Sunday August 24, 1997: on this day

August 24, 1997 was the 236th day of the year 1997, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is August 24, 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 24, 1997, who was born and died on August 24, 1997, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 24, 1997, which were the most popular songs (ex. I'll Be Missing You by Puff Daddy & Faith Evans), movies (e.g. The Game, directed by David Fincher), TV series (e.g. Tiger Bay) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 24th, 1997 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 24, 1997?


August 24, 1997 was a Sunday and it was the 236th day of the year 1997 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 24, 1997 can also be written as 8/24/1997 in the US and as 24/8/1997 in UK and Europe.

August 24, 1997 in August 1997 calendar

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August 24, 1997: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 24, 1997:

  • 97th us golf amateur championship won by joel kribel
  • Colleen wakjer wins star bank lpga classic
  • Greg norman wins world series of golf shooting 273
  • Mark calcavecchia wins greater vancouver golf open shooting 265

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August 24, 1997: What were the main match results that day?

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

  • Molenbeek - Aalst : 1 - 1

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

  • Hamburg - Bayern Munich : 0 - 2

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Dusseldorf - Unterhaching : 1 - 1
  • Freiburg - Leipzig : 5 - 2
  • Nurnberg - CZ Jena : 1 - 3
  • Wattenscheid - Meppen : 1 - 1
  • Zwickau - St Pauli : 4 - 0

Division 1 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • West Brom - Wolves : 1 - 0
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August 24, 1997: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 24th 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 24, 1997: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 24, 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 August 24th, 1997 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 24, 1997: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 24, 1997 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 24, 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 24, 1997 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 43% full, rising at 11:10 pm and setting at 02:19 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 24, 1997?


Famous people born on August 24, 1997:

  • Alan Walker

    Alan walker is a british-norwegian dj and record producer known for his single 'faded' and his signature mask.

  • Payton Ackerman

    Payton ackerman is a dancer known for her appearances on the reality tv show dance moms.

  • Chelsea O'Donnell

    American celebrity adopted child of rosie o'donnell, lesbian tv star.

  • Yulián Gómez
  • Xavier Jones
  • Gavriel Kanichowsky
  • Nicla Mosetti
  • Gastón Roselló
  • Szymon Sajnok
  • Karol Robak
  • Lamine Ba
  • Amber Bongard
  • Han Hye-ri

Whose famous birthday is on August 24th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 24th:

  • Dave Chappelle
    Dave Chappelle

    Dave chappelle is an american comedian and actor known for his stand-up comedy and the chappelle's show.

  • Rupert Grint
    Rupert Grint

    Rupert grint is a british actor best known for his role as ron weasley in the harry potter film series.

  • Chad Michael Murray
    Chad Michael Murray

    Chad michael murray is an american actor and former fashion model, best known for his roles in the television series one tree hill and the...

  • Paulo Coelho
    Paulo Coelho

    Brazilian esoteric author.

  • Stephen Fry
    Stephen Fry

    British actor, comedian, and writer known for his wit and humor.

  • Martha Higareda
    Martha Higareda

    Martha higareda is a mexican actress known for her roles in popular films and tv shows such as 'altered carbon' and 'no manches frida'.

  • Anne Archer
    Anne Archer

    American actress.

  • Marlee Matlin
    Marlee Matlin

    American actress, winner of the oscar for best actress in 1985's "children of a lesser god" her film credits include "the man in the golden...

  • Pia Degermark
    Pia Degermark

    Swedish actress.

  • Takashi Miike
    Takashi Miike

    Japanese screenwriter and producer of japanese actors.

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August 24, 1997: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 26 years 7 months old,

or 319 months and 4 days old,

or 1387 weeks and 4 days old,

or 9713 days old,

if you were born on August 24, 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 24, 1997?

There are 149 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 24th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 24, 1997?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 24, 1997.

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August 24, 1997: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 24, 1997:

  • Luigi Villoresi

    Italian race car driver (d. 1997).

  • Phillip Humphrey Vellacott

    The classicist dies at 90.

  • Louis Essen
  • Tete Montoliu
  • Zofia Rydet
  • Hardial Bains
  • Davide Ancilotto
  • Piero Camporesi
  • Walter George Dürst
  • Accursio Di Leo

What famous deaths happened on August 24th?

Famous deaths on August 24th:

  • Richard Attenborough
    Richard Attenborough

    English actor, director, producer, and entrepreneur.

  • Julie Harris
    Julie Harris

    American actress who rose to fame on the stage in 1945.

  • Louis Prima
    Louis Prima

    American actor and trumpet player (d. 1978).

  • Jane Greer
    Jane Greer

    American singer and actress (d. 2001).

  • Jay Thomas
    Jay Thomas

    American actor, comedian, and radio talk show host (b. 1948).

  • Amanda Randolph
    Amanda Randolph

    Actress (danny thomas amos n andy), is killed at 65.

  • Charlie Watts

    Charlie watts is a renowned drummer best known for being a member of the legendary rock band the rolling stones.

  • Sakae Mutsu

    Japanese statesman and diplomat.

  • Delancey

    Prominent loyalist during the American Revolution.

  • Felis Topolski

    Polish-British artist known for his murals and paintings.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 24th

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August 24, 1997: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 24, 1997:

  • Liberia: Flag Day
  • RC Saints - Feast day of Saint Bartholomew
  • Roman festivals - first of the 3 days on which the mundus was opened
  • Ukraine: National Holiday, independence from Russia (1991)
  • Sierra Leone: President's Birthday
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August 24, 1997: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 24, 1997 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 18th and August 24th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 24, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 24, 1997 was I'll Be Missing You by Puff Daddy & Faith Evans, according to the music chart for the week August 18th and August 24th.

August 24, 1997: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 24, 1997 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 18th and August 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - I'll Be Missing You
  2. - Mo Money, Mo Problems
  3. - Quit Playing Games (With My Heart)
  4. - Semi-Charmed Life
  5. - 2 Become 1

August 24, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 24, 1997 was I'll Be Missing You by Puff Daddy & Faith Evans, according to the music chart for the week August 18th and August 24th.

August 24, 1997: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 24, 1997 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 18th and August 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - I'll Be Missing You
  2. - Men In Black
  3. - Freed From Desire
  4. - Everybody (Backstreet's Back)
  5. - Picture Of You

August 24, 1997: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 24, 1997 was Never Make A Promise by Dru Hill, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 18th and August 24th.

August 24, 1997: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 24, 1997 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 18th and August 24th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Never Make A Promise
  2. - Mo Money Mo Problems
  3. - Not Tonight
  4. - You Make Me Wanna...
  5. - I'll Be Missing You

August 24, 1997: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on August 24, 1997 was Miente by Enrique Iglesias, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 18th and August 24th.

August 24, 1997: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on August 24, 1997 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 18th and August 24th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Miente
  2. - Por Debajo De La Mesa
  3. - Desesperadamente Enamorado
  4. - El Tucanazo
  5. - Mi Ultimo Adios

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August 24, 1997: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 24, 1997 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Game

The Game

Release year: 1997

Directed by: David Fincher

Starring: Michael Douglas, Deborah Kara Unger, Sean Penn, James Rebhorn

Country: United States of America

Orgazmo

Orgazmo

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Trey Parker

Starring: Trey Parker, Dian Bachar, Robyn Lynne Raab, Michael Dean Jacobs

Country: United States of America

The Wings of the Dove

The Wings of the Dove

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Iain Softley

Starring: Helena Bonham Carter, Linus Roache, Alex Jennings, Charlotte Rampling

Suicide Kings

Suicide Kings

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Peter O'Fallon

Starring: Christopher Walken, Denis Leary, Sean Patrick Flanery, Mark Watson

One Night Stand

One Night Stand

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Mike Figgis

Starring: Wesley Snipes, Nastassja Kinski, Kyle MacLachlan, Ming-Na Wen

August 24, 1997: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 24, 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:

Tiger Bay

Tiger Bay

Release year: 1997

Directed by: J. Lee Thompson

Happy Camp

Happy Camp

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Josh Anthony

Science Court

Science Court

Release year: 1997

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

Country: United States of America

August 24, 1997: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 24, 1997 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Brain Droppings by George Carlin

Brain Droppings

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George Carlin is more famous than ever with hundreds of sold out concerts every year, 20 albums, two Grammys and two Cable ACE Awards.

London by Edward Rutherfurd

London

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"A TOUR DE FORCE" . . LONDON TRACKS THE HISTORY OF THE ENGLISH CAPITAL FROM THE DAYS OF THE CELTS UNTIL THE PRESENT TIME.

Cold Mountain by Charles Frazier

Cold Mountain

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Charles Frazier's debut novel Cold Mountain, published in 1997, made publishing history. It reached the top of The New York Times bestseller list for sixty-one consecutive weeks. It also won many literary awards including the National Book Award. The book …

Chasing Cezanne by Peter Mayle

Chasing Cezanne

By:

Peter Mayle's novel is filled with humour and fizz about the international art scene. He flew us to the south of France, a region that some consider "the sands of time".

Power Of A Woman by Barbara Taylor Bradford

Power Of A Woman

By:

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.

August 24, 1997: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 24, 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

DemonStar

DemonStar

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Shoot 'em up

Publisher: Mountain King Studios

Chaos Island: The Lost World

Chaos Island: The Lost World

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Real-time strategy

F-22: Air Dominance Fighter

F-22: Air Dominance Fighter

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Combat flight simulator

Publisher: Infogrames

Darkstalkers 3

Darkstalkers 3

Platform: Arcade, PlayStation, Sega Saturn, PlayStation Network

Genre: Fighting game

Publisher: Capcom

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Who was the US President on August 24, 1997?

On August 24, 1997 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 24, 1997?

On August 24, 1997 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on August 24, 1997?

On August 24, 1997 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about August 24th?

August 24th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 24th 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 24th, such as:

  • 2018 - Spanish government approves a decree amending the historical memory law that allows the government to exhume francisco franco’s remains from valle de los caidos.
  • 2017 - Archaeology in israel: an archaeological mosaic from the 6th century, dated to justinian i's rule, was discovered while installing communication cables inside jerusalem's old city.
  • 2016 - Syrian civil war: us-backed rebels and the turkish armed forces join forces to take jarabulus from isil. to prevent isil from retaking areas they will not retreat from, the turkish land forces are also bombarding ypg positions.

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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 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.

Discover how August 1997 calendar looked like.

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