Historical Events
Ronaldo Player of the Year
Cristiano Ronaldo is awarded 2008 FIFA World Player of the Year for the first time at a ceremony in Zurich
Famous Deaths
- Arne Næss, Norwegian philosopher (b. 1912)
- Claude Berri, French actor, director and screenwriter, dies at 74
- Russ Conway, Canadian-American character actor (Richard Diamond Private Eye), dies at 95
Died in 2009 2009 Highlights
About January 12, 2009
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 15 years, 3 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Just Dance - Lady Gaga Featuring Colby O'Donis
