January 19: What Happened on This Day in History
January 19th marks the 19th day of the Gregorian calendar year. There are 346 days (347 in case of leap years) remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on January 19th in history, famous birthdays on January 19th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to January 19.
What happened on January 19?
Here's what happened on January 19th in history:
- 2022: On January 19, 1981, the United States and Iran signed a historic diplomatic accord that facilitated the release of 52 American diplomats and citizens who had been held hostage for 444 days during the Iran Hostage Crisis. This agreement, negotiated through complex diplomatic channels, marked the end of a tense period in US-Iran relations and was signed just moments before Ronald Reagan's presidential inauguration.
- 2020: Storm Gloria, the tenth named storm of the 2019–20 European windstorm season, made a catastrophic landfall in northern Spain, resulting in at least 13 fatalities. The extreme weather event was characterized by heavy rainfall causing widespread flooding, accompanied by powerful winds and destructive coastal storm surges that inflicted significant damage across the region.
- 2019: A car bomb exploded in front of a courthouse in Londonderry, Northern Ireland. The explosion occurred during an evacuation, resulting in no injuries. Investigators suspect the New IRA dissident organization was responsible for the attack.
- 2010: Japan Airlines (JAL) filed for bankruptcy protection, with total debts exceeding US$25 billion. Shareholders, creditors, and banks agreed to a comprehensive restructuring deal, forgiving approximately US$11 billion in debt to help the airline survive.
- 2007: Denny Doherty, a prominent Canadian musician and member of the iconic folk-rock band The Mamas and the Papas, passed away, marking the end of an era for 1960s popular music.
- 2003: Françoise Giroud, a prominent French writer, journalist, and feminist intellectual, passed away at the age of 86. Known for her influential work in media and political commentary, Giroud was a significant figure in 20th-century French cultural and intellectual life.
- 2001: Biographical note about Dario Vittori, an Argentine actor born in 1921.
- 1996: The NHL Board of Governors officially approved the sale and relocation of the Winnipeg Jets to Phoenix, Arizona, setting the stage for the team's move in the 1996-97 season. This marked a significant moment in NHL franchise history, representing a major market shift for professional hockey.
- 1993: NASA's Space Shuttle Endeavour completes its mission STS-54, successfully landing after conducting scientific experiments and satellite deployments.
- 1979: John N. Mitchell, former U.S. Attorney General under President Richard Nixon, was released on parole from a federal prison in Alabama after serving 19 months. Mitchell was a key figure in the Watergate scandal and had been convicted of conspiracy, obstruction of justice, and perjury related to the break-in at the Democratic National Committee headquarters.
What famous birthdays are on January 19?
On January 19th there are the following famous birthdays:
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Jenson Button (1980)Jenson Button is a renowned British Formula One racing driver who won the 2009 World Championship with Brawn GP, representing one of the...
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Dolly Parton (1946)Iconic American country music singer, songwriter, actress, and philanthropist who rose from poverty to become a global entertainment legend.
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Shawn Wayans (1969)Shawn Wayans is a prominent comedian, actor, writer, and producer known for his comedic work on 'In Living Color' and the 'Scary Movie'...
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Peter Lynch (1944)Legendary investment manager who transformed Fidelity Magellan Fund into a $13 billion powerhouse.
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Michael Crawford (1942)Renowned British actor and singer famous for his iconic role in 'The Phantom of the Opera' on stage.
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Tippi Hedren (1930)Renowned actress famous for her iconic role in Alfred Hitchcock's 'The Birds' and her significant contributions to animal rights activism.
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Javier Cámara (1967)Javier Cámara is a renowned Spanish actor known for his critically acclaimed performances in Pedro Almodóvar films like 'Talk to Her' and...
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Shelley Fabares (1944)American actress best known for her iconic role as a teenager on the popular 1950s television series 'The Donna Reed Show'.
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Soumitra Chatterjee (1935)Renowned Indian actor and poet, famous for his extensive collaboration with filmmaker Satyajit Ray and significant contributions to Bengali...
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Logan Lerman (1992)Logan Lerman is an accomplished American actor known for his breakthrough roles in 'The Perks of Being a Wallflower' and the 'Percy Jackson'...
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Who died on January 19?
On January 19th the following celebrities died:
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Hedy Lamarr (2000)Hedy Lamarr was a groundbreaking Austrian-American actress and inventor who revolutionized wireless communication technology.
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Ettore Scola (2016)Renowned Italian film director and screenwriter who made significant contributions to Italian cinema.
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Wilson Pickett (2006)Legendary soul singer who was a key figure in the development of soul music in the 1960s, known for his powerful voice and energetic...
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Paul Meurisse (1979)Renowned French actor and former partner of Edith Piaf, Paul Meurisse was a significant figure in mid-20th century French cinema.
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- Carl Perkins (1998)
Legendary rockabilly musician and singer-songwriter who pioneered the rock and roll genre, best known for his hit song 'Blue Suede Shoes'.
- Stan Musial (2013)
Stan Musial was a legendary baseball player for the St. Louis Cardinals, widely considered one of the greatest hitters in MLB history.
- Jan Palach (1969)
Czech student and political activist who became a symbol of resistance against Soviet occupation by setting himself on fire in Prague in...
- Frank P. Ramsey (1930)
Brilliant British polymath who made significant contributions to economics, mathematics, and philosophy before his early death at age 26.
What day of the year is January 19?
January 19th marks the 19th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar.
There are 346 days remaining until the end of the year (or 347 days in case of leap years).
January 19th is the 19th day of the month of January.
What zodiac sign is associated with the day January 19?
The zodiac sign associated with January 19th is Capricorn according to the Western Zodiac.
