Historical Events
- "Fantasy Island" starring Ricardo Montalbán and Hervé Villechaize premieres on ABC TV
"Low"
RCA releases David Bowie's 11th studio album, "Low"; the album is the first collaboration with Brian Eno, in what becomes known as his 'Berlin trilogy'
Famous Birthdays
- Terry Ryan, Canadian NHL left wing who played in 8 games (Montreal Canadiens, 1996-99), born in St. John's, Newfoundland
Famous Deaths
- Anaïs Nin, French author (Henry and June), dies of cervical cancer at 73
Anthony Eden (1897-1977)
British Prime Minister (Conservative: 1955-57) and Foreign Secretary, dies of liver cancer at 79
Peter Finch (1916-1977)
British-Australian radio, stage, and BAFTA and Academy Award-winning screen actor (Network; The Nun's Story; Raid on Entebbe), dies of a heart attack at 60
Died in 1977 1977 Highlights
About January 14, 1977
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 47 years, 3 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Capricorn
Holidays: Makar Sankranti / Pongal (India)
Music Charts
#1 Song: You Make Me Feel Like Dancing - Leo Sayer
#1 Song: Don't Give Up On Us - David Soul
