What Happened on February 1, 2014

Historical Events

"The Lego Movie"

"The Lego Movie" a computer-animated film based on the Lego toys, with voices including Chris Pratt and Will Ferrell. premieres in Los Angeles

Actor, Comedian and Producer Will Ferrell

14 people are killed after Mount Sinabung erupts in Indonesia

Silver NBA Commissioner

American businessman and lawyer Adam Silver becomes the 5th NBA Commissioner

Manning's MVP Record

Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning becomes all-time record-holder for MVP trophies, winning his 5th at the NFL Honours in New York; also 2013 Offensive Player of the Year

Yellen Succeeds Bernanke

Janet Yellen becomes Chair of the US Federal Reserve, succeeding Ben Bernanke

Economist and Chair of the Federal Reserve Janet Yellen

Economist and Chairman of the Federal Reserve Ben Bernanke

Ray Guy (Oakland/LA Raiders) becomes second pure kicker, and first pure punter to be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame
Syrian civil war death toll reaches 130,000, while 4 million are displaced

Events in 2014