What Happened on January 4, 1977

Historical Events

  • Mary Shane hired by Chicago White Sox as 1st woman TV play-by-play announcer

Famous Birthdays

  • Dan Shanahan, Irish hurler, born in Lismore, Republic of Ireland
  • David Millar, Scottish road racing cyclist (banned in 2004 for doping), born in Mtarfa, Malta
  • Irán Castillo, Mexican actress, born in Veracruz, Mexico
  • Tim Wheeler, Irish pop-rock singer-songwriter (Ash - "Shining Light"), born in Downpatrick, Northern Ireland

About January 4, 1977

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 47 years, 3 months and 24 days
Leap Year: No

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

Holidays: Day after New Year's Day (New Zealand), New Year Holiday (United Kingdom)

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: You Don't Have To Be A Star (To Be In My Show) - Marilyn McCoo & Billy Davis, Jr.
  • UK #1 Song: When A Child Is Born (Soleado) - Johnny Mathis