Corina Morariu Birthday & Michigan Statehood Signed | Jan 26

Published January 26, 2026 at 12:00 AM EST

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On this day in 1978, Detroit welcomed future Wimbledon winner Corina Morariu. She won major doubles titles and overcame leukemia. Michigan also became the 26th state in 1837.