Historical Events
- Australian cricketer Dean Jones scores twin test tons vs. Pakistan at Adelaide Oval
Famous Deaths
- (Larken) Allen Collins, American southern rock guitarist, and songwriter (Lynyrd Skynyrd - "Free Bird"; "Gimme Three Steps"; Rossington-Collins Band - "Don't Misunderstand Me"), dies from chronic pneumonia, a complication of the paralysis suffered in a drunk driving accident, at 37
- Mariano Rumor, Italian politician (Prime Minister of Italy, 1968-70; 73-1974), dies at 74
- [Piet] "Peter" Sweval, American rock bassist (Looking Glass - "Brandy (You're a Fine Girl)" ; Starz - "Cherry Baby"), dies of AIDS at 42
Died in 1990 1990 Highlights
About January 23, 1990
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 34 years, 3 months and 2 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
- #1 Song: How Am I Supposed To Live Without You - Michael Bolton
- #1 Song: Tears On My Pillow - Kylie Minogue