Historical Events
Japan's 125th Emperor
Akihito becomes the 125th Emperor of Japan after the death of his father Horohito
- Cleveland Cavaliers block 21 NY Knicks shots tying NBA regulation game record
- International Conference on Limitation of Chemical Weapons opens in Paris
- NBA's Cleveland Cavaliers then longest winning streak (11 games)
Famous Birthdays
- Emiliano InsĂșa, Argentine footballer, born in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Famous Weddings
Greg Maddux
MLB pitcher Greg Maddux (22) weds Kathy Ronnow
Famous Deaths
Hirohito (1901-1989)
124th Emperor of Japan (1926-89), dies at 87 after a 62-year reign
Died in 1989 1989 Highlights
About January 7, 1989
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 35 years, 3 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Capricorn
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