January 28: What Happened on This Day in History
January 28th marks the 28th day of the Gregorian calendar year. There are 337 days (338 in case of leap years) remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on January 28th in history, famous birthdays on January 28th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to January 28.
What happened on January 28?
Here's what happened on January 28th in history:
- 2022: In a critical moment of international diplomacy, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov denies Russia's intent to start a war, despite growing concerns from U.S. officials. U.S. Army General Mark Milley and Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin warn of potentially 'horrific' consequences if Russia invades Ukraine, highlighting the severe potential human cost. Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko adds complexity to the situation by stating Belarus might engage militarily if attacked, while simultaneously claiming no desire for conflict with Ukraine.
- 2019: A devastating terrorist attack by Boko Haram militants resulted in the killing of 60 people in Rann, northeastern Nigeria. The assault highlights the ongoing insurgency and humanitarian crisis in the region.
- 2007: Biographical record of Hsu Wei Lun, a Taiwanese actress born in 1978.
- 2005: Karen Lancaume, a French actress, died by suicide at the age of 31. Her tragic death highlights the personal struggles that can affect individuals in the entertainment industry.
- 2003: Oregon voters narrowly approved a temporary three-year income tax increase, with 54% supporting the measure. The tax's passage led to significant budget cuts, including the first state police layoffs since 1931 and reductions in local school district funding, highlighting the state's fiscal challenges.
- 2001: In a decisive victory at Tampa, Florida, the Baltimore Ravens dominated the New York Giants, winning Super Bowl XXXV with a commanding score of 34-7. This game marked the Ravens' first Super Bowl championship, showcasing their defensive prowess and strategic gameplay.
- 1996: U San Yu, a prominent Burmese soldier and politician who served as President of Burma from 1981 to 1988, died at the age of 77.
- 1979: Brief mention of Pixie, an English model, with limited contextual details available.
- 1974: Tony Delk, an American basketball guard who played for the San Francisco Warriors, was noted in historical records on this date.
- 1973: The popular detective television series 'Barnaby Jones' premiered on CBS, introducing audiences to a new crime-solving protagonist and adding to the era's rich television landscape.
What famous birthdays are on January 28?
On January 28th there are the following famous birthdays:
![Ariel Winter]()
Ariel Winter (1998)Ariel Winter is an American actress best known for her role as Alex Dunphy on the Emmy Award-winning sitcom Modern Family, which ran from...
![Elijah Wood]()
Elijah Wood (1981)Elijah Wood is an acclaimed American actor best known for his iconic role as Frodo Baggins in Peter Jackson's 'The Lord of the Rings' film...
![Joey Fatone]()
Joey Fatone (1977)Joey Fatone is an American singer and performer best known as a member of the iconic 1990s boy band *NSYNC, which achieved massive global...
![Alan Alda]()
Alan Alda (1936)Acclaimed American actor, director, and writer best known for his iconic role as Hawkeye Pierce in the groundbreaking TV series M*A*S*H.
![Charles Taylor]()
Charles Taylor (1948)Liberian politician who served as the 22nd President of Liberia from 1997 to 2003, known for his role in the Sierra Leone Civil War and...
![Rick Warren]()
Rick Warren (1954)Influential American evangelical pastor, author of the bestselling book 'The Purpose Driven Life', and senior pastor of Saddleback Church.
![Nick Carter]()
Nick Carter (1980)Nick Carter is a prominent American pop singer, best known as the youngest member of the globally successful boy band Backstreet Boys.
![Hiroshi Kamiya]()
Hiroshi Kamiya (1975)Prominent Japanese voice actor and singer known for roles in numerous anime series and video games.
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Barbi Benton (1950)American model, actress, and singer known for her work with Playboy and appearances on television shows like Hee Haw.
![Shruti Haasan]()
Shruti Haasan (1986)Shruti Haasan is a prominent Indian actress and singer who has made significant contributions to South Indian cinema and Bollywood, known...
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Who died on January 28?
On January 28th the following celebrities died:
![Cicely Tyson]()
Cicely Tyson (2021)Pioneering African American actress who broke racial barriers in film and television, winning numerous awards for her powerful performances...
![John Banner]()
John Banner (1973)Austrian-born American actor best known for his comedic role as Sergeant Schultz in the popular TV series 'Hogan's Heroes'.
![Joe Viterelli]()
Joe Viterelli (2004)American character actor known for supporting roles in numerous films, particularly in mob-related movies during the 1980s and 1990s.
- Henry VIII (1547)
King of England from 1509 to 1547, known for his six marriages and the English Reformation.
- Astrid Lindgren (2002)
Renowned Swedish children's author who created the iconic character Pippi Longstocking, revolutionizing children's literature with her...
- Joseph Brodsky (1996)
Joseph Brodsky was a renowned Russian-American poet, essayist, and translator who was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1987.
- Ronald McNair (1986)
NASA astronaut who tragically died in the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster, a pioneering African American physicist and mission specialist.
- Jerry Siegel (1996)
Co-creator of Superman, one of the most influential comic book writers in American history who revolutionized the superhero genre with his...
- Ellison Onizuka (1986)
NASA astronaut who tragically died in the Challenger Space Shuttle disaster on January 28, 1986, a pivotal moment in space exploration...
- Judith Resnik (1986)
Judith Resnik was a pioneering NASA astronaut who tragically died in the Challenger space shuttle disaster.
What day of the year is January 28?
January 28th marks the 28th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar.
There are 337 days remaining until the end of the year (or 338 days in case of leap years).
January 28th is the 28th day of the month of January.
What zodiac sign is associated with the day January 28?
The zodiac sign associated with January 28th is Aquarius according to the Western Zodiac.
