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Thursday December 25, 1997: on this day
December 25, 1997 was the 359th day of the year 1997, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is December 25, 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 December 25, 1997, who was born and died on December 25, 1997, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 25, 1997, which were the most popular songs (ex. Something About The Way You Look Tonight by Elton John), movies (e.g. Finding North, directed by Tanya Wexler), TV series (e.g. Robot Wars) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 25th, 1997 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was December 25, 1997?
- December 25, 1997: What happened on that day?
- December 25, 1997: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 25, 1997: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on December 25, 1997?
- December 25, 1997: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- December 25, 1997: What famous people died on that day?
- December 25, 1997: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- December 25, 1997: Number 1 song on that day
- December 25, 1997: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- December 25, 1997: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- December 25, 1997: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- December 25, 1997: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on December 25, 1997?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 25, 1997?
- Who was the Pope on December 25, 1997?
What day of the week was December 25, 1997?
December 25, 1997 was a Thursday and it was the 359th day of the year 1997 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 25, 1997 can also be written as 12/25/1997 in the US and as 25/12/1997 in UK and Europe.
December 25, 1997: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on December 25, 1997:
- Jerry seinfeld says this is the final season of his tv show
- For first time us movie box office receipts pass us$6 billion.
December 25, 1997: What were the main match results that day?
NBA - American Basketball
- Houston Rockets - Utah Jazz : 103 - 107
- Miami Heat - Chicago Bulls : 80 - 90
December 25, 1997: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 25th is Capricorn.
Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.
Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.
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December 25, 1997: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 25, 1997 is Ox and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on December 25th, 1997 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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December 25, 1997: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 25, 1997 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 25, 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 December 25, 1997 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 9% full, rising at 02:59 am and setting at 02:34 pm.
The previous full moon was on Dec 14, 1997 while the next full moon would come on Jan 12, 1998.
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Who was born on December 25, 1997?
Famous people born on December 25, 1997:
- Omauri Bernard
Professional football player who plays as a wide receiver.
- Oleksij Huculjak
- Butta Magomedov
- Camille Cabrol
- Aurélie Monvoisin
- Jan Solans
- Mohamed Khalil Mansouri
Whose famous birthday is on December 25th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 25th:
![Annie Lennox]()
Annie LennoxScottish musician and songwriter with an androgynous look.
![Ingrid Betancourt]()
Ingrid BetancourtColombian-born politician, kidnap victim, she is the mother to two children.
![Hanna Schygulla]()
Hanna SchygullaHanna Schygulla is a German actress known for her collaborations with director Rainer Werner Fassbinder in the 1970s.
![Rod Serling]()
Rod SerlingAmerican radio and television script writer.
![Jimmy Buffett]()
Jimmy BuffettAmerican musician, whose debut album "down to earth" was reportedly only 324 copies.
![Quentin Crisp]()
Quentin CrispBritish gay character and author of "the naked civil servant" in 1931, he "came out" as a limp-wristed, effeminate, mincing queen with blue...
![Fernand Gravey]()
Fernand GraveyBelgian/french actor in film, started his career in france.
![Ismail Merchant]()
Ismail MerchantDirector and producer in indian-english (d. 2005).
![CCH Pounder]()
CCH PounderGuyana-born actress.
![Barton MacLane]()
Barton MacLaneBarton MacLane was a popular actor who appeared in numerous films and television shows.
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December 25, 1997: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 26 years 3 months old,
or 315 months and 25 days old,
or 1373 weeks and 1 day old,
or 9612 days old,
if you were born on December 25, 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 December 25, 1997?
There are 250 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday December 25th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 25, 1997?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on December 25, 1997.
December 25, 1997: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on December 25, 1997:
![Denver Pyle]()
Denver PyleAmerican actor (dukes of hazzard), age 77 (born in 1920).
- Anatoli Boukreev
Russian mountaineer and explorer (d. 1997).
- Giorgio Strehler
Theatre director, who dies at the age of 76.
- Laurence Gower
Academic, dies at the age of 84.
- Anita Conti
- Giorgi Gavasheli
- Bronisław Dąbrowski
- Gabriel Alomar Esteve
What famous deaths happened on December 25th?
Famous deaths on December 25th:
![Charlie Chaplin]()
Charlie ChaplinLegendary silent film actor and director, known for his iconic character The Tramp.
![Dean Martin]()
Dean MartinAmerican actor and singer who was a team with jerry lewis between 1950-1954, before going it alone.
![W.C. Fields]()
W.C. FieldsLegendary American comedian and actor known for his witty humor and distinctive persona.
![Eartha Kitt]()
Eartha KittEartha kitt was a renowned pop singer and actress known for her sultry voice and captivating performances, gaining fame for her hit songs...
![Joan Blondell]()
Joan BlondellAmerican actress and singer (b. 1906).
![Agnes Ayres]()
Agnes AyresActress johnny belinda sheik, dies at 42.
![David Ryall]()
David RyallEnglish actor (b. 1935).
- Odester Chaplin
Legendary comic actor and filmmaker.
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December 25, 1997: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on December 25, 1997:
- Christmas Day is a Christian holiday on this day celebrating the Nativity of Jesus. It is a public holiday in many countries, including almost everywhere in the Americas, most European nations, the Philippines and most of Oceania, some African countries, the Commonwealth of Nations, and various other countries and regions. Many non-Christians, including non-theists, celebrate secular aspects of the holiday, such as decorating Christmas trees and exchanging gifts with family and friends. Some
- Pakistan - Quaid's Day is celebrated as a national holiday in Pakistan in honour of the birth of Mohammad Ali Jinnah.
- British Isles - a quarter day in England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and the Republic of Ireland. (but not in Scotland)
- Roman festivals - (re)birth of Sol Invictus, the winter solstice feast in the Roman Empire since 274.
December 25, 1997: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on December 25, 1997 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 22nd and December 28th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
December 25, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on December 25, 1997 was Something About The Way You Look Tonight by Elton John, according to the music chart for the week December 22nd and December 28th.
December 25, 1997: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on December 25, 1997 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 22nd and December 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Elton John - Something About The Way You Look Tonight
- Elton John - Candle In The Wind 1997
- LeAnn Rimes - How Do I Live
- Usher - You Make Me Wanna..
- Janet - Together Again
December 25, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on December 25, 1997 was Perfect Day by Various Artists, according to the music chart for the week December 22nd and December 28th.
December 25, 1997: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on December 25, 1997 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 22nd and December 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Various Artists - Perfect Day
- Teletubbies - Teletubbies Say Eh-Oh!
- Aqua - Barbie Girl
- All Saints - Never Ever
- Boyzone - Baby Can I Hold You / Shooting Star
December 25, 1997: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on December 25, 1997 was A Song For Mama by Boyz II Men, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 22nd and December 28th.
December 25, 1997: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on December 25, 1997 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 22nd and December 28th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Boyz II Men - A Song For Mama
- LSG - My Body
- Dru Hill - We're Not Making Love No More
- Usher - You Make Me Wanna...
- Next - Butta Love
December 25, 1997: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on December 25, 1997 was En El Jardin by Alejandro Fernandez Featuring Gloria Estefan, according to the Latin music chart for the week December 22nd and December 28th.
December 25, 1997: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on December 25, 1997 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week December 22nd and December 28th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Alejandro Fernandez Featuring Gloria Estefan - En El Jardin
- Marc Anthony - Y Hubo Alguien
- Alejandro Fernandez - Si Tu Supieras
- Vicente Fernandez - Nos Estorbo La Ropa
- Ana Gabriel - A Pesar De Todos
December 25, 1997: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on December 25, 1997 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Finding North
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Tanya Wexler
Starring: Wendy Makkena, John Benjamin Hickey, Jonathan Walker, Anne Bobby
Un grand cri d'amour
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Josiane Balasko
Starring: Josiane Balasko, Richard Berry, Daniel Prévost, Daniel Ceccaldi
Firestorm
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Dean Semler
Starring: Howie Long, Scott Glenn, William Forsythe, Suzy Amis
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
The Education of Little Tree
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Richard Friedenberg
Starring: James Cromwell, Joseph Ashton, Tantoo Cardinal, Mika Boorem
December 25, 1997: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on December 25, 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:
Robot Wars
Release year: 1997
Directed by: William L. Stewart
Stella Street
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Peter Richardson
Bed & Breakfast
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Marcio Garcia
Sleepwalkers
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Mick Garris
Vampire Princess Miyu
Release year: 1997
December 25, 1997: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on December 25, 1997 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Comanche Moon
By: Larry McMurtry
This novel is the final volume in an epic four-volume series that began with Larry McMurty’s Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece Lonesome Dove. It's a capstone to a long tradition of storytelling.
Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil
By: John Berendt
In the early morning hours of May 2, 1981, shots rang out from Savannah's grandest mansion. Is it murder? Or self-defense? The shooting and its aftermath were heard throughout the hauntingly beautiful city of shaded squares and moss-hung oaks for …
Memoirs of a Geisha
By: Arthur Golden
This is the story of a literary sensation and a runaway bestseller.
The Matarese Countdown
By: Robert Ludlum
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER: "First-rate suspense People Twenty years ago, top agents of the CIA and KGB joined forces to bring down Matarese Circle. This international cabal was a crossroads of the CIA, KGB, and the CIA.
Citizen Soldiers
By: Stephen E. Ambrose
Stephen E. Ambrose is the bestselling author of Band of Brothers, and D-Day. This inspiring story tells the inspiring story of ordinary men in the U.S. Army in northwest Europe, from the day after D-Day to the end of World …
December 25, 1997: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on December 25, 1997 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Everybody's Golf
Evolution: The Game of Intelligent Life
Atlantis: The Lost Tales
Dilbert's Desktop Games
Elemental Gearbolt
Who was the US President on December 25, 1997?
On December 25, 1997 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 25, 1997?
On December 25, 1997 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on December 25, 1997?
On December 25, 1997 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about December 25th?
December 25th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 25th day of the month of December. 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 December 25th, such as:
- 2018 - War in afghanistan: according to the afghan health ministry, at least 43 people were killed in yesterday's attack on kabul's government building by a suicide bomber with three other gunmen. none of the attackers claimed responsibility.
- 2017 - Afghanistan war (2001-present). a suicide bomber kills 10 near kabul's national directorate of security headquarters. amaq news agency claims that isil was responsible for the attack.
- 2016 - Pope francis appeals for peace during a christmas mass at the vatican.
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 December 1997?
December 1997 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th 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.
