What Happened on January 26, 2006

Historical Events

  • Western Union discontinues its telegram service.

Famous Deaths

  • Carol Lambrino, son of Carol II of Romania and Zizi Lambrino (b. 1920)
  • Khan Abdul Wali Khan, Pakistani opposition leader and Pashtun nationalist (b. 1917)
  • Len Carlson, Canadian actor (b. 1937)
Died in 2006 2006 Highlights

About January 26, 2006

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 18 years, 3 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Aquarius

Holidays: Australia Day (Australia), Republic Day (India)

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Grillz - Nelly Featuring Paul Wall, Ali & Gipp
  • UK #1 Song: When The Sun Goes Down - Arctic Monkeys