Historical Events
- First ever flower grown in space - a zinnia aboard the International Space Station using NASA Veggie system
Famous Weddings
- Actress and singer Jamie-Lynn Sigler (35) weds baseball player Cutter Dykstra (53) in Palm Springs, California
Famous Deaths
- Gary Loizzo, American rock guitarist and singer (American Breed - "Bend Me, Shape Me"), dies of pancreatic cancer at 70
Died in 2016 2016 Highlights
About January 16, 2016
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 8 years, 3 months and 26 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Hello - Adele
- #1 Song: Stitches - Shawn Mendes