Historical Events
Sports History
Björn Borg of Sweden wins his first of 2 season-ending ATP Masters Grand Prix tennis titles outclassing American Vitas Gerulaitis 6–2, 6–2 at Madison Square Garden, NYC
- Phoenix point guard Mike Bratz begins NBA free throw streak of 57 games during a 107-96 loss at the Golden State Warriors
Famous Birthdays
- Amerie [Rogers] American pop singer-songwriter, born in Fitchburg, Massachusetts
- Bobby Crosby, American baseball player, born in Lakewood, California
Famous Deaths
- Hans Ebeling, cricketer (Vict stalwart, bowled for Aust 1934), dies
About January 12, 1980
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 43 years, 2 months and 15 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Escape (The Pina Colada Song) - Rupert Holmes
#1 Song: Another Brick In The Wall (Part 2) - Pink Floyd
