Sunday 30 January 1977
It was Sunday, under the sign of Aquarius (see planets position on January 30, 1977). The US president was Jimmy Carter (Democratic).
Famous people born on this day include Dan Hinote and Tom Malchow.
In that special week of January people in US were listening to Car Wash by Rose Royce.
In UK Don't Give Up On Us by David Soul was in the top 5 hits.
Suspiria, directed by Dario Argento, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1977
while Raise The Titanic! by Clive Cussler was one of the best selling books.
On TV people were watching Blankety Blanks.
If you liked videogames you were probably playing Boot Hill or Air-Sea Battle.
But much more happened that day: find out below..
You can also have a look at the whole 1977 or at January 30 across the years.
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What the sky looked like on 30 January 1977
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Historical Events
Which were the important events of 30 January 1977 ?
Famous Birthdays:
- Dan Hinote: American ice hockey player and coach.
- Tom Malchow: American swimmer.
- Deltha O'Neal: American football player.
Facts:
- 8th (final) part of Roots is most-watched TV entertainment show to date.
- Edward W Stack replaces Paul Kerr President of Hall of Fame
- Allan Border scores 36 in his first-class innings (New South Wales versus Queensland).
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Planetary positions on this day

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Magazine Covers
What news were making the headlines those days in January 1977?
- Time: TIME Magazine Cover: America's Upbeat Mood -- Jan. 24, 1977
- SportsIllustrated: Sports Illustrated: no.8520
- RollingStone: Rod Stewart
- LIFE: explore magazine covers
- Beano: Your personalised Beano Book from 1977
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Music Charts
Which were the top hits in that special week of January 1977 ?
Top #10 songs in the USA
- Rose Royce - Car Wash
- Stevie Wonder - I Wish
- Brick - Dazz
- Leo Sayer - You Make Me Feel Like Dancing
- The Sylvers - Hot Line
- Eagles - New Kid In Town
- Mary MacGregor - Torn Between Two Lovers
- Manfred Mann's Earth Band - Blinded By The Light
- Barbra Streisand - Love Theme From A Star Is Born (Evergreen)
- Aerosmith - Walk This Way
Top #10 R&B songs
- Stevie Wonder - I Wish
- Darlin' Darlin' Baby (Sweet, Tender, Love) - The O'Jays
- Deniece Williams - Free
- KC And The Sunshine Band - I Like To Do It
- Saturday Nite - Earth, Wind & Fire
- Brick - Dazz
- Rose Royce - Car Wash
- Thelma Houston - Don't Leave Me This Way
- The Dramatics - Be My Girl
- Arthur Prysock - When Love Is New
Books
Which were the most popular books released in the last weeks ?
Raise The Titanic!
On orders from the Pentagon, marine explorer Dirk Pitt must salvage crucial material from the world's most infamous maritime disaster in this #1 New York Times-bestselling series.The
More infoSleeping Murder
In Agatha Christie’s classic, Sleeping Murder, the indomitable Miss Marple turns ghost hunter and uncovers shocking evidence of a perfect crime.Soon after Gwenda moved into her new home, odd things started to happen.
More infoYour Erroneous Zones
This best selling guide sends a simple but profound message - avoid the trap of negative thinking and master the art of self-actualization.
More infoVideogames
What videogames would you be playing back in the days ?