Thursday December 11, 1997: on this day

December 11, 1997 was the 345th day of the year 1997, under the sign of Sagittarius and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is December 11, 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 December 11, 1997, who was born and died on December 11, 1997, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 11, 1997, which were the most popular songs (ex. Candle In The Wind 1997 by Elton John), movies (e.g. The Education of Little Tree, directed by Richard Friedenberg), TV series (e.g. Stella Street) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 11th, 1997 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was December 11, 1997?


December 11, 1997 was a Thursday and it was the 345th day of the year 1997 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 11, 1997 can also be written as 12/11/1997 in the US and as 11/12/1997 in UK and Europe.

December 11, 1997 in December 1997 calendar

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December 11, 1997: What happened on that day?


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December 11, 1997: What were the magazines covers that day?

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December 11, 1997: What were the main match results that day?

NBA - American Basketball

  • Atlanta Hawks - Phoenix Suns : 78 - 94
  • Cleveland Cavaliers - Milwaukee Bucks : 79 - 77
  • Minnesota Timberwolves - New York Knicks : 103 - 107
  • New Jersey Nets - Detroit Pistons : 99 - 103
  • Orlando Magic - Dallas Mavericks : 100 - 90
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December 11, 1997: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 11th is Sagittarius.

Sagittarius is the 9th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between November 22nd and December 21st belong to the Sagittarius sign: discover Sagittarius personality and who should a Sagittarius marry.

Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.

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December 11, 1997: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 11, 1997 is Ox and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on December 11th, 1997 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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December 11, 1997: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on December 11, 1997 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 11, 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 December 11, 1997 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 96% full, rising at 03:02 pm and setting at 05:14 am.

The previous full moon was on Nov 14, 1997 while the next full moon would come on Dec 14, 1997.

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Who was born on December 11, 1997?


Famous people born on December 11, 1997:

  • Ben Cook
    Ben Cook

    Stage actor.

  • Deepti Sharma

    Indian cricketer who plays as an all-rounder for the Indian women's national cricket team.

  • Matthew Tkachuk

    American ice hockey player.

  • Taylor Hickson
  • Konstantinos Mavropanos
  • Aly Abeid

Whose famous birthday is on December 11th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 11th:

  • Nikki Sixx
    Nikki Sixx

    American musician, bass guitarist, songwriter, and leader of motley crue, the "bad boys" in american heavy metal during the 1980s and 1990s.

  • Jean Marais
    Jean Marais

    French actor with handsome, rugged features.

  • John Kerry
    John Kerry

    This american lawyer and politician is an american politician.

  • Jean-Louis Trintignant
    Jean-Louis Trintignant

    He was a french director and actor, and he made his tv and film debut in 1956.

  • Hailee Steinfeld
    Hailee Steinfeld

    Hailee Steinfeld is an actress known for her roles in movies like True Grit and Pitch Perfect 2..

  • Brenda Lee
    Brenda Lee

    American singer, billed as "little miss dynamite", the little girl with a big voice" from when she was just 4'9" (approximately 140 cm) and...

  • Rita Moreno
    Rita Moreno

    Award-winning actress known for her roles in 'West Side Story'.

  • Teri Garr
    Teri Garr

    American comedian and actress who was a regular guest on "sonny and cher comedy review" in 1974.

  • Donna Mills
    Donna Mills

    American actress and producer.

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December 11, 1997: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 26 years 3 months old,

or 315 months and 8 days old,

or 1370 weeks and 5 days old,

or 9595 days old,

if you were born on December 11, 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 December 11, 1997?

There are 267 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday December 11th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 11, 1997?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on December 11, 1997.

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December 11, 1997: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on December 11, 1997:

  • Eddie Chapman

    British world war ii spy, double agent, aka agent zigzag (d. 1997).

  • Simon Jeffes

    English guitarist and composer (b. 1949).

  • Kenneth William Gatland

    Aerospace scientist dies at the age of 73.

What famous deaths happened on December 11th?

Famous deaths on December 11th:

  • Sam Cooke
    Sam Cooke

    American singer with amazing singing talent.

  • Galina Vishnevskaya
    Galina Vishnevskaya

    Leningrad, russia -- soprano (madama butterfly).

  • Andre Braugher
    Andre Braugher

    Chicago, illinois -- actor (frank pembleton-homicide).

  • Arthur Mullard
    Arthur Mullard

    English comedian (born 1910).

  • Percy Kilbride
    Percy Kilbride

    Actor (ma & pa kettle), died at 76.

  • Bettey Page

    Famous pin-up model known for her iconic images in the 1950s.

  • Kyrus Wong

    Renowned Chinese-American artist known for his innovative style and contributions to the art world.

  • Ahmadou Kourouma

    Renowned Ivorian writer known for his novels depicting African history and culture.

  • Derward Powers

    Award-winning journalist and author.

  • Evelette Blackwell

    Renowned chemist known for groundbreaking research in organic chemistry.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on December 11th

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December 11, 1997: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on December 11, 1997:

  • USA - Admission day for Indiana (19th state, 1816)
  • Burkina Faso - Republic Day (1958, Upper Volta became an autonomous republic in the French Community.)
  • Argentina - Tango Day, Buenos Aires
  • Also see December 11 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • Roman festivals - One of the four Agonalia, this day in honour of Sol Indiges; also the Septimontium festival
  • R.C. Saints - pope Damasus I: optional memorial; also Daniel the Stylite (not universal)

Observances on December 11, 1997:

  • International Mountain Day
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December 11, 1997: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on December 11, 1997 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 8th and December 14th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


December 11, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 11, 1997 was Candle In The Wind 1997 by Elton John, according to the music chart for the week December 8th and December 14th.

December 11, 1997: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on December 11, 1997 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 8th and December 14th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Candle In The Wind 1997
  2. - Something About The Way You Look Tonight
  3. - How Do I Live
  4. - You Make Me Wanna..
  5. - My Body

December 11, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 11, 1997 was Perfect Day by Various Artists, according to the music chart for the week December 8th and December 14th.

December 11, 1997: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on December 11, 1997 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 8th and December 14th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Perfect Day
  2. - Teletubbies Say Eh-Oh!
  3. - Barbie Girl
  4. - Never Ever
  5. - Baby Can I Hold You / Shooting Star

December 11, 1997: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 11, 1997 was My Body by LSG, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 8th and December 14th.

December 11, 1997: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on December 11, 1997 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 8th and December 14th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - My Body
  2. - We're Not Making Love No More
  3. - A Song For Mama
  4. - You Make Me Wanna...
  5. - My Love Is The Shhh!

December 11, 1997: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on December 11, 1997 was Y Hubo Alguien by Marc Anthony, according to the Latin music chart for the week December 8th and December 14th.

December 11, 1997: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on December 11, 1997 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week December 8th and December 14th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Y Hubo Alguien
  2. - En El Jardin
  3. - Si Tu Supieras
  4. - Nos Estorbo La Ropa
  5. - La Venia Bendita

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December 11, 1997: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on December 11, 1997 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Education of Little Tree

The Education of Little Tree

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Richard Friedenberg

Starring: James Cromwell, Joseph Ashton, Tantoo Cardinal, Mika Boorem

Kundun

Kundun

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Martin Scorsese

Starring: Tenzin Thuthob Tsarong, Gyurme Tethong, Tulku Jamyang Kunga Tenzin, Tenzin Yeshi Paichang

Joey

Joey

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Ian Barry

Starring: Jamie Croft, Rebecca Gibney, Alex McKenna, Harold Hopkins

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

Life Is Beautiful

Life Is Beautiful

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Roberto Benigni

Starring: Roberto Benigni, Nicoletta Braschi, Giorgio Cantarini, Giustino Durano

Country: United States of America

December 11, 1997: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on December 11, 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:

Stella Street

Stella Street

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Peter Richardson

Bed & Breakfast

Bed & Breakfast

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Marcio Garcia

Sleepwalkers

Sleepwalkers

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Mick Garris

Vampire Princess Miyu

Vampire Princess Miyu

Release year: 1997

Science Court

Science Court

Release year: 1997

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

Country: United States of America

December 11, 1997: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on December 11, 1997 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Cat & Mouse by James Patterson

Cat & Mouse

By:

Alex Cross is back, and so is a suicidal and raging Gary Soneji. Cross will be released from prison, and he will die from the AIDS virus he contracted while there.

The God Of Small Things by Arundhati Roy

The God Of Small Things

By:

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.

Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil by John Berendt

Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil

By:

In the early morning hours of May 2, 1981, shots rang out from Savannah's grandest mansion. Is it murder? Or self-defense? The shooting and its aftermath were heard throughout the hauntingly beautiful city of shaded squares and moss-hung oaks for …

The Matarese Countdown by Robert Ludlum

The Matarese Countdown

By:

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER: "First-rate suspense People Twenty years ago, top agents of the CIA and KGB joined forces to bring down Matarese Circle. This international cabal was a crossroads of the CIA, KGB, and the CIA.

Comanche Moon by Larry McMurtry

Comanche Moon

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This novel is the final volume in an epic four-volume series that began with Larry McMurty’s Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece Lonesome Dove. It's a capstone to a long tradition of storytelling.

December 11, 1997: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on December 11, 1997 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Aero Fighters Assault

Aero Fighters Assault

Platform: Nintendo 64

Genre: Combat flight simulator

Publisher: Video System

Achaea, Dreams of Divine Lands

Achaea, Dreams of Divine Lands

Platform: Platform independent

Genre: Fantasy MUD

Publisher: Iron Realms Entertainment

Battle-Girl

Battle-Girl

Platform: Microsoft Windows Mac OS

Genre: Shoot 'em up

Publisher: Feral Interactive

BS Tantei Club: Yuki ni Kieta Kako

BS Tantei Club: Yuki ni Kieta Kako

Platform: Super Famicom

Genre: Adventure

Publisher: Nintendo

Flight Unlimited II

Flight Unlimited II

Platform: Windows 95

Genre: Flight simulator

Publisher: Eidos Interactive

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Who was the US President on December 11, 1997?

On December 11, 1997 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 11, 1997?

On December 11, 1997 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on December 11, 1997?

On December 11, 1997 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about December 11th?

December 11th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 11th day of the month of December. 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 December 11th, such as:

  • 2018 - 2018 strasbourg attack: two people are killed and 14 more injured in a shooting rampage at strasbourg's annual christmas market. police identify the shooter as an extremist and they flee the scene. this incident is being considered terrorist.
  • 2017 - 2017 new york city attempted bombing: a homemade pipe bomb carried by a man was set off near new york city's port authority bus terminal. the attacker and three others were also injured. akayed ullah is currently in custody.
  • 2016 - Iraqi civil war (2014-2017: at least 8 people are killed in two car bombings in fallujah.

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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 December 1997?

December 1997 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th 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 December 1997 calendar looked like.

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