Monday January 20, 1997: on this day

January 20, 1997 was the 20th day of the year 1997, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Monday.

Is January 20, 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 January 20, 1997, who was born and died on January 20, 1997, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 20, 1997, which were the most popular songs (ex. Un-Break My Heart by Toni Braxton), movies (e.g. Absolute Power, directed by Clint Eastwood), TV series (e.g. Brass Eye) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 20th, 1997 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 20, 1997?


January 20, 1997 was a Monday and it was the 20th day of the year 1997 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 20, 1997 can also be written as 1/20/1997 in the US and as 20/1/1997 in UK and Europe.

January 20, 1997 in January 1997 calendar

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January 20, 1997: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on January 20, 1997:

  • Howard stern radio show premieres in new orleans la on kknd 106.7 fm
  • Pakistan defeats west indies 2-0 to win australia one-day series.
  • U.s. president bill clinton is inaugurated for his second term.

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January 20, 1997: What were the main match results that day?

NBA - American Basketball

  • Charlotte Hornets - Atlanta Hawks : 97 - 106
  • Cleveland Cavaliers - Utah Jazz : 74 - 94
  • Dallas Mavericks - Los Angeles Lakers : 99 - 109
  • Detroit Pistons - Phoenix Suns : 86 - 89
  • Milwaukee Bucks - Philadelphia 76ers : 114 - 104

La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)

  • Espanol - Sevilla : 1 - 0

Premier League - UK Soccer

  • West Ham - Leeds : 0 - 2

Ethniki Katigoria - Football (Greece)

  • Paniliakos - Panahaiki : 1 - 0
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January 20, 1997: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 20th is Aquarius.

Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.

Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 20, 1997: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 20, 1997 is Ox and the associated element is Fire.

Discover the Ox personality and how the Fire Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

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Discover the planets positions on January 20th, 1997 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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January 20, 1997: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on January 20, 1997 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 20, 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 January 20, 1997 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 95% full, rising at 02:47 pm and setting at 05:27 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 24, 1996 while the next full moon would come on Jan 23, 1997.

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Who was born on January 20, 1997?


Famous people born on January 20, 1997:

  • Jana Brunner
  • İslambək Dadov
  • Terrell Edmunds
  • Rob Edwards
  • José de Jesús Godínez
  • João Pedro Heinen Silva
  • Veronica Jones
  • Luc Loubaki
  • Ifeanyi Mathew
  • Blueface
  • Christian Rivas
  • Facundo Silvera
  • Jason Thomas
  • Henrique Trevisan
  • Oleksandr Tymčyk
  • Stanisław Aniołkowski
  • Jordan Bowden

Whose famous birthday is on January 20th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 20th:

  • Paul Stanley
    Paul Stanley

    Paul stanley is a guitarist best known as the co-lead vocalist and frontman of the rock band kiss.

  • Patricia Neal
    Patricia Neal

    American actress, who became a broadway star in her broadway debut in 1945.

  • Erin Wasson
    Erin Wasson

    Erin wasson is a prominent american model known for her work with top fashion brands and her appearances in international fashion magazines.

  • David Lynch
    David Lynch

    American screenwriter and director, one of today's most creative and talented film-makers of the 20th century.

  • Bill Maher
    Bill Maher

    American comedian, host of humorous tv shows "politically incorrect", (1997) and "aeuroereal time with bill maheraeur" (2003).

  • Omar Sy
    Omar Sy

    French actor best known for his roles in omar et fred and fred testot as fred testot.

  • Lorenzo Lamas
    Lorenzo Lamas

    American actor, tv soap star, and sex symbol.

  • Duniya Vijay
    Duniya Vijay

    Duniya vijay is an indian actor known for his work in kannada cinema.

  • Rainn Wilson
    Rainn Wilson

    Rainn wilson is an american actor best known for his role as dwight schrute on the television series the office.

  • DeForest Kelley
    DeForest Kelley

    Deforest kelley was an american actor best known for his role as dr.

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January 20, 1997: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 27 years 2 months old,

or 326 months and 8 days old,

or 1418 weeks and 3 days old,

or 9929 days old,

if you were born on January 20, 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 January 20, 1997?

There are 298 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday January 20th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 20, 1997?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on January 20, 1997.

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January 20, 1997: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 20, 1997:

  • Curt Flood

    American baseball player (centerfielder for saint louis cardinals), died from throat cancer at the age of 59 (b. 1938).

  • Vladimir Yamnikov

    Kristall vodka owner, who dies from cirrhosis aged 56.

  • Edith Haisman

    South african-english survivor of sinking rms titanic (d. 1997).

  • Albín Brunovský
  • Tamara Makarova
  • Ashious Melu
  • Edith Brown
  • Mario Albertini
  • Giorgio Jegher
  • Hiram Keller

What famous deaths happened on January 20th?

Famous deaths on January 20th:

  • Barbara Stanwyck
    Barbara Stanwyck

    Four times, an american actress was nominated for the oscar: "stella dallas," 1937, 1942, "ball of fire," 1941, and 1944.

  • Audrey Hepburn
    Audrey Hepburn

    Belgian actress, humanitarian and dancer who started as a ballet student.

  • Beatrice Lillie
    Beatrice Lillie

    Talented comedic actress and singer known for her wit and charm.

  • Meat Loaf
    Meat Loaf

    American singer, known as the wild man of rock opera.

  • Johnny Weissmuller
    Johnny Weissmuller

    Romanian-born american actor and swimmer who won five olympic medals as well as numerous world records.

  • Mira Furlan
    Mira Furlan

    Mira Furlan was a talented actress known for her roles in 'Babylon 5' and 'Lost.

  • Louis Seigner
    Louis Seigner

    Mathilde and emmanuelle are the grandfathers of a french stage comedian and actor, mathilde and emmanuelle.

  • Carl Switzer
    Carl Switzer

    Actor (alfalfa - our gang), shot to death at 31.

  • Isaly Hepburn

    Isaly Hepburn was a celebrated British actress and fashion icon, known for her roles in classic films such as 'Breakfast at Tiffany's' and...

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January 20, 1997: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on January 20, 1997:

  • Martin Luther King Jr. Day - This holiday honors the civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. and his contributions to the Civil Rights Movement.
  • Astrology: First day of sun sign Aquarius.
  • Euthymus
  • Desiderius
  • Meinrad
  • Epiphanius of Pavia
  • Feast day of the following saints in the Roman Catholic Church: Sebastian
  • Presidential Inauguration Day in the United States.
  • The Eve of St. Agnes.

Saints celebrated on January 20, 1997:

  • Saint Fabian
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January 20, 1997: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on January 20, 1997 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 20th and January 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


January 20, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 20, 1997 was Un-Break My Heart by Toni Braxton, according to the music chart for the week January 20th and January 26th.

January 20, 1997: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on January 20, 1997 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 20th and January 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Un-Break My Heart youtube
  2. - Don't Let Go (Love)
  3. - I Believe I Can Fly
  4. - Nobody
  5. - I Believe In You And Me

January 20, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 20, 1997 was Professional Widow (It's Got To Be Big) by Tori Amos, according to the music chart for the week January 20th and January 26th.

January 20, 1997: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on January 20, 1997 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 20th and January 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Professional Widow (It's Got To Be Big)
  2. - 2 Become 1
  3. - Don't Cry For Me Argentina
  4. - Your Woman

January 20, 1997: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 20, 1997 was Don't Let Go (Love) by En Vogue, according to the R&B music chart for the week January 20th and January 26th.

January 20, 1997: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on January 20, 1997 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week January 20th and January 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Don't Let Go (Love)
  2. - I Believe I Can Fly (From "Space Jam")
  3. - Un-Break My Heart youtube
  4. - I Believe In You And Me (From "The Preacher's Wife")
  5. - Cold Rock A Party

January 20, 1997: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on January 20, 1997 was Asi Como Te Conoci by Marco Antonio Solis, according to the Latin music chart for the week January 20th and January 26th.

January 20, 1997: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on January 20, 1997 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week January 20th and January 26th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Asi Como Te Conoci
  2. - No Pude Enamorarme Mas
  3. - Trapecista
  4. - Piensa En Mi
  5. - El Baile De La Botella

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January 20, 1997: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 20, 1997 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Absolute Power

Absolute Power

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Clint Eastwood

Starring: Clint Eastwood, Gene Hackman, Ed Harris, Laura Linney

Menno's Mind

Menno's Mind

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Jon Kroll

Starring: Billy Campbell, Stephanie Romanov, Corbin Bernsen, Michael Dorn

M.D.C. - Maschera di cera

M.D.C. - Maschera di cera

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Sergio Stivaletti

Starring: Romina Mondello, Elisabetta Rocchetti, Robert Hossein, Sonia Topazio, Gabriella Giorgelli, Rosa Pianeta, Riccardo Serventi Longhi, Omero Capanna

Country: Italy

Once Upon a Time in China and America

Once Upon a Time in China and America

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Sammo Kam-Bo Hung

Starring: Jet Li, Rosamund Kwan, Xin Xin Xiong, Kwok-Pong Chan

Star Maps

Star Maps

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Miguel Arteta

Starring: Douglas Spain, Efrain Figueroa, Kandeyce Jorden, Martha Velez

January 20, 1997: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 20, 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:

Brass Eye

Brass Eye

Release year: 1997

Starring: Christopher Morris, Mark Heap, Kevin Eldon, Doon Mackichan

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

The Forgotten Toys

The Forgotten Toys

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Graham Ralph

Staying Alive

Staying Alive

Release year: 1996

Directed by: Sylvester Stallone

Out of Sight

Out of Sight

Release year: 1996

Directed by: Steven Soderbergh

Science Court

Science Court

Release year: 1997

Starring: Jennifer Harrison, H. Jon Benjamin, Bill Braudis, Micaela Hebert

Country: United States of America

January 20, 1997: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on January 20, 1997 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Angela's Ashes by Frank McCourt

Angela's Ashes

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Angela's Ashes, Frank McCourt's bestselling memoir about his childhood in Ireland, is a Pulitzer Prize winner and #1 New York Times Bestseller.

The Deep End of the Ocean by Jacquelyn Mitchard

The Deep End of the Ocean

By:

Los Angeles Times: "Masterful...A big tale about human connection, emotional survival"

The Unlikely Spy by Daniel Silva

The Unlikely Spy

By:

Winston Churchill said that truth is so valuable that it should always be protected by a bodyguard full of lies, during wartime. This meant that Britain had to find the most unlikely agent possible for counterintelligence operations.

The Millionaire Next Door by Thomas J. Stanley and William D. Danko

The Millionaire Next Door

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The Millionaire Next Door, a bestseller, identifies seven traits that are common among people who have accumulated wealth.

The Celestine Prophecy by James Redfield

The Celestine Prophecy

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January 20, 1997: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on January 20, 1997 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Doctor Who: Destiny of the Doctors

Doctor Who: Destiny of the Doctors

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Publisher: BBC Multimedia

Atomic Bomberman

Atomic Bomberman

Platform: Windows

Genre: Arcade game, Maze

Publisher: Interplay Entertainment

DarkEden

DarkEden

Platform: Windows 98/ME/2K/XP

Genre: MMORPG

Publisher: SOFTON Entertainment

Cookie and Bibi 3

Cookie and Bibi 3

Platform: Arcade game

Genre: Puzzle

Publisher: Semicom

Test Drive 4

Test Drive 4

Platform: PlayStation PC CD-ROM

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Accolade

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Who was the US President on January 20, 1997?

On January 20, 1997 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 20, 1997?

On January 20, 1997 the UK Prime Minister was Sir John Major (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on January 20, 1997?

On January 20, 1997 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about January 20th?

January 20th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 20th day of the month of January. 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 January 20th, such as:

  • 2019 - Conflict in northern mali: ten united nations peacekeepers have been killed in an islamist militant attack at their base in mali’s northern kidal region.
  • 2018 - Syrian civil war: northwestern syria campaign (october 2017-present). the syrian army seizes the abu al-duhur military airbase, idlib governorate.
  • 2017 - Syrian civil war: isil militants demolish part of palmyra’s ancient roman theatre. (bbc). an airstrike inflicts death on more than 40 jabhat fateh al-sham militants at a jihadist camp east of aleppo. the exact cause of the attack is unknown. (reuters),

Find out more about January 20th

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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 January 1997?

January 1997 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with January being the 1st 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.

Discover how January 1997 calendar looked like.

Monday January 20, 1997