Historical Events
- In one of the largest drug busts in American history, the US Coast Guard intercepts a ship carrying 4,300 kg of cocaine
Famous Deaths
- Charles Brown, American blues singer and pianist ("Merry Christmas Baby"), dies at 76
- Jacques Chailley, French musicologist and composer, dies at 88
- Leslie French, British actor and singer (Death in Venice, More than a Miracle), dies at 94
- Susan Strasberg, American actress (b. 1938)
Died in 1999 1999 Highlights
About January 21, 1999
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 25 years, 3 months and 8 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Have You Ever? - Brandy
#1 Song: A Little Bit More - 911
