Famous Birthdays
- Akari Kaida, Japanese composer, born in Hyogo, Japan
- Davide Dionigi, Italian footballer, born in Modena, Italy
- Hollis Thomas, American football defensive tackle (Philadelphia Eagles), born in Abilene, Texas
- Hrithik Roshan, Indian actor and dancer (Bang Bang!; Fiza, Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai), born in Mumbai, Maharashtra
- Jemaine Clement, New Zealand comedian, actor, and musician (Flight of the Conchords - "Feel Inside (And Stuff Like That)"), born in Masterton, New Zealand
- Steve Marlet, French footballer, born in Pithiviers, France
Famous Deaths
- Eddie Safranski, American jazz double bassist and orchestra leader (Jonathan Winters Show), dies at 55
Died in 1974 1974 Highlights
About January 10, 1974
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 50 years, 3 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: The Joker - The Steve Miller Band
#1 Song: Merry Xmas Everybody - Slade
