Famous Birthdays
- Deepika Padukone, Indian model, actress, and activist (Om Shanti Om, Cocktail, Piki), born in Copenhagen, Denmark
- Teppei Koike, Japanese actor and singer, born in Osaka Prefecture, Japan
Famous Deaths
- Ilmari Salminen, Finnish athlete (Olympic gold 10,000m 1936), dies at 83
Died in 1986 1986 Highlights
About January 5, 1986
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 38 years, 3 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Say You, Say Me - Lionel Richie
- #1 Song: West End Girls - Pet Shop Boys