January 11: What Happened on This Day in History
January 11th marks the 11th day of the Gregorian calendar year. There are 354 days (355 in case of leap years) remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on January 11th in history, famous birthdays on January 11th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to January 11.
What happened on January 11?
Here's what happened on January 11th in history:
- 2020: Municipal health officials in Wuhan, China, announced the first recorded death from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), marking a critical moment in the early stages of the global pandemic. This event signaled the severity of the emerging health crisis that would soon spread worldwide.
- 2011: A catastrophic natural disaster struck Brazil's state of Rio de Janeiro, resulting in the tragic loss of 903 lives due to extensive flooding and mudslides.
- 2010: Major League Baseball star Mark McGwire publicly admitted to using performance-enhancing steroids throughout his career, including during his record-breaking 1998 home run season, which significantly impacted the sport's integrity and legacy.
- 2004: Martín Crawford, an Irish poet born in 1967, is noted on this date.
- 2001: The merger of America Online & Time Warner is approved by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission to create AOL Time Warner.
- 1999: Brian Moore, a renowned Irish-born novelist known for his literary contributions, passed away. Moore was a significant figure in 20th-century literature, having written numerous critically acclaimed novels exploring themes of identity, religion, and social change.
- 1998: The theatrical production 'Proposals' completed its run at the Broadhurst Theater in New York City after 76 performances, marking the end of its Broadway engagement.
- 1996: Harold Walter Bailey, a renowned philologist, passed away at the age of 96. Bailey was a distinguished scholar known for his significant contributions to linguistic research and understanding of ancient languages.
- 1993: American independent presidential candidate Ross Perot publicly re-enters the political landscape, signaling potential future electoral ambitions.
- 1973: Rahul Dravid, a prolific cricket batsman from Karnataka, was noted for his exceptional Test cricket performance, representing India in 96 Test matches. Known for his technical prowess and resilience, Dravid would become one of India's most respected cricketers.
What famous birthdays are on January 11?
On January 11th there are the following famous birthdays:
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Jacqueline Maillan (1923)Jacqueline Maillan was a celebrated French comedian and actress who made significant contributions to French theatre and entertainment...
![Naomi Judd]()
Naomi Judd (1946)Renowned country music singer who formed the legendary duo 'The Judds' with her daughter Wynonna, winning multiple Grammy Awards and selling...
![Rod Taylor]()
Rod Taylor (1930)Renowned Australian-American actor known for his roles in classic films like 'The Birds' and 'The Time Machine', with a significant...
![Lionel Stander]()
Lionel Stander (1908)Lionel Stander was an American character actor known for his distinctive gravelly voice and roles in television and film, most famously as...
![Christine Kaufmann]()
Christine Kaufmann (1945)Acclaimed German-Austrian actress who won the Golden Globe Award for New Star of the Year in 1961, becoming the first German performer to...
![Albert Dupontel]()
Albert Dupontel (1961)French actor, comedian, and film director known for his unique comedic style and critically acclaimed films.
![Jason Connery]()
Jason Connery (1963)British actor and son of legendary actor Sean Connery, known for his role in the TV series 'Robin of Sherwood' and for continuing his...
![Rockmond Dunbar]()
Rockmond Dunbar (1973)American actor known for his roles in television series like 'Prison Break' and 'Soul Food'.
![Darren Lynn Bousman]()
Darren Lynn Bousman (1979)American film director known for his work in the horror genre, particularly the 'Saw' film franchise and other cult horror movies.
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Who died on January 11?
On January 11th the following celebrities died:
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Anita Ekberg (2015)Iconic Swedish actress and international sex symbol best known for her memorable fountain scene in Federico Fellini's 'La Dolce Vita', which...
![John Bradley]()
John Bradley (1994)American veteran who raised the US flag at Iwo Jima during World War II, a historic moment symbolizing American military courage.
![David Margulies]()
David Margulies (2016)American character actor known for roles in films like 'Ghostbusters' and television series, with a long and distinguished career in...
![Mariangela Melato]()
Mariangela Melato (2013)Renowned Italian actress known for her roles in iconic films like 'Flash Gordon' and 'Summer Night', who was a prominent figure in Italian...
![Beulah Bondi]()
Beulah Bondi (1981)Beulah Bondi was a renowned American actress known for her roles in classic films like 'It's a Wonderful Life'.
- Alberto Giacometti (1966)
Alberto Giacometti was a renowned Swiss painter and sculptor who revolutionized 20th-century art with his unique interpretations of space...
- Sheldon Adelson (2021)
Sheldon Adelson was a prominent American business magnate, casino owner, and philanthropist who founded Las Vegas Sands Corporation and...
- Edmund Hillary (2008)
Sir Edmund Hillary was a legendary New Zealand mountaineer who, alongside Tenzing Norgay, became the first person to successfully summit...
- Michael Atiyah (2019)
Highly influential mathematician known for groundbreaking work in geometry and topology, recipient of numerous prestigious awards including...
What day of the year is January 11?
January 11th marks the 11th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar.
There are 354 days remaining until the end of the year (or 355 days in case of leap years).
January 11th is the 11th day of the month of January.
What zodiac sign is associated with the day January 11?
The zodiac sign associated with January 11th is Capricorn according to the Western Zodiac.
