What Happened on January 4, 2024

Historical Events

Event of Interest

Diplomatic row erupts between India and the Maldives after Indian PM Narendra Modi encourages Indians to travel to the Lakshadweep islands instead [1]

Famous Deaths

  • Bernhard Lewkovitch, Danish organist and composer (Tre Madrigali di Torquato Tasso), dies at 96
  • David Soul [Solberg], American-British actor (Starsky & Hutch; Here Come s the Brides), and singer ("Don't Give Up On Us"), dies at 80 [1]
  • Glynis Johns, British stage and screen Tony Award-winning actress and singer (Mary Poppins; A Little Night Music - "Send In The Clowns"; The Sundowners), dies at 100 [1]
  • John White, English-German experimental composer and musical performer (systems music), dies at 87
  • Rosie Reyes, Mexican tennis player (French C'ships women's doubles 1958 [Yola Ramírez]), dies at 84
Died in 2024 2024 Highlights

About January 4, 2024

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 4 months and 5 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Capricorn

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree - Brenda Lee
  • UK #1 Song: Last Christmas - Wham!