Saturday January 18, 1997: on this day

January 18, 1997 was the 18th day of the year 1997, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Saturday.

Is January 18, 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 18, 1997, who was born and died on January 18, 1997, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 18, 1997, which were the most popular songs (ex. Un-Break My Heart by Toni Braxton), movies (e.g. Once Upon a Time in China and America, directed by Sammo Kam-Bo Hung), TV series (e.g. Brass Eye) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 18th, 1997 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 18, 1997?


January 18, 1997 was a Saturday and it was the 18th day of the year 1997 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 18, 1997 can also be written as 1/18/1997 in the US and as 18/1/1997 in UK and Europe.

January 18, 1997 in January 1997 calendar

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January 18, 1997: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on January 18, 1997:

  • Boerge ousland of norway becomes the first person to cross antarctica alone and unaided.
  • Paul tsongas, american politician (senator-democrat-massachusetts), dies at age 55.
  • 47th nhl all-star game: east beat west 11-7 at san jose arena.

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January 18, 1997: What were the main match results that day?

NBA - American Basketball

  • Charlotte Hornets - New Jersey Nets : 102 - 92
  • Dallas Mavericks - Denver Nuggets : 107 - 104
  • Detroit Pistons - Los Angeles Lakers : 100 - 97
  • Golden State Warriors - Minnesota Timberwolves : 93 - 108
  • Milwaukee Bucks - Atlanta Hawks : 71 - 94

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

  • Aalst - Cercle Brugge : 4 - 2
  • Charleroi - Gent : 1 - 0
  • Club Brugge - Lierse : 2 - 4
  • Germinal - Harelbeke : 1 - 3
  • Lokeren - Mouscron : 0 - 2

La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)

  • Ath Madrid - Real Madrid : 1 - 4

La Liga Segunda Division - Football (Spain)

  • Barcelona B - Levante : 2 - 1
  • Las Palmas - Toledo : 1 - 2
  • Osasuna - Eibar : 0 - 0
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January 18, 1997: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 18th 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 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 18, 1997: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 18, 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 18th, 1997 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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January 18, 1997: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on January 18, 1997 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 18, 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 18, 1997 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 83% full, rising at 01:15 pm and setting at 03:45 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 18, 1997?


Famous people born on January 18, 1997:

  • Estelle Maskame

    Estelle Maskame is a young entrepreneur known for her successful career as a bestselling author.

  • Kevin Lavell

    Youtube star.

  • Odin Hjartarson
  • Besar Iseni
  • Bong Kalo
  • Greg Kiltie
  • Jorge Segura
  • Donát Szivacski
  • Alwyn Tera
  • D.J. Turner
  • Daniel Barlaser
  • Blair Kinghorn
  • Daisuke Sakai
  • Drew Forbes
  • Elena Bellò
  • Pantelīs Chatzīdiakos
  • Abigail Murer
  • Alessio Da Cruz
  • Emil Audero
  • Christopher Ramos de la Flor

Whose famous birthday is on January 18th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 18th:

  • Jason Segel
    Jason Segel

    Jason segel is an american actor, known for his roles in popular tv shows like how i met your mother and films like forgetting sarah...

  • Takeshi Kitano
    Takeshi Kitano

    Takeshi kitano is a japanese director and actor known for his work in the film industry, particularly for his unique style of filmmaking and...

  • Kevin Costner
    Kevin Costner

    Cool, determined american actor.

  • Cary Grant
    Cary Grant

    British-american film actor.

  • David Ayer
    David Ayer

    David ayer is a film director known for his work on movies such as training day, fury, and suicide squad.

  • Danny Kaye
    Danny Kaye

    Brooklyn, new york -- unicef/comedian / actor (show).

  • David Ruffin
    David Ruffin

    Mississippi, united states -- vocalist.

  • Jay Chou
    Jay Chou

    Taiwanese actor, director, producer, and actor.

  • Samantha Mumba
    Samantha Mumba

    Irish actress and singer-songwriter.

  • Mark Rylance
    Mark Rylance

    Mark rylance is a british actor known for his work in theater, film, and television, including his roles in 'bridge of spies' and 'dunkirk'.

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January 18, 1997: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 27 years 2 months old,

or 326 months and 30 days old,

or 1421 weeks and 4 days old,

or 9951 days old,

if you were born on January 18, 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 18, 1997?

There are 277 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday January 18th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 18, 1997?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on January 18, 1997.

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January 18, 1997: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 18, 1997:

  • Jove Bijedić

    Jove Bijedić was a Bosnian computer scientist and professor who made significant contributions to the field of artificial intelligence.

  • Antonio García Bellido

    Spanish biologist recognized for his work in the field of genetics and evolution.

  • Paul Tsongas

    American lawyer and politician (b. 1941).

  • Neville Crump

    Racehorse trainer, who dies at 86.

  • Myfanwy Piper

    At 85, a librettist dies.

  • Gerard Slevin
  • Adriana Caselotti
  • Peter van Dijk
  • Diana Lewis

What famous deaths happened on January 18th?

Famous deaths on January 18th:

  • Al Waxman
    Al Waxman

    Canadian actor who is well-known in canada for his roles in numerous tv shows.

  • Sydney Greenstreet
    Sydney Greenstreet

    Actor (conflict of maltese falcon), died at 74.

  • Gertrude Olmstead
    Gertrude Olmstead

    American actress (born 1897).

  • Wilfrid Brambell
    Wilfrid Brambell

    Irish actor and performer (d. 1985).

  • Rusty Hamer
    Rusty Hamer

    American actor and singer (d. 90).

  • Curly Howard
    Curly Howard

    American comedian and actor, member of the three stooges (d. 1952).

  • Yvonne Printemps
    Yvonne Printemps

    French actress and singer of opera, whose singing was believed to be felt in the soul.

  • Bert Wheeler
    Bert Wheeler

    Actor (rainmakers high flyers, dixiana), died at 72.

  • Raford Kipling

    Raford Kipling was a British author best known for his works of fiction, including the classic children's book 'The Jungle Book'.

  • Rayder Kipling

    Rayder Kipling was a British author known for his captivating stories, including the beloved 'The Jungle Book'.

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January 18, 1997: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on January 18, 1997:

  • Winnie The Pooh Day (In observance of the birthday of Alan Alexander Milne, 1882.)
  • Christian ecumenism - Week of Prayer for Christian Unity begins
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January 18, 1997: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on January 18, 1997 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 13th and January 19th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


January 18, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 18, 1997 was Un-Break My Heart by Toni Braxton, according to the music chart for the week January 13th and January 19th.

January 18, 1997: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on January 18, 1997 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 13th and January 19th. 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 18, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 18, 1997 was Professional Widow (It's Got To Be Big) by Tori Amos, according to the music chart for the week January 13th and January 19th.

January 18, 1997: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on January 18, 1997 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 13th and January 19th. 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 18, 1997: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 18, 1997 was I Believe I Can Fly (From "Space Jam") by R. Kelly, according to the R&B music chart for the week January 13th and January 19th.

January 18, 1997: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on January 18, 1997 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week January 13th and January 19th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - I Believe I Can Fly (From "Space Jam")
  2. - Un-Break My Heart youtube
  3. - Don't Let Go (Love)
  4. - Nobody
  5. - I Believe In You And Me (From "The Preacher's Wife")

January 18, 1997: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on January 18, 1997 was Asi Como Te Conoci by Marco Antonio Solis, according to the Latin music chart for the week January 13th and January 19th.

January 18, 1997: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on January 18, 1997 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week January 13th and January 19th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

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

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January 18, 1997: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 18, 1997 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

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

Red Meat

Red Meat

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Allison Burnett

Starring: Lara Flynn Boyle, James Frain, Dee Freeman, Jennifer Grey

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

Chasing Amy

Chasing Amy

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Kevin Smith

Starring: Ben Affleck, Joey Lauren Adams, Ethan Suplee, Scott Mosier

Country: United States of America

January 18, 1997: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 18, 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 18, 1997: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on January 18, 1997 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Falling Up by Shel Silverstein

Falling Up

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A beautiful collection of poetry and drawings by Shel Silverstein (New York Times bestseller), comes this book.

Airframe by Michael Crichton

Airframe

By:

This extraordinary thriller is by the same author as Jurassic Park, Timeline and Sphere. It concerns airline safety, business intrigue and a deadly cover up. #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

Silent Honor by Danielle Steel

Silent Honor

By:

Danielle Steel's 38th bestseller is a moving portrayal, powerful and touching, of broken families, lives, and a nation torn apart due to prejudice in a shameful episode of American history.

The Laws Of Our Fathers by Scott Turow

The Laws Of Our Fathers

By:

Scott Turow's riveting novel is set in motion by a drive-by shot of an aging white lady at a gang-plagued Kindle county housing project.

Alias Grace by Margaret Atwood

Alias Grace

By:

Alias Grace is Margaret Atwood's most compelling, disturbing and ultimately satisfying book since The Handmaid's Tale.

January 18, 1997: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on January 18, 1997 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Dreams to Reality

Dreams to Reality

Platform: Personal computer, PlayStation

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: Electronic Arts

Duckman: The Graphic Adventures of a Private Dick

Duckman: The Graphic Adventures of a Private Dick

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Graphic adventure game

Publisher: Playmates Interactive Entertainment

Fighting Bujutsu

Fighting Bujutsu

Platform: Arcade

Genre: 3D Versus Fighting

Publisher: Konami

Excalibur 2555 AD

Excalibur 2555 AD

Platform: PlayStation, Windows

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: Sir-Tech

Dual Heroes

Dual Heroes

Platform: Nintendo 64

Genre: Fighting

Publisher: Hudson Soft Electro Brain

history

Who was the US President on January 18, 1997?

On January 18, 1997 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 18, 1997?

On January 18, 1997 the UK Prime Minister was Sir John Major (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on January 18, 1997?

On January 18, 1997 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about January 18th?

January 18th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 18th 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 18th, such as:

  • 2019 - Syrian civil war: 15 people are killed and 20 injured in a massive explosion at a tahrir al-sham facility in idlib. the attack was reportedly carried out using a car bomb.
  • 2018 - Emirates airlines announces a purchase order for 36 airbus a380s. emirates, which has a fleet of more than 100 aircraft, is the largest aircraft operator.
  • 2017 - Northern mali conflict: a suicide bomber explodes a vehicle laden with explosives at a military camp near gao, mali. this is mali's most deadly terrorist attack.

Find out more about January 18th

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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.

Saturday January 18, 1997