Historical Events
- Buffalo Sabres become the first team in NHL history to win 10 straight road games with a 5-3 victory at Boston
- Greatest unpaced 1-hr bicycle distance, F Moser (Italy), 51.15 km
Pro Wrestling
Hulk Hogan defeats Iron Sheik to win his 1st World Wrestling Federation title at Madison Gardens, New York
Famous Birthdays
- Arjen Robben, Dutch football player, born in Bedum, Netherlands
Famous Deaths
- Dean Goffin, New Zealand composer, dies at 67
- Mu'in Bseiso, Palestinian poet (b. 1926)
- Samuel Gardner, American composer, dies at 92
1984 Highlights
About January 23, 1984
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 39 years and 6 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Owner Of A Lonely Heart - Yes
#1 Song: Relax - Frankie Goes To Hollywood