Historical Events
- 2nd Sundance Film Festival: "Smooth Talk" wins Grand Jury Prize Dramatic
- Tim Witherspoon beats defending champion Tony Tubbs by majority decision in 15 rounds at The Omni, Atlanta for WBA heavyweight boxing title
1986 Highlights
About January 17, 1986
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 38 years, 2 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
- #1 Song: That's What Friends Are For - Dionne & Friends
- #1 Song: West End Girls - Pet Shop Boys