Historical Events
- 2nd Sundance Film Festival: "Smooth Talk" wins Grand Jury Prize Dramatic
- Tim Witherspoon beats defending champion Tony Tubbs by majority decision in 15 rounds at The Omni, Atlanta for WBA heavyweight boxing title
About January 17, 1986
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 38 years, 3 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: That's What Friends Are For - Dionne & Friends
#1 Song: West End Girls - Pet Shop Boys
