Historical Events
Event of Interest
H Laskow replaces Moshe Dayan on as Israeli minister of Defense
Moshe Dayan
- Jack Smith takes over from Art Baker as TV host of "You Asked for It"
- Japanese ferry Nankai Maru capsized off southern Awaji Island, Japan, 167 killed.
Famous Birthdays
- Anita Baker, American jazz and soul singer ("Giving You the Best That I Got"; "Sweet Love"), born in Toledo, Ohio
- B. James Lowry, American country session guitarist and producer (The Boys Band), born in Pensacola, Florida
Ellen DeGeneres
Ellen DeGeneres, American comedian (Ellen Morgan-Ellen), born in New Orleans, Louisiana
Ellen DeGeneres
- Norman Hassan, British reggae percussionist, and trombone player (UB40 - "Red Red Wine"; "I Got You Babe"), born in Birmingham, England
- Salvador Sánchez, Mexican boxer, born in Santiago Tianguistenco, Mexico (d. 1982)
1958 Highlights
About January 26, 1958
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 63 years, 7 months and 25 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Aquarius
