What Happened on January 30, 1983

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

  • US #1 Song: Africa - Toto
  • UK #1 Song: Down Under - Men At Work