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August 11, 1997 was the 223rd day of the year 1997, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Monday.
Is August 11, 1997 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on August 11, 1997, who was born and died on August 11, 1997, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 11, 1997, which were the most popular songs (ex. I'll Be Missing You by Puff Daddy & Faith Evans), movies (e.g. Deconstructing Harry, directed by Woody Allen), TV series (e.g. Tiger Bay) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 11th, 1997 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 11, 1997?
- August 11, 1997: What happened on that day?
- August 11, 1997: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 11, 1997: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 11, 1997?
- August 11, 1997: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 11, 1997: What famous people died on that day?
- August 11, 1997: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 11, 1997: Number 1 song on that day
- August 11, 1997: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 11, 1997: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 11, 1997: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 11, 1997: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 11, 1997?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 11, 1997?
- Who was the Pope on August 11, 1997?
What day of the week was August 11, 1997?
August 11, 1997 was a Monday and it was the 223rd day of the year 1997 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 11, 1997 can also be written as 8/11/1997 in the US and as 11/8/1997 in UK and Europe.
August 11, 1997: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 11, 1997:
- Benin legalizes jan 10th as a voodoo holiday
August 11, 1997: What were the main match results that day?
Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)
- St Pauli - Mainz : 2 - 0
Division 2 - Football (France)
- Lorient - Nice : 1 - 1
Premier League - UK Soccer
- Arsenal - Coventry : 2 - 0
August 11, 1997: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 11th is Leo.
Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.
Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.
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August 11, 1997: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 11, 1997 is Ox and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 11th, 1997 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 11, 1997: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 11, 1997 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 11, 1997 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.
An observer located in New York City on August 11, 1997 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 56% full, rising at 01:44 pm and setting at 12:24 am.
The previous full moon was on Jul 20, 1997 while the next full moon would come on Aug 18, 1997.
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Who was born on August 11, 1997?
Famous people born on August 11, 1997:
- Briunna Thomas
Professional basketball player known for her exceptional skills on the court.
- Savannha Chrisley
Savannha Chrisley is an American reality television personality known for her appearances on the USA Network series Chrisley Knows Best.
- Mackenzey Raine
Mackenzey Raine is a Canadian singer-songwriter known for her pop and R&B music.
- Sarah Clelland
Scottish footballer.
- Kylie Jenner
Entertainer.
- Andrija Balić
- Nicholas Opoku
Whose famous birthday is on August 11th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 11th:
![Hulk Hogan]()
Hulk HoganHulk hogan is a retired professional wrestler known for his time in the world wrestling federation (wwf, now wwe) and for being one of the...
![Chris Hemsworth]()
Chris HemsworthChris hemsworth is an australian actor best known for his role as thor in the marvel cinematic universe.
![Viola Davis]()
Viola DavisViola davis is an american actress known for her powerful performances in films and television, and for being the first black actress to...
![Arlene Dahl]()
Arlene DahlArlene dahl is an american actress known for her roles in classic hollywood films suchjson as 'journey to the center of the earth' and...
![Alyson Stoner]()
Alyson StonerAmerican actress, model and singer.
![Pervez Musharraf]()
Pervez MusharrafPakistani politician and general 10th president of pakistan.
![Alex Haley]()
Alex HaleyAmerican journalist, novelist, and journalist haley is best known for his 1976 pulitzer prize-winning book "roots".
![Eric Carmen]()
Eric CarmenAmerican singer-songwriter/guitarist (raspberries).
![Fernando Arrabal]()
Fernando ArrabalSpanish screenwriter, screenwriter, director, novelist, poet, and playwright.
![Anna Gunn]()
Anna GunnTv actress.
August 11, 1997: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 26 years 8 months old,
or 320 months and 8 days old,
or 1392 weeks and 4 days old,
or 9748 days old,
if you were born on August 11, 1997.Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old,
How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 11, 1997?
There are 114 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday August 11th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 11, 1997?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 11, 1997.
August 11, 1997: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 11, 1997:
- Jacques Robert
What famous deaths happened on August 11th?
Famous deaths on August 11th:
![Robin Williams]()
Robin WilliamsAfter learning improv at l.a.
![Anne Heche]()
Anne HecheAmerican actress, heche, who started her career in new york at age 17 as a soap star.
![Peter Cushing]()
Peter CushingEngland, united kingdom -- actor.
![Anne Ramsey]()
Anne RamseyAmerican actress (d. 1988).
![Phil Harris]()
Phil HarrisAmerican singer-songwriter and actor (b. 1904).
![John Meillon]()
John MeillonActor (wild duck crocodile dundee).
![Tom Drake]()
Tom DrakeActor, green years, warkill, dies from lung cancer at the age of 63.
![George Furth]()
George FurthAmerican playwright and actor (d. 2008).
- Andrew Carnegie
Scottish-american industrialist who in 1899 consolidated his steel industries.
- Jackson Pollock
American painter, exponent of abstract expressionism, and in particular the form known as "action paintings", pollack is an american artist.
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August 11, 1997: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 11, 1997:
- Zimbabwe - Heroes Day
- Taiwan - Valentine's Day
- Roman Catholicism - the feasts of at least 5 saints: St. Tiburtius
- St. Chromatius
- St. Equitius
- St. Gery/Gaugericus
- St. Susanna
- Brazil - Studentás Day, Lawyerás Day, Foundation of the Law Studies in Brazil
August 11, 1997: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 11, 1997 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 11th and August 17th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 11, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 11, 1997 was I'll Be Missing You by Puff Daddy & Faith Evans, according to the music chart for the week August 11th and August 17th.
August 11, 1997: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 11, 1997 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 11th and August 17th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Puff Daddy & Faith Evans - I'll Be Missing You
- The Notorious B.I.G. - Mo Money, Mo Problems
- The Backstreet Boys - Quit Playing Games (With My Heart)
- Third Eye Blind - Semi-Charmed Life
- Meredith Brooks - Bitch
August 11, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 11, 1997 was I'll Be Missing You by Puff Daddy & Faith Evans, according to the music chart for the week August 11th and August 17th.
August 11, 1997: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 11, 1997 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 11th and August 17th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Puff Daddy & Faith Evans - I'll Be Missing You
- Will Smith - Men In Black
- Gala - Freed From Desire
- Backstreet Boys - Everybody (Backstreet's Back)
- Boyzone - Picture Of You
August 11, 1997: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 11, 1997 was Never Make A Promise by Dru Hill, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 11th and August 17th.
August 11, 1997: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 11, 1997 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 11th and August 17th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Dru Hill - Never Make A Promise
- The Notorious B.I.G. Featuring Puff Daddy & Mase - Mo Money Mo Problems
- Lil' Kim Feat. Da Brat, Left Eye, Missy Elliott & Angie Mar - Not Tonight
- Puff Daddy & Faith Evans Featuring 112 - I'll Be Missing You
- Changing Faces - G.H.E.T.T.O.U.T.
August 11, 1997: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on August 11, 1997 was Miente by Enrique Iglesias, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 11th and August 17th.
August 11, 1997: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on August 11, 1997 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 11th and August 17th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Enrique Iglesias - Miente
- Luis Miguel - Por Debajo De La Mesa
- Los Tucanes de Tijuana - El Tucanazo
- Jordi - Desesperadamente Enamorado
- Gloria Estefan - No Pretendo
August 11, 1997: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 11, 1997 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Deconstructing Harry
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Woody Allen
Starring: Woody Allen, Judy Davis, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Stephanie Roth Haberle
Soul Food
Release year: 1997
Directed by: George Tillman Jr.
Starring: Vanessa Williams, Vivica A. Fox, Nia Long, Michael Beach
Affliction
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Paul Schrader
Starring: Nick Nolte, Sissy Spacek, James Coburn, Brigid Tierney
Gummo
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Harmony Korine
Starring: Nick Sutton, Jacob Sewell, Lara Tosh, Jacob Reynolds
Hoodlum
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Bill Duke
Starring: Laurence Fishburne, Tim Roth, Vanessa Williams, Andy Garcia
August 11, 1997: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 11, 1997 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Tiger Bay
Release year: 1997
Directed by: J. Lee Thompson
Happy Camp
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Josh Anthony
Riding the Tiger
Release year: 1997
Directed by: John Haptas and Kristine Samuelson
Born to Run
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Phil Coles
Hitz
Release year: 1997
Country: United States of America
August 11, 1997: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 11, 1997 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
If This World Were Mine
By: E. Lynn Harris
A close group of friends. A sexy stranger. What are the bonds that bind friendship? E. spent nine weeks on the New York Times Bestseller List.
The Perfect Storm
By: Sebastian Junger
This bestselling book became the blockbuster movie starring George Clooney and Mark Wahlberg. Three weather systems collided off Nova Scotia's coast in October 1991 to produce a storm of singular fury that swept waves over one hundred feet.
Chasing Cezanne
By: Peter Mayle
Peter Mayle's novel is filled with humour and fizz about the international art scene. He flew us to the south of France, a region that some consider "the sands of time".
Angela's Ashes
By: Frank McCourt
Angela's Ashes, Frank McCourt's bestselling memoir about his childhood in Ireland, is a Pulitzer Prize winner and #1 New York Times Bestseller.
August 11, 1997: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 11, 1997 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Captain Claw
The Crow: City of Angels
Diablo: Hellfire
Enemy Nations
F-22: Air Dominance Fighter
Who was the US President on August 11, 1997?
On August 11, 1997 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 11, 1997?
On August 11, 1997 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on August 11, 1997?
On August 11, 1997 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 11th?
August 11th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 11th day of the month of August. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.
Over the years several events happened on August 11th, such as:
- 2018 - Ghazni offensive, war in afghanistan: fighting continues around ghazni.
- 2017 - Syrian civil war: isil forces attack an iranian islamic revolutionary guard corps base in vast desert areas of eastern homs governorate. the base was manned by 12-18 fighters. all but one are killed.
- 2016 - August 2016 thailand bombings. two bombs in plant pots explode, killing at least one person, and injuring ten others in hua hin district in thailand.
What happened in 1997?
1997 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Howard Stern Radio Show premieres in Columbus OH on WBZX 99.7 FM
- Bryant Gumbel co-hosted his final Today show on NBC-TV
- Juan Darien-Carnival Mass closes at Vivian Beaumont, New York City
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What was the calendar for August 1997?
August 1997 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.
