Famous Weddings
- Adult film actress Linsey Dawn McKenzie (27) weds former Wimbledon F.C. and Northern Ireland footballer Mark Williams (35) at the central London register office
Famous Deaths
- Lord Merlyn-Rees, British politician (b. 1920)
Died in 2006 2006 Highlights
About January 5, 2006
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 18 years, 3 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Don't Forget About Us - Mariah Carey
- #1 Song: That's My Goal - Shayne Ward