January 5th is known as Bird Day and Whipped Cream Day.
Today marks the fifth day of the year. We’re slowly getting through the year, but still have 360 days left until the end of the year.
You’re about to find out some of the top historical events for this day covering big advances in film & TV, music and sports and games.
Did you know that on this day in 1933, construction began on the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco? The bridge was completed on April 19, 1937 at a cost of $35 million.
Keep reading for more interesting facts about January 5th in history!
What Events Happened On January 5 In History?
2021 Lil Nas X released a children’s book called “C is for Country.”
1993 Baseball champion Reggie Jackson was elected to the Hall of Fame.
1972 President Richard Nixon passed a new law that allowed NASA to build America’s first space shuttle.
1959 The world’s most famous clown “Bozo” premiered live on KTLA-TV in Los Angeles, California, US.
1959 Singer Buddy Holly’s last song was released.
1933 Construction of the iconic Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco began.
1914 The Ford Motor Company announced that it would begin an eight-hour workday as well as provide a living wage for workers who would receive $5 a day.
1896 Austrian newspaper called “Die Presse” released Willhelm Röntgen’s discovery of X-rays.
1757 Louis XV of France survived an attempt on his life from Robert-François Damiens, a lowly domestic servant.
1709 The Great Frost of Europe killed thousands of people.
1643 The first legal divorce of the American colonies was granted to Anne Clarke.
1531 King Henry VIII was forbidden to remarry in a letter sent to him by Pope Clement VII.
Famous Quotes Said On January 5
Every day brings a new quote – here are the most renowned quotes spoken on this day in history.
1916
“Be not dumb, obedient slaves in an army of destruction. Be heroes in an army of construction.”
– Helen Keller
1759
“Opinions have caused more ills than the plague or earthquakes on this little globe of ours.”
– Voltaire
Famous People Born On January 5
If today’s your birthday, you share this special day with Marilyn Manson! Here are other famous people born on this day.
1975 Bradley Cooper
American Actor
- Age:
- 47 years old
- Born In:
- Pennsylvania, USA
1969 Marilyn Manson
American Rock Singer
- Age:
- 53 years old
- Born In:
- Ohio, USA
1981 deadmau5
Canadian DJ
- Age:
- 41 years old
- Born In:
- Toronto, Canada
1959 Clancy Brown
American Actor
- Age:
- 63 years old
- Born In:
- Ohio, USA
Special Holidays On January 5
If you can spare some time today, here are some unique holidays you could get involved with.
National Bird Day
There are roughly 430 billion birds globally, and sadly, it’s estimated that 12 percent could become extinct in the near future. Today is National Bird Day, so why not use this special day to birdwatch or at least check your Twitter.
National Whipped Cream Day
Is there any better topping for a nice slice of pie than a generous mountain of whipped cream? Whether you whip it yourself or use a can, it's essential to give yourself an extra-large serving today! We won't tell anyone if you squirt it straight into your mouth, either!
January 5 Birthday Facts, Zodiac & Birthstone
Everyone who was born on this day shares the same zodiac sign, Capricorn.
Earth is the element given to Capricorns. The earth is always working, constantly evolving, and keeping our planet going day in, day out!
For those of you born in January, you have the Garnet birthstone. The garnet is commonly a red gem that provides the wearer with love, friendships, loyalty, and luck.
People born on this day were likely conceived the previous year on April 14th.
