Historical Events
- 100th US Congress convenes
- Astronomers at University of California see 1st sight of birth of a galaxy
Famous Deaths
- Domingo Santa Cruz Wilson, Chilean composer, dies at 87
Died in 1987 1987 Highlights
About January 6, 1987
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 37 years, 3 months and 29 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Walk Like An Egyptian - The Bangles
- #1 Song: Reet Petite (The Sweetest Girl in Town) - Jackie Wilson