Historical Events
Boon's 2nd Test Century
David Boon's second Test century, 131 v India at Adelaide
Dickerson's Postseason Record
Los Angeles Rams running back Eric Dickerson scores twice as he rushes for an NFL postseason record 248 yards in 20-0 victory over Dallas Cowboys in NFC divisional playoff in Anaheim, California
Robinson's Record Blocks
NCAA basketball's David Robinson blocks a record 14 shots
1986 History
Famous Birthdays
- James Milner, English footballer, born in Wortley, Leeds
- Steve Slaton, American football player, born in Levittown, Pennsylvania
Famous Deaths
- Christopher Isherwood, English novelist (Lions & Shadows), dies at 81
- Phil Lynott, Irish rock musician (Thin Lizzy), dies of an overdose at 36 [1]
1986 Highlights
About January 4, 1986
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 38 years, 2 months and 24 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Say You, Say Me - Lionel Richie
- #1 Song: Merry Christmas Everyone - Shakin' Stevens