Famous Birthdays
- Chen Kenichi [Ken'ichi Azuma], Japanese celebrity chef, "The Szechuan Sage" (Iron Chef Chinese), born in Tokyo, Japan
- Frank-Walter Steinmeier, German politician (President of Germany 2017-), born in Detmold, West Germany
Famous Deaths
- Mistinguett [Jeanne Florentine Bourgeois], French actress and singer (Moulin Rouge star), dies of cerebral hemorrhage at 80
1956 Highlights
About January 5, 1956
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 67 years, 8 months and 28 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Rock Around The Clock - Bill Haley & His Comets
