What Happened on January 29, 1954

Historical Events

"De Profundis"

Arnold Schoenberg's last musical work "De Profundis" premieres in Cologne, Germany

Famous Birthdays

  • Dick Manitoba, American punk rock singer (The Dictators), born in New York City
  • Doug Risebrough, Canadian ice hockey center (Stanley Cup 1976-79 Montreal Canadiens) and coach (Stanley Cup 1989 Calgary Flames), born in Guelph, Ontario

Oprah Winfrey (70 years old)

American TV talk show host and actress (The Oprah Winfrey Show, Colour Purple), born in Kosciusko, Mississippi


About January 29, 1954

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 70 years, 2 months and 30 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Aquarius

Music Charts

  • UK #1 Song: Oh Mein Papa - Eddie Calvert