Historical Events
Larry Bird's Double Accolade
Champion Boston Celtics NBA forward Larry Bird is named Man of the Year by 'The Sporting News' and Athlete of the Year by 'Associated Press'; first time one athlete gains both distinctions
- Police officer who mistakenly shot and paralysed an innocent woman in Brixton, UK, is cleared of all criminal charges
Famous Birthdays
- Aria C Jalali, American rock musician and songwriter (Railcars), born in California
- Greg Inglis, Australian rugby league player, born in Kempsey, Australia
- Michael Seater, Canadian actor, born in Toronto, Ontario
Famous Deaths
- Dolores Hawkins, American R&B singer ("Rocks in My Bed"; "A Kiss Before Dying"), dies at 58
- Gerrit Borgers, Dutch literary, dies at 69
- Ray Bolger, American dancer, actor, and singer (Wizard of Oz - "Scarecrow"; Partridge Family - "Grandpa Renfrew"), dies of bladder cancer at 83
Died in 1987 1987 Highlights
About January 15, 1987
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 37 years, 3 months and 8 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Shake You Down - Gregory Abbott
#1 Song: Reet Petite (The Sweetest Girl in Town) - Jackie Wilson
