January 6th is Apple Tree Day and Cuddle Up Day.
We’re now on the sixth day of the year, and have 359 days left in 2025.
We have some incredible facts about January 6th for you covering huge advances in biological science, transportation and sport.
Did you know that on this day in 1912, New Mexico became the 47th state to join the United States of America? It was the last major territorial acquisition in the US.
Keep reading for more fun & interesting facts about January 6th in history!
Events
What memorable events happened on January 6 in history? Keep reading to find out!
2018
Blackpink’s reality TV show called “Blackpink Reality” was first aired, lasting a total of 12 episodes.
2016
A state of emergency was declared in California after a gas leak.
Governor Jerry Brown declared the state of emergency after a methane gas leak broke out – just outside Los Angeles.
2014
The Thaicom 6 satellite was launched into Earth’s orbit atop SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket.
The satellite, owned and operated by Thaicom Public Company Limited, is a geostationary communications satellite with an expected mission duration of fifteen years. The $160 million satellite provides coverage for a wide area, which includes Africa, Madagascar, and Southeast Asia.
Famous Births
Are you celebrating your birthday today? If so, did you know that you share the same birthday as Norman Reedus? See what other famous people were born on this day.
2003
MattyB
American
Singer
Age:
21 years old
Born In:
Georgia, USA
1955
Rowan Atkinson
English
Actor
Age:
69 years old
Born In:
England, UK
1412
Joan of Arc
French
Saint
Died On:
May 30, 1431 (Age 19)
Born In:
Grand Est, France
1970
David Saint-Jacques
Canadian
Astronaut
Age:
54 years old
Born In:
Québec City, Canada
1955
Debbie Nelson
American
Artist
Age:
69 years old
Born In:
Kansas, USA
Famous Deaths
Unfortunately, January 6th has also been a day where we’ve had to say some goodbyes over the years…
1858
1919
Theodore Roosevelt
American
Politician
1858
1919
Theodore Roosevelt
Theodore Roosevelt was an American politician born on October 27, 1858. He died on this day in 1919, at age 60 in Oyster Bay, New York, USA.
Died On:
Jan 6, 1919 (Age 60)
Died In:
New York, USA
Special Holidays
Looking for a reason to celebrate? Well, here’s a few! These unique holidays are sure to bring some enjoyment to your day.
National Cuddle Up Day
Cancel all your plans today; it’s time for some serious cuddling. National Cuddle Up Day is all about getting close and cozy with your loved ones, and when it’s cold and miserable outside, you’ve got no reason to refuse!
Apple Tree Day
Who doesn’t love a refreshing glass of delicious apple juice in the morning with breakfast? Today is Apple Tree Day, so why not celebrate? Because, after all, humans have been eating apples for more than 10,000 years!
THe Fact Site’s
Fun Fact Of The Day
In 2017, a man started eating a photo of Jason Segel and vowed to do so every day until Jason Segel ate a picture of him.
Birthday & Zodiac
People who were born on January 6 share the Capricorn zodiac sign.
Capricorns are ambitious, determined and will consistently apply efforts to overcome any obstacles in their way.
People born in January all have the Garnet birthstone. The garnet is undoubtedly a gift to the wearer as it brings them love, friendships, loyalty, health, and luck.
Anyone born on January 6 would likely have been conceived around April 15 in the previous year.
A baby that is conceived on January 6th, 2025, will be due later this year around September 29th.
