What Happened on January 31, 2016

Historical Events

  • "World's Best Chef" French-Swiss Benoît Violier found dead after apparent suicide weeks after being named world's best by La Liste
  • 61st NHL All Star Games, Bridgestone Centre, Nashville, TN: Pacific Division All Stars win four-team 3-on-3 tournament; MVP: John Scott, San Jose, LW

Đoković's 6th Title

Australian Open Men's Tennis: Novak Đoković retains Championship for his record-equaling 6th Australian title; beats Andy Murray 6-1, 7-5, 7-6

NFL Pro Bowl

NFL Pro Bowl, Aloha Stadium, Honolulu, HI: Team Irvin beats Team Rice, 49-27; MVPs: Russell Wilson, Seattle, QB; Michael Bennett, Seattle, DE


Famous Deaths

  • Terry Wogan, British broadcaster (Eurovision Song Contest, Blankety Blank), dies of cancer at 77
Died in 2016 2016 Highlights

About January 31, 2016

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 8 years, 2 months and 28 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Aquarius

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