What Happened on January 6, 1969

Historical Events

I'm Livin' In Shame

The Supremes release single "I'm Livin' In Shame"

  • WLIW TV channel 21 in Garden City, NY (PBS) begins broadcasting

Famous Birthdays

  • Alvin Morman, American baseball pitcher (Houston Astros), born in Rockingam, North Carolina
  • Nick A'Hern, Australian 20k walker (Olympics 22-92, 96), born in Swansea, United Kingdom
  • Norman Reedus, American model and actor (The Walking Dead), born in Hollywood, Florida

About January 6, 1969

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 55 years, 3 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Capricorn

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: I Heard It Through The Grapevine - Marvin Gaye
  • UK #1 Song: Lily The Pink - Scaffold