Historical Events
- "The Police Tapes" premiere on New York City TV station WNET, based somewhat on 1960s NYPD officers who worked in its South Bronx
- Former Home Secretary Roy Jenkins announces his intention to be Britain's first President of the European Commission
Apple Incorporated
Steve Wozniak and Steve Jobs incorporate Apple Computer, Inc
Famous Birthdays
- A.J. Burnett, American baseball pitcher (MLB All Star 2015; World Series 2009; AL strikeout leader 2008; no-hitter 2001), born in North Little Rock, Arkansas
- Lee Bowyer, English soccer midfielder and manager (1 cap; Leeds United; manager Charlton Athletic 2018-19), born in London, England
- Mayumi Iizuka, Japanese voice actress (seiyū)
Famous Deaths
- Avraham Ofer, Israeli minister of housing, commits suicide
- Benno Stokvis, Dutch attorney/politician, dies at 75
Died in 1977 1977 Highlights
About January 3, 1977
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 47 years, 3 months and 16 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Capricorn
Holidays: New Year's Day (Australia, Ireland, New Zealand, United Kingdom)
Music Charts
#1 Song: You Don't Have To Be A Star (To Be In My Show) - Marilyn McCoo & Billy Davis, Jr.
#1 Song: When A Child Is Born (Soleado) - Johnny Mathis
