January 25: What Happened on This Day in History
January 25th marks the 25th day of the Gregorian calendar year. There are 340 days (341 in case of leap years) remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on January 25th in history, famous birthdays on January 25th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to January 25.
What happened on January 25?
Here's what happened on January 25th in history:
- 2022: The Australian Government has acquired the intellectual property rights to the Australian Aboriginal Flag from its original designer Harold Thomas for over $20 million (US$14m). This landmark purchase ensures public use of the flag and recognizes the cultural significance of the symbol.
- 2019: A violent attack by gunmen from the 'Union for Peace' group targeted a funeral service in Ippy, Central African Republic. The assault resulted in 18 fatalities and 23 injuries, highlighting the ongoing instability in the region.
- 2007: Willie Randolph signed a lucrative three-year contract with the New York Mets, agreeing to manage the team through 2008 for $5.65 million, solidifying his position as the team's head coach.
- 2005: Philip Johnson, a pioneering and influential American architect known for his significant contributions to modern architecture, passed away. Born in 1906, Johnson was a key figure in the development of postmodern architectural styles.
- 2003: The SQL Slammer worm (also known as Sapphire or SQL Hell) rapidly spread across the Internet, exploiting a critical vulnerability in Microsoft SQL Server 2000. Within just ten minutes, the worm infected 90 percent of Internet-connected machines, rapidly spreading to over 75,000 systems. By the thirty-minute mark, one-fifth of all Internet data packets were infected, causing significant global network disruption.
- 2001: On January 25, 2001, a 50-year-old Douglas DC-3 aircraft crashed near Ciudad Bolivar, Venezuela, resulting in a tragic loss of 24 lives. The aging aircraft, which had been in service for half a century, experienced a fatal accident that highlighted the potential risks of operating older aircraft without modern safety upgrades.
- 1996: Chancellor Helmut Kohl of Germany was honored with the Gold Medallion for Humanitarian Service by B'nai B'rith, an international Jewish organization, recognizing his contributions to reconciliation and understanding.
- 1979: A remarkable engineering achievement was realized with the completion of the 22.2-kilometer Oshimizu railroad tunnel in central Honshu, Japan. This infrastructure project demonstrated Japan's advanced tunneling capabilities and contributed to the region's transportation network.
- 1973: English actor Derren Nesbitt was convicted of physically assaulting his wife, Anne Aubrey, highlighting domestic violence issues in the entertainment industry during the early 1970s.
- 1972: A powerful magnitude 7.5 earthquake strikes Taiwan, causing potential widespread damage and disruption to the region's infrastructure and population.
What famous birthdays are on January 25?
On January 25th there are the following famous birthdays:
![Etta James]()
Etta James (1938)Legendary American blues and soul singer renowned for her powerful, emotionally charged voice and iconic hits like 'At Last' and 'I'd Rather...
![John Belushi]()
John Belushi (1949)Iconic comedian and actor from Saturday Night Live known for his wild comedy style and memorable film roles in 'Animal House' and 'The Blues...
![Alicia Keys]()
Alicia Keys (1981)Alicia Keys is a Grammy Award-winning R&B singer, songwriter, and actress who rose to fame with her debut album 'Songs in a Minor'.
![Toni Servillo]()
Toni Servillo (1959)Renowned Italian actor and director known for critically acclaimed films like 'The Great Beauty' and his powerful theatrical performances...
![Tobe Hooper]()
Tobe Hooper (1943)Tobe Hooper was a renowned American film director, screenwriter, and producer best known for directing the groundbreaking horror film 'The...
![Diana Hyland]()
Diana Hyland (1936)American actress known for her roles in 'Peyton Place' and 'Eight is Enough', who tragically passed away at the young age of 41 from cancer.
![Roy Black]()
Roy Black (1943)Roy Black was a popular German pop singer known for romantic ballads who captivated audiences with his charming looks during the 1960s and...
![Stephen Chbosky]()
Stephen Chbosky (1970)American novelist, screenwriter, and film director best known for 'The Perks of Being a Wallflower', a critically acclaimed coming-of-age...
![Jenifer Lewis]()
Jenifer Lewis (1957)Jenifer Lewis is an acclaimed actress known for her dynamic roles in film, television, and stage, often referred to as the 'Mother of Black...
![Leigh Taylor-Young]()
Leigh Taylor-Young (1945)Prominent American actress known for her roles in television and film during the late 1960s and early 1970s, particularly recognized for her...
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Who died on January 25?
On January 25th the following celebrities died:
![Ava Gardner]()
Ava Gardner (1990)Iconic Hollywood actress of the mid-20th century, known for her extraordinary beauty and compelling screen presence.
![John Hurt]()
John Hurt (2017)Acclaimed British actor known for transformative roles in 'The Naked Civil Servant', 'The Elephant Man', and 'Alien'.
![Diana Barrymore]()
Diana Barrymore (1960)A member of the famous Barrymore acting dynasty, Diana was a talented actress who struggled with alcoholism and personal challenges.
- Al Capone (1947)
Al Capone was a notorious American gangster who became the boss of the Chicago Outfit during the Prohibition era.
- Philip Johnson (2005)
Philip Johnson was a pioneering American architect who significantly influenced modern architecture through diverse projects including...
- Jonathan Larson (1996)
Revolutionary musical theater composer who created 'Rent', a groundbreaking rock musical that transformed Broadway and posthumously won...
- Stephen Cole Kleene (1994)
Stephen Cole Kleene was a pioneering American mathematician and computer scientist who made significant contributions to mathematical logic...
- Fanny Blankers-Koen (2004)
Dutch track and field athlete known as the 'Flying Housewife', who became the first woman to win four gold medals in a single Olympic Games...
- Neagu Djuvara (2018)
Prominent Romanian intellectual who made significant contributions to historical research, philosophy, and diplomacy.
What day of the year is January 25?
January 25th marks the 25th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar.
There are 340 days remaining until the end of the year (or 341 days in case of leap years).
January 25th is the 25th day of the month of January.
What zodiac sign is associated with the day January 25?
The zodiac sign associated with January 25th is Aquarius according to the Western Zodiac.
