Historical Events
- "The 3:16 Game" AFC Wild Card Playof, underdogs Denver Broncos defeat Pittsburgh Steelers 29–23 with Tim Tebow connecting with Demaryius Thomas on an 80-yard touchdown pass on first scrimmage play of overtime
Famous Deaths
- Alexis Weissenberg, Bulgarian born pianist (Levintritt Prize, 1948), and composer, dies at 82
Died in 2012 2012 Highlights
About January 8, 2012
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 12 years, 6 months and 24 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Sexy And I Know It - LMFAO
- #1 Song: Good Feeling - Flo Rida