Historical Events
- High-school basketball sensation Danny Heater scores 135 points
- Oakland Raiders enter the American Football League
Rozelle Elected Commissioner
Pete Rozelle elected NFL commissioner on 23rd ballot
Famous Birthdays
- Charlie Gillingham, American rock Hammond B-3 organ, accordion, piano, and keyboard player (Counting Crows - "Accidentally In Love"), born in Torrance, California
- Jeanette Bolden, American athlete (Olympic gold 4x100m 1984), born in Los Angeles, California
1960 Highlights
About January 26, 1960
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 64 years, 2 months and 2 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Running Bear - Johnny Preston
- #1 Song: Starry Eyed - Michael Holliday with The Michael Sammes Singers