What happened on Saturday January 29, 1966?

Here's what happened on January 29, 1966:

• Deadly Snow Storm Strikes Northeastern United States A severe snow storm hits the northeastern region of the United States, resulting in the tragic loss of 165 lives. The storm highlights the potential destructive power of winter weather and the importance of emergency preparedness.
• Birth of Brazilian Football Legend Romário Romário de Souza Faria, one of Brazil's most celebrated footballers, was born. Known for his exceptional goal-scoring ability and dynamic playing style, he would later become a World Cup champion and national icon.
• Luxembourg Compromise in European Economic Community The 'Luxembourg Compromise' was reached between the six members of the European Economic Community (Common Market), representing a significant diplomatic and economic negotiation that would influence future European integration.
• Sweet Charity Musical Premieres on Broadway The first performance of the musical 'Sweet Charity' opens at the Palace Theatre in New York City. Created by Neil Simon, Cy Coleman, and Dorothy Fields, the musical stars Gwen Verdon and is directed by the legendary Bob Fosse. The show would run for 608 performances, becoming a significant theatrical event of the 1960s.
• Peggy Fleming Wins US Female Figure Skating Championship Peggy Fleming wins the US Female Figure Skating Championship, further establishing herself as a prominent figure in American figure skating during the 1960s. Her victory would help set the stage for her future Olympic success.
• Cricket: Lawry and Simpson's Record Opening Stand Bill Lawry and Ian Simpson complete a remarkable 244-run opening partnership against England in Adelaide, Australia, showcasing exceptional batting performance in international cricket.

Events in 1966

January 29, 1966: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jan. 29, 1966

Newspapers from Jan. 29, 1966

January 29, 1966 was a Saturday and it was the 29th day of the year 1966 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 29, 1966 can also be written as 1/29/1966 in the US and as 29/1/1966 in UK and Europe.

January 29, 1966 in January 1966 calendar

Famous people born on January 29, 1966:

• Romari Romario

  Romário is a legendary Brazilian footballer widely regarded as one of the most prolific goal scorers in football history, known for his...

• Romário

Famous people born in 1966

Famous people born on January 29th

Famous people died on January 29, 1966:

• Fernande Olivier
• Hartley Power

Famous people who died in 1966

Famous people who died on January 29th

January 29, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 29, 1966 was We Can Work It Out by The Beatles, according to the music chart for the week January 24th and January 30th.

1. The Beatles - We Can Work It Out
2. The Beach Boys - Barbara Ann
3. Gary Lewis and the Playboys - She's Just My Style
4. The T-Bones - No Matter What Shape (Your Stomach's In)
5. The Vogues - Five O'Clock World

January 29, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 29, 1966 was Day Tripper / We Can Work It Out by The Beatles, according to the music chart for the week January 24th and January 30th.

1. The Beatles - Day Tripper / We Can Work It Out
2. The Spencer Davis Group - Keep On Running
3. Cliff Richard - Wind Me Up (Let Me Go)
4. The Walker Brothers - My Ship Is Coming In
5. The Seekers - The Carnival Is Over

January 29, 1966: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 29, 1966 was Uptight (Everything's Alright) by Stevie Wonder, according to the music chart for the week January 24th and January 30th.

1. Stevie Wonder - Uptight (Everything's Alright)
2. The Miracles - Going To A Go-Go
3. The Marvelettes - Don't Mess With Bill
4. James Brown And The Famous Flames - I Got You (I Feel Good)
5. Jackie Lee - The Duck

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 29th is Aquarius.

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Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 29, 1966: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 29, 1966 is Horse and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on January 29, 1966 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 29, 1966 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on January 29, 1966 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 54% full, rising at 11:03 am and setting at 01:03 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 07, 1966 while the next full moon would come on Feb 05, 1966.

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Someone born on January 29, 1966 is:

59 years 2 months old,

or 710 months and 25 days old,

or 3090 weeks and 4 days old,

or 21634 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 29, 1966?

There are 281 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday January 29th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 29, 1966?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on January 29, 1966.

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