Wednesday October 08, 1997: on this day
About October 8th, 1997, in brief:
- Day of the week: October 8th, 1997 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Famous Birthdays: Matt Damon, Bruno Mars
- Moon Phase: First Quarter
- #1 US song: Something About The Way You Look Tonight by Elton John
- #1 UK song: Something About The Way You Look / Candle In The Wind by Elton John
- Popular movie: A Life Less Ordinary directed by Danny Boyle
More about October 8th, 1997? See below for more news and curiosities on October 8th, 1997.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 08, 1997?
- October 08, 1997: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 08, 1997: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 08, 1997?
- How old is someone born on October 08, 1997?
- October 08, 1997: What famous people died on that day?
- October 08, 1997: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 08, 1997: Number 1 song on that day
- October 08, 1997: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 08, 1997: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 08, 1997: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- October 08, 1997: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 08, 1997?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 08, 1997?
- Who was the Pope on October 08, 1997?
What day of the week was October 08, 1997?
October 08, 1997 was a Wednesday and it was the 281st day of the year 1997 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 08, 1997 can also be written as 10/8/1997 in the US and as 8/10/1997 in UK and Europe.
October 08, 1997: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 8th is Libra.
Libra is the 7th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between September 23rd and October 22nd belong to the Libra sign: discover Libra personality and who should a Libra marry.
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 08, 1997: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 08, 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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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 8th, 1997 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 08, 1997: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 08, 1997 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 08, 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 October 08, 1997 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 46% full, rising at 01:16 pm and setting at 11:25 pm.
The previous full moon was on Sep 16, 1997 while the next full moon would come on Oct 16, 1997.
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Who was born on October 08, 1997?
Famous people born on October 08, 1997:
![Bella Thorne]()
Bella ThorneBella thorne is an american actress and model known for her roles in disney channel's 'shake it up' and the film 'the duff'.
- Oluwaferanmi Aina
Professional footballer known for his defensive skills.
- Bella
Bella Thorne is an American actress known for her roles in various films and TV shows.
- Fernanda Contreras Gómez
Mexican tennis player.
- Connor Carmody
American actor.
- Jotta A
Gospel singer.
- Tina Tamashiro
Japanese actress and model.
- Gabriel Bordier
- Steven Bergwijn
- Raúl Uche
- Honoya Shoji
Whose famous birthday is on October 8th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 8th:
![Matt Damon]()
Matt DamonAmerican actor and the author of "good will hunting," a movie script he wrote with his friend ben affleck.
![Bruno Mars]()
Bruno MarsAmerican singer, songwriter and record producer.
![Nick Cannon]()
Nick CannonNick cannon is an american rapper, actor, and comedian known for his roles in films such as drumline and his work as the host of america's...
![Raaj Kumar]()
Raaj KumarRaaj kumar was an indian film actor known for his powerful and intense performances in hindi cinema.
![Sigourney Weaver]()
Sigourney WeaverAmerican actress, whose first hit was 1979's science-fiction thriller "alien.
![Paul Hogan]()
Paul HoganAustralian screenwriter and actor who is most well-known for his first feature film "crocodile dandee" and its sequel, "crocodile dandee ii.
![Chevy Chase]()
Chevy ChaseAmerican comedian and actor, who started as a writer.
![Stephanie Zimbalist]()
Stephanie ZimbalistMovie actress.
![Claude Jade]()
Claude JadeOne of the most prominent actresses of france's new wave, well-known for her roles in truffaut’s trilogy: "baisers vola (c)s", and "domicile...
![Mike Mizanin]()
Mike MizaninAmerican wrestler.
How old is someone born on October 08, 1997?
Someone born on October 08, 1997 is:
26 years 7 months old,
or 319 months and 13 days old,
or 1388 weeks and 6 days old,
or 9722 days old,
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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 08, 1997?
There are 140 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday October 8th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 08, 1997?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on October 08, 1997.
October 08, 1997: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 08, 1997:
- Austin Coates
Austin Coates was a British author and diplomat known for his works on Asian history and culture.
- Bertrand Goldberg
The marina city building (d. 1997) was designed by an american architect.
- Brown Meggs
Capitol records ceo, dies at 66 from a brain hemorhage.
- Georges Montaron
- Ernesto Uruchurtu Peralta
- Ernesto P. Uruchurtu
- Gilles Boulet
What famous deaths happened on October 8th?
Famous deaths on October 8th:
![Fernando Lamas]()
Fernando LamasArgentinian-american actor, singer, and director (d. 1982).
![Phyllis Calvert]()
Phyllis CalvertBritish actress (born 1915).
![Nigel Bruce]()
Nigel BruceBritish actor (d. 1953).
![Eduardo Ciannelli]()
Eduardo CiannelliItalian actor, who started his career in opera baritone on the continent and italy.
- Willy Brandt
German lawyer and politician, 4th chancellor of germany, nobel prize laureate (b. 1913).
- Reford
Renowned Canadian architect known for his work on the Jardins de Métis.
- Jacques Derrida
Influential French philosopher known for developing deconstruction theory.
- Marianita May
Renowned American author known for her novels and short stories.
- Naftula Herz Imber
Author of the lyrics of the Israeli national anthem, Hatikvah.
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October 08, 1997: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on October 08, 1997:
- French Republican Calendar - Citrouille (Pumpkin) Day, seventeenth day in the Month of VendTmiaire
- Also see October 8 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- Bolivia - reportedly, Che Guevara is honoured on this day at which he was captured in La Higuera, as San Ernesto, answering prayers for rain.
- Wales and Cornwall - Saint Keyne
- RC Saints - Saint Susan of Blois
Observances on October 08, 1997:
- World Migratory Bird Day [UNEP]
October 08, 1997: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 08, 1997 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 6th and October 12th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
October 08, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 08, 1997 was Something About The Way You Look Tonight by Elton John, according to the music chart for the week October 6th and October 12th.
October 08, 1997: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 08, 1997 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 6th and October 12th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Elton John - Something About The Way You Look Tonight
- Elton John - Candle In The Wind 1997
- Boyz II Men - 4 Seasons Of Loneliness
- LeAnn Rimes - How Do I Live
- Usher - You Make Me Wanna..
October 08, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 08, 1997 was Something About The Way You Look / Candle In The Wind by Elton John, according to the music chart for the week October 6th and October 12th.
October 08, 1997: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 08, 1997 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 6th and October 12th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Elton John - Something About The Way You Look / Candle In The Wind
- Dario G - Sunchyme
- Chumbawamba - Tubthumping
- Backstreet Boys - As Long As You Love Me
- Sash! featuring La Trec - Stay
October 08, 1997: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 08, 1997 was You Make Me Wanna... by Usher, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 6th and October 12th.
October 08, 1997: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 08, 1997 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 6th and October 12th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Usher - You Make Me Wanna...
- Boyz II Men - 4 Seasons Of Loneliness
- Somethin' For The People Featuring Trina & Tamara - My Love Is The Shhh!
- Brian McKnight Featuring Mase - You Should Be Mine (Don't Waste Your Time)
- Mariah Carey - Honey
October 08, 1997: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on October 08, 1997 was La Venia Bendita by Marco Antonio Solis, according to the Latin music chart for the week October 6th and October 12th.
October 08, 1997: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on October 08, 1997 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week October 6th and October 12th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Marco Antonio Solis - La Venia Bendita
- Alejandro Fernandez - Si Tu Supieras
- Cristian - Lo Mejor De Mi
- Jordi - Desesperadamente Enamorado
- Juan Gabriel - Te Sigo Amando
October 08, 1997: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 08, 1997 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
October 08, 1997: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 08, 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:
The Atheist Experience
Release year: 1997
Starring: Matt Dillahunty, Tracie Harris
Country: United States of America
Science Court
Release year: 1997
Starring: Jennifer Harrison, H. Jon Benjamin, Bill Braudis, Micaela Hebert
Country: United States of America
October 08, 1997: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 08, 1997 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Millionaire Next Door
By: Thomas J. Stanley and William D. Danko
The Millionaire Next Door, a bestseller, identifies seven traits that are common among people who have accumulated wealth.
Special Delivery
By: Danielle Steel
Danielle Steel's novel explores the joy and challenge of new beginnings and the occasional absurdity of them. It tells the story about two people who fall in love when they least expect it.
The God Of Small Things
By: Arundhati Roy
Arundhati's debut novel has been compared favorably with Dickens and Faulkner. It is a modern classic that has been loved and read by millions.
Angela's Ashes
By: Frank McCourt
Angela's Ashes, Frank McCourt's bestselling memoir about his childhood in Ireland, is a Pulitzer Prize winner and #1 New York Times Bestseller.
Underworld
By: Don DeLillo
A finalist for the National Book Award, Don DeLillo's most powerful and riveting novel--"a great American novel, a masterpiece, a thrilling page-turner" (San Francisco Chronicle)--Underworld is about the second half of
October 08, 1997: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on October 08, 1997 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Extreme-G
101 Dalmatians: Escape from DeVil Manor
Excalibur 2555 AD
GoldenEye 007
Final Fantasy VII
Who was the US President on October 08, 1997?
On October 08, 1997 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 08, 1997?
On October 08, 1997 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on October 08, 1997?
On October 08, 1997 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about October 8th?
October 8th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 8th 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 8th, such as:
- 2018 - Libyan civil war (2014-present); the rise of terrorism in egypt: a libyan national army operation at derna results with the capture of hesham ashmawy. hesham ashmawy is one of egypt's most wanted militants.
- 2017 - Rohingya persecution (2016-present). a refugee boat on its way to bangladesh from myanmar capssizes, leading to at least 12 deaths.
- 2016 - Saudi arabian-led intervention into yemen: saudi-led coalition aircraft launch airstrikes against civilians at the funeral for the father of houthi government's interior minister in sana'a. at least 140 people were killed and over 500 others were injured. abdul-qader hilal, the mayor of sana'a is among the dead. (the independent), (bbc),
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 October 1997?
October 1997 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.
