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October 17, 1999 was the 290th day of the year 1999, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Sunday.
Is October 17, 1999 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on October 17, 1999, who was born and died on October 17, 1999, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 17, 1999, which were the most popular songs (ex. Heartbreaker by Mariah Carey), movies (e.g. Bringing Out the Dead, directed by Martin Scorsese), TV series (e.g. Walking With Dinosaurs) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 17th, 1999 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 17, 1999?
- October 17, 1999: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 17, 1999: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 17, 1999?
- October 17, 1999: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 17, 1999: What famous people died on that day?
- October 17, 1999: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 17, 1999: Number 1 song on that day
- October 17, 1999: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 17, 1999: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 17, 1999: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- October 17, 1999: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 17, 1999?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 17, 1999?
- Who was the Pope on October 17, 1999?
What day of the week was October 17, 1999?
October 17, 1999 was a Sunday and it was the 290th day of the year 1999 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 17, 1999 can also be written as 10/17/1999 in the US and as 17/10/1999 in UK and Europe.
October 17, 1999: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 17th is Libra.
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Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.
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October 17, 1999: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 17, 1999 is Rabbit and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 17th, 1999 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 17, 1999: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 17, 1999 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 17, 1999 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 October 17, 1999 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 55% full, rising at 02:13 pm and setting at 12:10 am.
The previous full moon was on Sep 25, 1999 while the next full moon would come on Oct 24, 1999.
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Who was born on October 17, 1999?
Famous people born on October 17, 1999:
- Victor Bogaciuc
- Juan Cruz Franzoni
- Nikita Sergeev
- José Hugo
- Balázs Szép
- Joshua Williams
Whose famous birthday is on October 17th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 17th:
![Smita Patil]()
Smita PatilRenowned Indian actress known for her impactful performances in Hindi and Marathi cinema.
![Felicity Jones]()
Felicity JonesFelicity Jones is an English actress known for her roles in films such as The Theory of Everything, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, and On the...
![Wyclef Jean]()
Wyclef JeanWyclef jean is a musician, rapper, and actor known for being a member of the hip-hop group the fugees and for his solo career as a musician.
![Montgomery Clift]()
Montgomery CliftRenowned actor known for his roles in classic films like 'A Place in the Sun'.
![Rob Marshall]()
Rob MarshallAmerican choreographer and director producer.
![Margot Kidder]()
Margot KidderMargot kidder was a canadian-american actress best known for her iconic role as lois lane in the superman film series.
![Evel Knievel]()
Evel KnievelAmerican daredevil and modern-day gladiator, who performs daring motorcycle stunts which have nearly killed him several times.
![Mike Judge]()
Mike JudgeAmerican voice actor, cartoonist, and filmmaker.
![Jean Arthur]()
Jean ArthurAmerican singer and actress (d. 1991).
October 17, 1999: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 24 years 6 months old,
or 294 months and 2 days old,
or 1278 weeks and 5 days old,
or 8951 days old,
if you were born on October 17, 1999.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 October 17, 1999?
There are 181 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday October 17th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 17, 1999?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on October 17, 1999.
October 17, 1999: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 17, 1999:
- Nycholas Metropolis
Nycholas Metropolis was an American physicist who made significant contributions to the development of computer science and numerical...
- Franz Peter Wirth
- Alessandro Ossicini
- Nicholas Constantine Metropolis
- Vanni Scheiwiller
- Erwin Strempel
- barone Grey di Naunton Ralph Grey
- Tazio Roversi
What famous deaths happened on October 17th?
Famous deaths on October 17th:
![Danièle Delorme]()
Danièle DelormeFrench actress and producer of film, the daughter a noted painter and resistance worker andra (c) girard.
![Teresa Brewer]()
Teresa BrewerAmerican jazz and pop singer (born 1931).
![Levi Stubbs]()
Levi StubbsAmerican baritone singer (four tops) (born 1936).
![Joan Hickson]()
Joan HicksonBritish actress (born in 1906).
![John Stuart]()
John StuartActor of scottish-english descent (d. 1979).
![Anne Crawford]()
Anne CrawfordActress from israel-english (d. 1956).
- Nathanyl Chopin
Celebrated composer known for his timeless music.
- Elijah Cummings
Elijah Cummings was an American politician who served as a Democratic member of the U.S.
- Chadric Chopin
Chadric Chopin was a Polish composer and virtuoso pianist of the Romantic era, known for his innovative and expressive piano compositions.
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October 17, 1999: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on October 17, 1999:
- United States - Black Poetry Day
- UN International Day for the Eradication of Poverty
- French Republican Calendar - Aubergine (Eggplant) Day, twenty-sixth day in the Month of VendTmiaire
- Haiti - Jean-Jacques Dessalines (1806), State holiday
- R.C. Saints - Saint Ignatius of Antioch; translation of Saint Audrey (áthelthryth); Saint Richard Gwyn
October 17, 1999: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 17, 1999 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 11th and October 17th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
October 17, 1999: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 17, 1999 was Heartbreaker by Mariah Carey, according to the music chart for the week October 11th and October 17th.
October 17, 1999: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 17, 1999 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 11th and October 17th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Mariah Carey - Heartbreaker
- N'Sync - Music Of My Heart
- Santana - Smooth
- TLC - Unpretty
- Lou Bega - Mambo No. 5 (A Little Bit Of..)
October 17, 1999: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 17, 1999 was Blue (Da Ba Dee) by Eiffel 65, according to the music chart for the week October 11th and October 17th.
October 17, 1999: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 17, 1999 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 11th and October 17th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Eiffel 65 - Blue (Da Ba Dee)
- Christina Aguilera - Genie In A Bottle
- S Club 7 - S Club Party
- Shania Twain - Man! I Feel Like A Woman!
- Ann Lee - 2 Times
October 17, 1999: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 17, 1999 was Heartbreaker by Mariah Carey Featuring Jay-Z, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 11th and October 17th.
October 17, 1999: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 17, 1999 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 11th and October 17th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Mariah Carey Featuring Jay-Z - Heartbreaker
- Deborah Cox With R.L. - We Can't Be Friends
- Whitney Houston - My Love Is Your Love
- Eric Benet Featuring Tamia - Spend My Life With You
- Ideal - Get Gone
October 17, 1999: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on October 17, 1999 was Dimelo [I Need To Know] by Marc Anthony, according to the Latin music chart for the week October 11th and October 17th.
October 17, 1999: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on October 17, 1999 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week October 11th and October 17th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Marc Anthony - Dimelo [I Need To Know]
- Ricardo Montaner - El Poder De Tu Amor
- Cristian - Alguna Vez
- Luis Miguel - O Tu O Ninguna
- Jaci Velasquez - Llegar A Ti
October 17, 1999: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 17, 1999 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Bringing Out the Dead
Release year: 1999
Directed by: Martin Scorsese
Starring: Nicolas Cage, Patricia Arquette, John Goodman, Ving Rhames
Pan Tadeusz
Release year: 1999
Directed by: Andrzej Wajda
Starring: Boguslaw Linda, Daniel Olbrychski, Grazyna Szapolowska, Andrzej Seweryn
Bats
Release year: 1999
Directed by: Louis Morneau
Starring: Lou Diamond Phillips, Dina Meyer, Bob Gunton, Leon
Wo de fu qin mu qin
Release year: 1999
Directed by: Yimou Zhang
Starring: Ziyi Zhang, Honglei Sun, Hao Zheng, Yulian Zhao
The Story of Us
Release year: 1999
Directed by: Rob Reiner
Starring: Bruce Willis, Michelle Pfeiffer, Colleen Rennison, Jake Sandvig
October 17, 1999: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 17, 1999 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Walking with Dinosaurs
Release year: 1999
Starring: Kenneth Branagh
Superstar
Release year: 1999
Directed by: Bruce McCulloch
The West Wing
Release year: 1999
Written by: Aaron Sorkin
Starring: Allison Janney, John Spencer, Bradley Whitford, Martin Sheen
Country: United States of America
Spaced
Release year: 1999
Starring: Jessica Hynes, Simon Pegg, Julia Deakin, Nick Frost
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Let Them Eat Cake
Release year: 1999
Directed by: Alexis Krasilovsky
October 17, 1999: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 17, 1999 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Tuesdays With Morrie
By: Mitch Albom
Perhaps it was a grandparent or teacher or a friend. For those who are older and more patient, wiser, and can help you navigate the world, they will be able to give you sound advice and help you find your …
Hannibal
By: Thomas Harris
You remember Hannibal Lecter: gentleman, genius, cannibal. Since Dr. Lecter was released from prison, seven years have passed. He's been free since Dr. Lecter escaped from custody seven years ago.
In Pursuit Of The Proper Sinner
By: Elizabeth George
Calder Moor can be dangerous and wild. Many have been trapped there, in limestone caves or lost in copper mines. Others have been injured by gritstone ridges.
Isaac'S Storm
By: Erik Larson
National BestsellerSeptember 8, 1900 began innocently in Galveston, Texas. Isaac Cline, the resident meteorologist for America, was even there.
Dutch
By: Edmund Morris
This is the only biography that a sitting president has authorized, yet it was written with total interpretive freedom. Dutch is both revolutionary in its method and formidable in scholarship.
October 17, 1999: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on October 17, 1999 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Drop Mania
Babyz
Countdown Vampires
The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland
Crusaders of Might and Magic
Who was the US President on October 17, 1999?
On October 17, 1999 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 17, 1999?
On October 17, 1999 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on October 17, 1999?
On October 17, 1999 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about October 17th?
October 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th day of the month of October. 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 October 17th, such as:
- 2018 - Two rockets were launched by palestinians from gaza strip at israel. one landed in beersheba in the south, inflicting severe damage to a home but not injuring anyone, while the other landed in the sea.
- 2017 - Syrian civil war: battle of raqqa - the syrian democratic forces announce that the battle for isil’s de facto capital is over.
- 2016 - Iraqi civil war: the battle of mosul is announced by haider al-abadi, iraqi prime minister, and backed by the u.s.-led coalition. this battle will retake isil-held mosul which was declared the capital of the caliphate in iraq. (reuters),
What happened in 1999?
1999 was filled with very interesting events such as
- The Euro currency is introduced in 11 countries - members of the European Union (with the exception of the United Kingdom, Denmark, Greece and Sweden).
- A brutal snowstorm smashes into the Midwestern United States, causing 14 inches (359 mm) of snow at Milwaukee, Wisconsin and 19 inches (487 mm) at Chicago, Illinois. In Chicago, temperatures plunge to -13 degrees F (-25 degrees C), and 68 deaths are reported.
- Israel detains, and later expels, 14 members of Concerned Christians.
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What was the calendar for October 1999?
October 1999 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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.
