Historical Events
- "Ipi Tombi" opens at Harkness Theater NYC for 39 performances
- Anti-French demonstrations takes place in Israel after Paris released Abu Daoud, responsible 1972 Munich massacre of Israeli athletes
Famous Birthdays
- Cade McNown, American football player, born in Portland, Oregon
- Piolo Pascual, Filipino actor, born in Manila, Philippines
- Yoandy Garlobo, Cuban baseball player, born in Jovellanos, Cuba
Famous Deaths
- Henri-Georges Clouzot, French director (Les Diaboliques, Truth), dies at 69
About January 12, 1977
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 46 years, 8 months and 13 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: You Make Me Feel Like Dancing - Leo Sayer
#1 Song: Don't Give Up On Us - David Soul
