Friday, 19th January 1979 in London
Welcome to your daily snapshot of London! Explore 55 historical events, birthdays, deaths, and milestones that shaped this day in London. From remarkable moments in local and world history to the people who left their mark — find out what makes today special. Today's weather in London brings snowy with temperatures between -1°C and 2°C. Tonight's moon is in its waxing crescent phase, and the zodiac sign of the day is Capricorn. If you're curious about the history of a day — this page brings together everything worth knowing about this Friday, 19th January in London, GB.
On 19th January 1979, London experienced snowy conditions as winter gripped the British capital. The city's historic streets and Georgian architecture were blanketed under winter weather typical of the season. London has served as the political and cultural heart of the United Kingdom for nearly two millennia, with its influence extending across global affairs and commerce.
Several significant events throughout history occurred on this date. In 2007, Hrant Dink, a Turkish-Armenian journalist and human-rights activist, was assassinated by a Turkish nationalist in Istanbul, an event that shocked the international press community and highlighted tensions between ethnic groups in the region. That same year marked another milestone when a four-man team completed a 1,093-mile trek to reach the Southern Pole of Inaccessibility using only skis and kites, achieving what no others had accomplished on foot since 1967.
The date fell during the Capricorn zodiac period, with the moon positioned in its waxing crescent phase. This configuration occurs early in the lunar cycle as the moon gradually brightens following its new phase, a period traditionally associated with new beginnings and growth.
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What the Weather Had in Store for London on 19th January 1979
Two voices in harmony prove that difference strengthens.
Fortune of the Day
19th January in the Stars – Star Sign Pisces
Personality Profile
Personality Those born on January 19th blend classic Capricorn discipline with softer Venus influences from their second decan. They appear reserved yet possess subtle elegance and sensuality that draws others in. Their ambitions are serious but less harsh than typical Capricorns.
Strengths & Weaknesses Strengths: practical, reliable, charming, constructive. Weaknesses: can seem controlling; emotional expression sometimes limited. Venus influence softens their natural severity, occasionally creating tension between duty and pleasure.
Love January 19th natives seek deep, lasting bonds with substantial emotional foundations. Their sensuality is understated yet present—they prefer intimate connections with meaning. They need partners who understand their ambitions and appreciate their subtle romantic nature.
Caree & Finance Career success comes through structured thinking, responsibility, and refined business instinct. They suit leadership roles, finance, or artistic management. Financial stability matters deeply—they invest wisely and think long-term.
Health Balanced routines with regular movement and mindful relaxation are essential. Those born January 19th tend toward muscle tension from stress but benefit from yoga or dance. They should take mental health as seriously as physical wellness.
That night, the moon was in its waxing crescent phase.
Chinese year of the Horse (Earth).
Fun Facts About 19th January
Name Days in Your Language: Bob, Bobbi, Bobbie, Bobby, Robbie, Robert, Roberta, Roberto, Robin, Robinson, Robyn
Someone born on this day in 1979 would be 47 years old today — just 17,246 days into life, which is roughly 413,910 hours, 24,834,613 minutes, or 1,490,076,809 seconds spent on Earth so far.
It's the 19. day of the year.
There are 346 days still to come.
We’re currently in Week 3 — the year marches on.
Famous Birthdays on 19th January
- Pete Buttigieg, American politician (1982)
- Mike Komisarek, American ice hockey player (1982)
- Jodie Sweetin, American actress and singer (1982)
- Robin tom Rink, German singer-songwriter (1982)
- Shane Tronc, Australian rugby league player (1982)
- Kim Yoo-suk, South Korean pole vaulter (1982)
- Paolo Bugia, Filipino basketball player (1981)
- Asier del Horno, Spanish footballer (1981)
- Lucho González, Argentinian footballer (1981)
- Maxime Laisney, French politician (1981)
Lives Remembered on 19th January
- Elis Regina, Brazilian soprano (born 1945) (1982)
- Francesca Woodman, American photographer (born 1958) (1981)
- William O. Douglas, American lawyer and jurist, US Supreme Court associate justice (born 1898) (1980)
- Moritz Jahn, German novelist and poet (born 1884) (1979)
- Hidetsugu Yagi, Japanese engineer and academic (born 1886) (1976)
Celebrations & Special Days Worldwide on 19th January
- Christian feast day: Bassianus of Lodi
- Christian feast day: Faustina and Liberata of Como
- Christian feast day: Henry of Uppsala
- Christian feast day: Marius, Martha, Audifax, and Abachum
- Christian feast day: Mark of Ephesus (Eastern Orthodox Church)
- Christian feast day: Pontianus of Spoleto
- Christian feast day: Wulfstan, Bishop of Worcester
- Christian feast day: January 19 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- Confederate Heroes Day (Texas), and its related observance: Robert E. Lee Day (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia and Mississippi)
- Husband's Day (Iceland)
- Kokborok Day (Tripura, India)
- Theophany / Epiphany (Eastern and Oriental Orthodoxy), and its related observances: Timkat, or 20 during Leap Year (Ethiopian Orthodox)
- Theophany / Epiphany (Eastern and Oriental Orthodoxy), and its related observances: Vodici or Baptism of Jesus (North Macedonia)
What Happened on 19th January?
- Bytedance and sister companies are banned from the United States for "security concerns". (2025)
- The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency's probe lands on the moon, making Japan the 5th country to land a spacecraft on the moon. (2024)
- A bomb attack on an army convoy in the city of Bannu kills at least 26 Pakistani soldiers and injures 38 others. (2014)
- The Hong Kong-based file-sharing website Megaupload is shut down by the FBI. (2012)
- Turkish-Armenian journalist Hrant Dink is assassinated in front of his newspaper's Istanbul office by 17-year-old Turkish ultra-nationalist Ogün Samast. (2007)
- Four-man Team N2i, using only skis and kites, completes a 1,093-mile (1,759 km) trek to reach the Antarctic pole of inaccessibility for the first time since 1965 and for the first time ever without mechanical assistance. (2007)
- A Slovak Air Force Antonov An-24 crashes near Hejce, Hungary, killing 42. (2006)
- British Aerospace agrees to acquire the defence subsidiary of the General Electric Company, forming BAE Systems in November 1999. (1999)
- Yasser Arafat returns to Hebron after more than 30 years and joins celebrations over the handover of the last Israeli-controlled West Bank city. (1997)
- The barge North Cape oil spill occurs as an engine fire forces the tugboat Scandia ashore on Moonstone Beach in South Kingstown, Rhode Island. (1996)