Historical Events
- -40°F (-40°C) in Hawley Lake, Arizona (state record)
Famous Birthdays
- C.W. Anderson, American professional wrestler, born in Emit, North Carolina
Jeremy Renner (52 years old)
American actor (The Hurt Locker; The Town; The Avengers), born in Modesto, California
- Tina Anderson, American comic book writer
Famous Weddings
Stephen King
American horror, sci-fi and fantasy author Stephen King marries Tabitha Spruce, author and activist
Famous Deaths
- Madame Spivy [Bertha Levine], American actress (All Fall Down) and nightclub owner, dies of cancer at 64
- Richard "Dick" Kollmar, American actor (Broadway Spotlight, Guess What), dies from complications from a blood clotting disorder at 60
1971 Highlights
About January 7, 1971
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 52 years, 2 months and 16 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: My Sweet Lord/Isn't It A Pity - George Harrison
#1 Song: Grandad - Clive Dunn
