Historical Events
- Hilbert van Thumb becomes European skating champ
- Super Bowl XVII, Rose Bowl, Pasadena, CA: Washington Redskins beat Miami Dolphins, 27-17; MVP: John Riggins, Washington, RB
Famous Deaths
- Alan Cunningham, British general and last High Commissioner of Palestine (1945-48), dies at 95
- Joan Valerie, American actress (Pier 13), dies of pneumonia at 71
- Mack Reynolds, American sci-fi author (Earth War), dies at 65
1983 Highlights
About January 30, 1983
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 41 years, 2 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Africa - Toto
- #1 Song: Down Under - Men At Work