Historical Events
- "Cold Sunday" in the United States would see temperatures fall to their lowest levels in over 100 years in numerous cities
Lendl's 1st ATP
Czech tennis star Ivan Lendl scores a 6–7, 2–6, 7–6, 6–2, 6–4 win over American Vitas Gerulaitis to claim his first of 5 ATP Masters Grand Prix titles at Madison Square Garden, NYC
Famous Birthdays
- Alex Varkatzas, American heavy metal singer (Atreyu), born in Orange County, California
- Amanda Wilkinson, Canadian country music singer, born in Belleville, Ontario
Dwyane Wade (42 years old)
American basketball player (Miami Heat, Chicago Bulls), born in Chicago, Illinois
About January 17, 1982
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 42 years, 3 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Physical - Olivia Newton-John
#1 Song: The Land Of Make Believe - Bucks Fizz
