Historical Events
- Police storm occupied Spanish embassy in Guatemala City, killing 41
Famous Birthdays
- James Adomian, American actor, born in Omaha, Nebraska
- Ryan Kienle, American bassist (Matchbook Romance), born in Poughkeepsie, New York
- Tiffany Limos, American actress, born in Dallas, Texas
Famous Deaths
- Jacobus Petrus Duminy, South African cricket batsman (3 Tests; Western Province, Transvaal, Oxford University CC) and academic (principal & vice-chancellor University of Cape Town), dies at 82
Died in 1980 1980 Highlights
About January 31, 1980
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 44 years, 2 months and 28 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Rock With You - Michael Jackson
#1 Song: The Special AKA Live! EP - The Special AKA
