Historical Events
- Italian police rescue US Brigadier General James Dozier, held hostage for six weeks by the Red Brigade of Padua, Italy
- US performs nuclear test at Nevada Test Site
Famous Weddings
Danny DeVito
Actor Danny DeVito (37) weds actress Rhea Perlman (33)
1982 Highlights
About January 28, 1982
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 40 years, 3 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: I Can't Go For That (No Can Do) - Daryl Hall John Oates
#1 Song: Oh Julie - Shakin' Stevens