Historical Events
Lady Soul
"Lady Soul" 14th studio album by Aretha Franklin is released (Billboard Album of the Year, 1968)
- "Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In" premieres on NBC
- Apollo Lunar Module is launched to Moon; unmanned lunar module tests made
- NBA announces expansion franchise licences awarded to Milwaukee (Bucks) and Phoenix (Suns)
Famous Birthdays
- Brian Jones, American sports radio and television host and former NFL linebacker (New Orleans Saints), born in Iowa City, Iowa
- Frank Lebœuf, French actor, sports commentator and former footballer (1998 FIFA World Cup), born in Marseille, France
- Guy Fieri [Ferry], American celebrity chef, restaurateur and TV personality (Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives; Guy's Grocery Games), born in Columbus, Ohio
- Heath [Hiroshi Morie], Japanese rock bassist, singer and songwriter (X Japan), born in Amagasaki, Hyogo, Japan (d. 2023)
- Mauricio Serna, Colombian retired footballer (Colombia national team 1993-2001), born in Medellín, Colombia
Famous Deaths
- Duke Kahanamoku, American swimmer, surfer (Olympic gold 100m freestyle 1912, 20; 4x200m freestyle relay 1920), dies of a heart attack at 77
Died in 1968 1968 Highlights
About January 22, 1968
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 56 years, 3 months and 3 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Judy In Disguise (With Glasses) - John Fred And The Playboys
#1 Song: The Ballad Of Bonnie And Clyde - Georgie Fame
