January 27: What Happened on This Day in History
January 27th marks the 27th day of the Gregorian calendar year. There are 338 days (339 in case of leap years) remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on January 27th in history, famous birthdays on January 27th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to January 27.
What happened on January 27?
Here's what happened on January 27th in history:
- 2022: During a critical diplomatic exchange, U.S. President Joe Biden warned Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky about potential Russian invasion plans. Biden explicitly stated that Russia could potentially invade Ukraine in February, rejecting Russia's demand to prevent Ukraine from joining NATO. This conversation highlighted the escalating geopolitical tensions between Russia, Ukraine, and Western powers.
- 2019: Two coordinated bomb attacks were carried out at the Roman Catholic Our Lady of Mount Carmel Cathedral in Jolo, Philippines. The terrorist attack resulted in 20 fatalities, including 15 civilians and 5 soldiers, with an additional 81 people injured. The terrorist group Abu Sayyaf is believed to be responsible for this devastating assault.
- 2007: Ethiopia announced plans to withdraw one-third of its military forces from Somalia by January 28, 2007, as part of a strategic troop reduction strategy.
- 2005: Professional baseball player Lance Berkman signed a one-year contract with the Houston Astros for $10.5 million, solidifying his continued role with the team.
- 2003: Philip Morris Companies officially changed its corporate name to Altria Group, Incorporated, signaling a strategic rebranding effort to distance itself from its tobacco-focused image.
- 2001: Marie-José of Belgium, the last Queen of Italy who was born in 1906, passed away on this date.
- 1996: Catherine Roskam becomes the first female Episcopal bishop in New York, breaking significant gender barriers in religious leadership.
- 1979: The 36th Golden Globe Awards celebrated outstanding achievements in film, with notable winners including the movie 'Midnight Express', and performances by actors Jon Voight and Jane Fonda. The event recognized significant contributions to cinema during the late 1970s.
- 1974: On January 27, 1974, the theatrical production 'Lorelei' premiered at the Palace Theater in New York City, enjoying a successful run of 320 performances. This musical or dramatic work became a notable cultural event in the New York theater scene during the mid-1970s.
- 1973: Janet Lynn secured her fifth consecutive U.S. female Figure Skating championship, demonstrating exceptional skill and consistency in the sport during the early 1970s.
What famous birthdays are on January 27?
On January 27th there are the following famous birthdays:
![Mikhail Baryshnikov]()
Mikhail Baryshnikov (1948)Mikhail Baryshnikov is a legendary Russian-American ballet dancer, choreographer, and actor who revolutionized modern dance through his...
![Rosamund Pike]()
Rosamund Pike (1979)Rosamund Pike is an acclaimed British actress known for her versatile roles in film and television, including her Oscar-nominated...
![Kaiser Wilhelm]()
Kaiser Wilhelm (1859)Kaiser wilhelm was the last german emperor and king of prussia, known for his militaristic policies and his role in the events leading up to...
![Lil Jon]()
Lil Jon (1971)Lil Jon is an influential American rapper who pioneered the crunk music genre, known for his energetic performances and hit songs like 'Get...
![Alan Cumming]()
Alan Cumming (1965)Renowned Scottish-American actor, comedian, and performer known for his roles in 'GoldenEye', Broadway's 'Cabaret', and multiple film and...
![Bridget Fonda]()
Bridget Fonda (1964)Renowned American actress from the famous Fonda acting dynasty, known for her roles in films like 'Single White Female' and 'Jackie Brown'.
![James Cromwell]()
James Cromwell (1940)James Cromwell is an acclaimed American actor known for his memorable roles in critically acclaimed films like 'Babe' and 'L.
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Patton Oswalt (1969)Award-winning stand-up comedian, actor, and writer known for his sharp wit and roles in film and television, including 'King of Queens' and...
![Donna Reed]()
Donna Reed (1921)Donna Reed was an iconic American actress of the 1940s and 1950s, best known for her Academy Award-winning role in 'From Here to Eternity'...
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Ingrid Thulin (1926)Ingrid Thulin was a renowned Swedish actress who collaborated extensively with legendary filmmaker Ingmar Bergman, starring in iconic films...
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Who died on January 27?
On January 27th the following celebrities died:
![Cloris Leachman]()
Cloris Leachman (2021)Acclaimed American actress known for her iconic role in 'The Mary Tyler Moore Show' and her Oscar-winning performance in 'The Last Picture...
![Louis de Funès]()
Louis de Funès (1983)Legendary French comic actor known for his exaggerated facial expressions and comedic roles in numerous popular films during the 1960s and...
![Emmanuelle Riva]()
Emmanuelle Riva (2017)Renowned French actress known for her powerful performances in cinema, including her Oscar-nominated role in 'Amour' (2012).
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John Updike (2009)Renowned American novelist and literary craftsman, best known for his 'Rabbit' series and Pulitzer Prize-winning works.
![Lilli Palmer]()
Lilli Palmer (1986)Renowned German-born actress who had a successful international career in film and theater, known for her beauty, talent, and marriages to...
![Claude Akins]()
Claude Akins (1994)Claude Akins was a prominent American character actor known for his distinctive voice and roles in westerns, war films, and television...
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- Gus Grissom (1967)
NASA astronaut and one of the original Mercury Seven, tragically killed during the Apollo 1 pre-launch test in 1967.
- Charles Townes (2015)
Charles Townes was a pioneering American physicist who revolutionized quantum electronics and played a crucial role in the development of...
- Mort Walker (2018)
Renowned American cartoonist who created the iconic comic strip 'Beetle Bailey', which became a globally recognized humor series about...
What day of the year is January 27?
January 27th marks the 27th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar.
There are 338 days remaining until the end of the year (or 339 days in case of leap years).
January 27th is the 27th day of the month of January.
What zodiac sign is associated with the day January 27?
The zodiac sign associated with January 27th is Aquarius according to the Western Zodiac.
