What Happened on January 6, 1998

Historical Events

  • Barry Switzer resigns as Dallas Cowboy coach

Famous Deaths

  • Georgy Sviridov, Soviet Russian neo-romantic composer (The Blizzard; Time; Forward!), dies of a heart attack at 82
Died in 1998 1998 Highlights

About January 6, 1998

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 26 years, 3 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Capricorn

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Candle In The Wind 1997/Something About The Way You Look Tonight - Elton John
  • UK #1 Song: Perfect Day - Various Artists