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August 27, 1997 was the 239th day of the year 1997, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is August 27, 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 27, 1997, who was born and died on August 27, 1997, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 27, 1997, which were the most popular songs (ex. Mo Money, Mo Problems by The Notorious B.I.G.), movies (e.g. Boogie Nights, directed by Paul Thomas Anderson), TV series (e.g. Noah'S Ark) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 27th, 1997 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 27, 1997?
- August 27, 1997: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 27, 1997: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 27, 1997?
- August 27, 1997: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 27, 1997: What famous people died on that day?
- August 27, 1997: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 27, 1997: Number 1 song on that day
- August 27, 1997: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 27, 1997: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 27, 1997: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 27, 1997: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 27, 1997?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 27, 1997?
- Who was the Pope on August 27, 1997?
What day of the week was August 27, 1997?
August 27, 1997 was a Wednesday and it was the 239th day of the year 1997 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 27, 1997 can also be written as 8/27/1997 in the US and as 27/8/1997 in UK and Europe.
August 27, 1997: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 27th is Virgo.
Virgo is the 6th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between August 23rd and September 22nd belong to the Virgo sign: discover Virgo personality and who should a Virgo 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 27, 1997: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 27, 1997 is Ox and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 27th, 1997 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 27, 1997: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 27, 1997 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 27, 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 27, 1997 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 15% full, rising at 01:26 am and setting at 04:53 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 18, 1997 while the next full moon would come on Sep 16, 1997.
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Who was born on August 27, 1997?
Famous people born on August 27, 1997:
- Maty Moraes
Brazilian professional footballer known for his skills as a goalkeeper.
- Drew Gilchrist
Youtube star.
- Laurynas Birutis
- Malik Harris
- Eirik Haugan
- Kári Jónsson
- Yukako Kawai
- Erik McCoy
- Willian Pozo
- Niek Roozen
- Lucas Paquetá
- Ufuk Akyol
- Kirill Beljaev
- Kijell Medina
- Isak Danielson
Whose famous birthday is on August 27th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 27th:
![Aaron Paul]()
Aaron PaulAaron Paul is an Emmy Award-winning actor known for his role as Jesse Pinkman in the TV series Breaking Bad.
![Tom Ford]()
Tom FordFord, an american fashion designer and entrepreneur, started his career as an actor.
![Paul Reubens]()
Paul ReubensAmerican comedian, better known as pee wee herman.
![Tuesday Weld]()
Tuesday WeldAmerican actress, who was 21 years old, had appeared in over 100 tv shows and a dozen movies.
![Peter Stormare]()
Peter StormareSwedish actor, director, and playwright.
![Neha Dhupia]()
Neha DhupiaIndian actress and model.
![Chandra Wilson]()
Chandra WilsonChandra Wilson is an American actress known for her role as Dr. Miranda Bailey on the TV series Grey's Anatomy.
![Harry Reems]()
Harry ReemsAmerican porn actor (d. 2013).
![Antonia Fraser]()
Antonia FraserEnglish author of historical biographies and detective stories, as well as a variety of mysteries and magazine articles.
![Martha Raye]()
Martha RayeAmerican entertainer.
August 27, 1997: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 26 years 7 months old,
or 319 months and 30 days old,
or 1391 weeks and 2 days old,
or 9739 days old,
if you were born on August 27, 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 27, 1997?
There are 123 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday August 27th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 27, 1997?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 27, 1997.
August 27, 1997: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 27, 1997:
- Brandon Tartikoff
American screenwriter and producer (d. 1997).
- Jeep Swenson
Actor, batman & robin, dies at 40 from heart failure.
- Sotiria Bellou
Greek singer (born 1921).
- Sally Blane
- Johannes Edfelt
What famous deaths happened on August 27th?
Famous deaths on August 27th:
![Jinx Falkenburg]()
Jinx FalkenburgAmerican actress known for her work in films and television.
![Greg Morris]()
Greg MorrisAmerican actor.
![Gracie Allen]()
Gracie AllenAmerican comedian and actress (born 1895).
- Gabbie Petito
Gabbie Petito was an American vlogger whose disappearance and death gained widespread media attention.
- Bharat Ratna
Bharat Ratna was an Indian statesman and the first Prime Minister of India.
- Rishikesh Mukherjee
Renowned Indian film director known for his realistic and humanistic approach to filmmaking.
- Margaret Bourke-White
Margaret Bourke-White was an American photographer and photojournalist who is best known for her work documenting the Great Depression and...
- Haile Selassie
Haile selassie was the emperor of ethiopia and a prominent figure in the pan-african movement, known for his efforts to modernize ethiopia...
- Jaysiah Washington
Jaysiah Washington was a prominent civil rights activist who fought for racial equality and social justice in the United States.
- Tryson Wapakhabulo
Renowned diplomat known for his international contributions.
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August 27, 1997: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 27, 1997:
- Moldova - Independence Day (from the USSR, 1991)
- Roman festivals - Volturnalia held in honor of Volturnus
- RC Saints - Saint Monica of Hippo
August 27, 1997: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 27, 1997 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 25th and August 31st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 27, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 27, 1997 was Mo Money, Mo Problems by The Notorious B.I.G., according to the music chart for the week August 25th and August 31st.
August 27, 1997: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 27, 1997 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 25th and August 31st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Notorious B.I.G. - Mo Money, Mo Problems
- Puff Daddy & Faith Evans - I'll Be Missing You
- The Backstreet Boys - Quit Playing Games (With My Heart)
- Third Eye Blind - Semi-Charmed Life
- The Spice Girls - 2 Become 1
August 27, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 27, 1997 was I'll Be Missing You by Puff Daddy & Faith Evans, according to the music chart for the week August 25th and August 31st.
August 27, 1997: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 27, 1997 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 25th and August 31st. 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 27, 1997: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 27, 1997 was Never Make A Promise by Dru Hill, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 25th and August 31st.
August 27, 1997: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 27, 1997 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 25th and August 31st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Dru Hill - Never Make A Promise
- Usher - You Make Me Wanna...
- 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
- Magoo And Timbaland - Up Jumps Da Boogie
August 27, 1997: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on August 27, 1997 was Miente by Enrique Iglesias, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 25th and August 31st.
August 27, 1997: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on August 27, 1997 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 25th and August 31st. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Enrique Iglesias - Miente
- Luis Miguel - Por Debajo De La Mesa
- Jordi - Desesperadamente Enamorado
- Los Tigres del Norte - Jefe De Jefes
- Intocable - Vivir Sin Ellas
August 27, 1997: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 27, 1997 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Boogie Nights
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Paul Thomas Anderson
Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Julianne Moore, Burt Reynolds, Luis Guzmán
Country: United States of America
Gattaca
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Andrew Niccol
Starring: Ethan Hawke, Uma Thurman, Jude Law, Gore Vidal
Country: United States of America
Cube
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Vincenzo Natali
Starring: Nicole de Boer, Maurice Dean Wint, David Hewlett, Andrew Miller
Country: United States of America
Eve's Bayou
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Kasi Lemmons
Starring: Samuel L. Jackson, Jurnee Smollett-Bell, Meagan Good, Lynn Whitfield
Kiss the Girls
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Gary Fleder
Starring: Morgan Freeman, Ashley Judd, Cary Elwes, Alex McArthur
August 27, 1997: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 27, 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:
Noah's Ark
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Diane Paloma Eskenazi
Tiger Bay
Release year: 1997
Directed by: J. Lee Thompson
Happy Camp
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Josh Anthony
The New Batman Adventures
Release year: 1997
Written by: Bob Kane
Starring: Kevin Conroy, Tara Strong, Mathew Valencia, Efrem Zimbalist Jr.
Country: United States of America
Between Brothers
Release year: 1997
Written by: Barry O'Brien, Cheryl Alu
Starring: Kadeem Hardison, Dondre Whitfield, Kelly Perine, Rachael Crawford
Country: United States of America
August 27, 1997: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 27, 1997 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Man Who Listens To Horses
By: Monty Roberts
Monty Roberts, a horse whisperer and American pioneer, is the real thing. His gentle Join-Up(r), training method shows how deep communication can be between man-and-animal.
Unnatural Exposure
By: Patricia Cornwell
Kay Scarpetta is a psychopath who has an intimate knowledge about death. She also has many plans to kill Kay Scarpetta.
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 …
Power Of A Woman
By: Barbara Taylor Bradford
There's always too much to lose, no matter how many women have, Stephanie Jardine is at a high point in her career and life, running the American branch Jardine's.
The Laws of Our Fathers
By: Scott Turow
A random drive-by shooting kills a woman in Kindle County. This woman is the ex-wife a prominent senator, and an old friend of Judge Sonia Klonsky on whose desk this case was filed.
August 27, 1997: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 27, 1997 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Carmen Sandiego's Great Chase Through Time
Castlevania Legends
Achtung Spitfire!
Lego Island
Test Drive 4
Who was the US President on August 27, 1997?
On August 27, 1997 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 27, 1997?
On August 27, 1997 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on August 27, 1997?
On August 27, 1997 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 27th?
August 27th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 27th 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 27th, such as:
- 2018 - United states free trade agreements, mexico-united states relations. the united states and mexico agree on key terms in the north american free trade agreement. canada has not yet signed the agreement.
- 2017 - Rohingya insurgency, western myanmar: 2016-17 northern rakhine state violences, 2016-17 rohingya persecutions in myanmar: dozens fleeing violence in rakhine state have been detained by bangladeshi authorities and burmese officials after trying to cross the border between myanmar and bangladesh. many were on their way to kutupalong refugee camp in ukhia (bangladesh), where they were mostly inhabited rohingya refugees.
- 2016 - Paraguayan people's army insurgency: eight paraguayan army soldiers are killed by insurgents from the suspected paraguayan people's army epp, just outside arroyito in northern paraguay.
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.
