What Happened on January 6, 1970

Historical Events

  • Australian boxer Johnny Famechon retains his WBC featherweight title with a 14th-round knockout of Fighting Harada in Tokyo; re-match of questionable 15-round decision in 1969 in his first title defense

Famous Birthdays

  • Daniel Naulty, American pitcher (Minnesota Twins), born in Los Angeles, California
  • Gabrielle Reece, American volleyball player and actress (Extremists), born in La Jolla, California
  • Geert Brusselers, Dutch football player and coach (NAC), born in Eindhoven, Netherlands
  • John Gerak, NFL tight end/guide (Minnesota Vikings, St Louis Rams), born in Youngstown, Ohio
  • Julie Chen, American television presenter, born in New York City
  • Keenan McCardell, NFL wide receiver (Cleveland Browns, Jaguars), born in Houston, Texas
  • Kerrin Petty, Swedish-American cross country skier (Olympics 1994), born in Townshend, Vermont

About January 6, 1970

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 54 years, 3 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Raindrops Keep Fallin' On My Head - B.J. Thomas
  • UK #1 Song: Two Little Boys - Rolf Harris