Ronnie Van Zant, American singer-songwriter (died 1977)

Ronald Wayne Van Zant was an American singer, best known as the founding lead vocalist and primary lyricist of the southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd. He was the older brother of Johnny Van Zant, the current lead vocalist of Lynyrd Skynyrd, and Donnie Van Zant, the founder and vocalist of the rock band .38 Special.

January 15 is the 15th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 350 days remain until the end of the year.