Monday May 05, 1997: on this day

May 05, 1997 was the 125th day of the year 1997, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Monday.

Is May 05, 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 May 05, 1997, who was born and died on May 05, 1997, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 05, 1997, which were the most popular songs (ex. Hypnotize by The Notorious B.I.G.), movies (e.g. The Lost World: Jurassic Park, directed by Steven Spielberg), TV series (e.g. Knights Of Ramune) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 5th, 1997 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 05, 1997?


May 05, 1997 was a Monday and it was the 125th day of the year 1997 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 05, 1997 can also be written as 5/5/1997 in the US and as 5/5/1997 in UK and Europe.

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May 05, 1997: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 05, 1997:

  • Married with children final episode on fox tv
  • Iridium-1 delta 2 launch, successful.

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May 05, 1997: What were the main match results that day?

NBA - American Basketball

  • Seattle SuperSonics - Houston Rockets : 102 - 112

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Uerdingen - Unterhaching : 0 - 4

La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)

  • Extremadura - Barcelona : 1 - 3

Premier League - UK Soccer

  • Man United - Middlesbrough : 3 - 3
  • Rangers - Motherwell : 0 - 2
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May 05, 1997: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 5th is Taurus.

Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.

Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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May 05, 1997: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 05, 1997 is Ox and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on May 5th, 1997 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 05, 1997: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 05, 1997 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 05, 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 May 05, 1997 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 05:14 am and setting at 07:50 pm.

The previous full moon was on Apr 22, 1997 while the next full moon would come on May 22, 1997.

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Who was born on May 05, 1997?


Famous people born on May 05, 1997:

  • Ariyona Robinson

    Ariyona Robinson is a professional gymnast who has competed in the Olympics and World Championships.

  • Dezyre Miller

    Dezyre Miller is a professional gymnast who has competed in the Olympics and won multiple medals.

  • Micai Leshem

    Professional tennis player known for exceptional skills on the court.

  • Amun Wilson

    Talented cornerback known for his exceptional coverage skills.

  • Luffy Monkey

    Luffy Monkey is a renowned journalist known for his investigative reporting.

  • Luffy

    Captain of the Straw Hat Pirates known for his incredible agility and fighting skills.

  • Charlotte Vertes

    Family member.

  • Jurij Klymčuk
  • Mitchell Marner
  • Bobby Coleman
  • Jordan Thompson
  • Darko Todorović
  • Maruša Seničar
  • Ahmed Al-Rawahi
  • Santiago Arzamendia
  • Nicolas D'Oriano
  • Farid El Melali
  • Mustafa Eskihellaç
  • Jaume Grau

Whose famous birthday is on May 5th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 5th:

  • Michael Palin
    Michael Palin

    British actor, comedian, and writer.

  • Chris Brown
    Chris Brown

    American actor, singer, and dancer.

  • Henry Cavill
    Henry Cavill

    British actor, who began his acting career as albert mondego in 2002's film adaptation of the count of monte cristo.

  • Virginie Efira
    Virginie Efira

    Belgian actress, tv presenter and producer, born to andra (c) efira professor of medicine.

  • Tyrone Power
    Tyrone Power

    American actor of third generation.

  • Will Arnett
    Will Arnett

    Will arnett is a canadian-american actor and comedian known for his roles in arrested development and bojack horseman.

  • Danielle Fishel
    Danielle Fishel

    Danielle fishel is an american actress best known for her role as topanga lawrence on the tv show boy meets world.

  • Craig David
    Craig David

    Craig david is a british pop singer known for hits like '7 days' and 'fill me in'.

  • Lance Henriksen
    Lance Henriksen

    Lance henriksen is an american actor known for his roles in popular films such as 'aliens' and 'the terminator'.

  • John Rhys-Davies
    John Rhys-Davies

    John rhys-davies is a welsh actor known for his roles as gimli in the lord of the rings and sallah in the indiana jones films.

See more famous people and celebrities born on May 5th

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May 05, 1997: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 26 years 10 months old,

or 322 months and 24 days old,

or 1403 weeks and 4 days old,

or 9825 days old,

if you were born on May 05, 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 May 05, 1997?

There are 37 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday May 5th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 05, 1997?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 05, 1997.

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May 05, 1997: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 05, 1997:

  • Murray Kempton

    Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist known for his insightful political commentary.

  • Walter Gotell
  • Giulio Balestrini
  • Frank Moss
  • George Burns
  • John Edwards Hill

What famous deaths happened on May 5th?

Famous deaths on May 5th:

  • John Williams
    John Williams

    English-american actor (b. 1903).

  • Jean-Claude Pascal
    Jean-Claude Pascal

    French actor (golden salamander), dies at 64.

  • Dana Wynter
    Dana Wynter

    Actress german-english (d. 2011).

  • Albert Dekker
    Albert Dekker

    Deaths from accidental suffocation at the age of 62.

  • Elisabeth Fraser
    Elisabeth Fraser

    American television, film and stage actress (born 1920).

  • Rudolf Schön

    Austrian biologist known for his research in genetics.

  • Garl Kasell

    Garl Kasell was an American radio personality and newscaster who was the official judge and scorekeeper for the NPR news quiz show 'Wait...

  • Chanceler

    Key figure in the Brazilian independence movement.

  • Marri Shaw

    Renowned poet known for her evocative and emotional verses.

  • Mihail Botvinnik

    Mihail Botvinnik was a Soviet chess grandmaster and three-time world chess champion.

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May 05, 1997: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 05, 1997:

  • Martyrs Neophytos, Gaius and Gaianus
  • Euthymios the Wonderworker
  • Barlaam of Serpukhov
  • Martin and Heraclius of Illyria
  • Eulogios the Confessor
  • New Martyr Ephraim of Nea Makri
  • Albania: Martyrs' Day.
  • Great Martyr Irene
  • Roly Poly of Georgia.
  • Ethiopia: Liberation Day (1941).

Observances on May 05, 1997:

  • Vesak, the Day of the Full Moon
  • World Portuguese Language Day [UNESCO]

Saints celebrated on May 05, 1997:

  • Saint Aventinus (d. 1189)
  • Saint Angelus of Jerusalem (d. 1222)
  • Saint Britto
  • Saint Gerontius (d. 472)
  • Saint Godehart (d. 1038)
  • Saint Nicetius
  • Saint Hilary of Arles (d. 449)
  • Saint Pius V (1505-1572)
  • Saint Jutta of Kulmsee, aka Saint Jutta of Sangerhausen or Saint Judith of Prussia (d. 1260)
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May 05, 1997: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 05, 1997 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 5th and May 11th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 05, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 05, 1997 was Hypnotize by The Notorious B.I.G., according to the music chart for the week May 5th and May 11th.

May 05, 1997: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 05, 1997 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 5th and May 11th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Hypnotize youtube
  2. - You Were Meant For Me
  3. - Can't Nobody Hold Me Down
  4. - I Want You
  5. - For You I Will

May 05, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 05, 1997 was Lovefool by The Cardigans, according to the music chart for the week May 5th and May 11th.

May 05, 1997: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 05, 1997 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 5th and May 11th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Lovefool
  2. - You're Not Alone
  3. - I Believe I Can Fly
  4. - You Might Need Somebody
  5. - Love Won't Wait

May 05, 1997: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 05, 1997 was Hypnotize by The Notorious B.I.G., according to the R&B music chart for the week May 5th and May 11th.

May 05, 1997: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 05, 1997 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 5th and May 11th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Hypnotize youtube
  2. - G.H.E.T.T.O.U.T.
  3. - I Belong To You (Every Time I See Your Face)
  4. - Cupid
  5. - My Baby Daddy

May 05, 1997: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 05, 1997 was Solo En Ti by Enrique Iglesias, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 5th and May 11th.

May 05, 1997: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 05, 1997 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 5th and May 11th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Solo En Ti
  2. - Mi Sangre Prisionera
  3. - Secuestro De Amor
  4. - Ya Me Voy Para Siempre
  5. - O Soy O Fui

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May 05, 1997: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 05, 1997 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Lost World: Jurassic Park

The Lost World: Jurassic Park

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Steven Spielberg

Starring: Jeff Goldblum, Julianne Moore, Pete Postlethwaite, Vince Vaughn

Country: United States of America

Annamayya

Annamayya

Release year: 1997

Directed by: K. Raghavendra Rao

Starring: Nagarjuna Akkineni, Suman, Bhanupriya, Mohan Babu

Address Unknown

Address Unknown

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Shawn Levy

Starring: Kyle Howard, Johna Stewart-Bowden, Patrick Renna, Corbin Allred

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

Champions

Champions

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Peter Gathings Bunche

Starring: Louis Mandylor, Danny Trejo, Ken Shamrock, Lee Reherman

May 05, 1997: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 05, 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:

Knights of Ramune

Knights of Ramune

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Yoshinori Sayanna

The Vanishing Man

The Vanishing Man

Release year: 1997

Shapes of the Invisible

Shapes of the Invisible

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Pierre Oscar Levy

Bullyparade

Bullyparade

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Michael Herbig

Die Camper

Die Camper

Release year: 1997

May 05, 1997: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 05, 1997 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Underboss by Peter Maas

Underboss

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Sammy the Bull Gravano was the most powerful member of the American Mafia to be defeated. Peter Maas tells Gravano's tale and takes us into the Cosa Nustra's secret underground, where power, greed, betrayal and deception lurk.

Planet Of Twilight by Barbara Hambly

Planet Of Twilight

By:

Barbara Hambly, bestselling author in the New York Times, returns to Star Wars(r), to tell a stunning tale about a mysterious world where battles between the New Republic (r) and the

The Gift Of Peace by Joseph Cardinal Bernardin

The Gift Of Peace

By:

Joseph Cardinal Bernardin's gentle leadership during his ministerial career had made him a beloved figure internationally. But the words he left about his final journey would change everything

Personal History by Katharine Graham

Personal History

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Winner of 1998 Pulitzer Prize for Biography

Angela's Ashes by Frank McCourt

Angela's Ashes

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Angela's Ashes, Frank McCourt's bestselling memoir about his childhood in Ireland, is a Pulitzer Prize winner and #1 New York Times Bestseller.

May 05, 1997: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 05, 1997 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Croc: Legend of the Gobbos

Croc: Legend of the Gobbos

Platform: PlayStation, Sega Saturn, Microsoft Windows, Game Boy Color

Genre: Platform

Publisher: JP MediaQuest

Balls of Steel

Balls of Steel

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Pinball

Publisher: 3D Realms

Dungeon Keeper

Dungeon Keeper

Platform: DOS, Windows 95

Genre: Real-time strategy, god game, dungeon management game

Publisher: Electronic Arts

Grant, Lee, Sherman: Civil War Generals 2

Grant, Lee, Sherman: Civil War Generals 2

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Publisher: Sierra Entertainment

Close Combat: A Bridge Too Far

Close Combat: A Bridge Too Far

Platform: Windows, Macintosh

Genre: Real-time tactics

Publisher: Microsoft

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Who was the US President on May 05, 1997?

On May 05, 1997 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 05, 1997?

On May 05, 1997 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on May 05, 1997?

On May 05, 1997 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about May 5th?

May 5th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 5th day of the month of May. 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 May 5th, such as:

  • 2019 - Gaza-israel clashes (may 2019, iran-israel proxy conflict: hamas, iran-israel proxy conflict. hamas and other militants in the gaza strip fire hundreds upon israel. two israeli civilians were killed in ashkelon and another in ashdod. at least 23 palestinians were killed in retaliatory israeli strikes against gaza, including a hamas senior commander.
  • 2018 - Six palestinians are killed in an explosion at deir al-balah (gaza), hamas and israel defense forces deny responsibility for the explosion and each blame the other.
  • 2017 - Syria civil war: russia and turkey agree to create four "safe zones" in syria. all military aircraft, including those from turkey, russia, and the united states, will be prohibited from flying over these areas. (reuters) (fox news). the long-awaited safe zones were welcomed by the united nations, but they have been rejected both by the kurdish pyd and syrian rebels.

Find out more about May 5th

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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 May 1997?

May 1997 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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 May 1997 calendar looked like.

Monday May 5, 1997