Historical Events
- Italian police rescue US Brigadier General James Dozier, held hostage for six weeks by the Red Brigade of Padua, Italy
- US performs nuclear test at Nevada Test Site
Famous Weddings
Danny DeVito
Actor Danny Devito (37) weds actress Rhea Perlman (33)
Died in 1982 1982 Highlights
About January 28, 1982
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 42 years, 2 months and 30 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
- #1 Song: I Can't Go For That (No Can Do) - Daryl Hall John Oates
- #1 Song: Oh Julie - Shakin' Stevens