Historical Events
- An agreement is reached by the NBA and the players union to end a 204-day lockout which shortened the season by 50 games
Famous Deaths
- Michel Petrucciani, French jazz pianist (100 Hearts), dies from a pulmonary infection at 36
Died in 1999 1999 Highlights
About January 6, 1999
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 25 years, 3 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
- #1 Song: I'm Your Angel - R. Kelly & Celine Dion
- #1 Song: Heartbeat/Tragedy - Steps