Historical Events
- After losing a patent battle with Polaroid, Kodak must give up its instant camera business.
- NY Islanders repeat their greatest shutout margin (9-0) vs Pittsburgh Penguins
Famous Deaths
- Lucia Chase, American ballerina and co-founder of American Ballet Theater, dies at 88
About January 9, 1986
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 37 years, 4 months and 25 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Say You, Say Me - Lionel Richie
#1 Song: West End Girls - Pet Shop Boys
