What Happened on January 31, 2006

Historical Events

Greenspan Retires

Alan Greenspan retires as Chairman of the US Federal Reserve

Day O'Connor Retires

US Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor retires and is replaced by Samuel Alito


Famous Deaths

  • Moira Shearer, Scottish actress (The Red Shoes) and ballerina, dies at 80
Died in 2006 2006 Highlights

About January 31, 2006

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 18 years, 2 months and 27 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Check On It - Beyonce Featuring Slim Thug
  • UK #1 Song: Nasty Girl - Notorious Big Ft. Diddy, Nelly, Jagged Edge & Avery Storm