Monday March 17, 1997: on this day

March 17, 1997 was the 76th day of the year 1997, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Monday.

Is March 17, 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 March 17, 1997, who was born and died on March 17, 1997, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 17, 1997, which were the most popular songs (ex. Can't Nobody Hold Me Down by Puff Daddy), movies (e.g. The Saint, directed by Phillip Noyce), TV series (e.g. Shapes Of The Invisible) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about March 17th, 1997 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was March 17, 1997?


March 17, 1997 was a Monday and it was the 76th day of the year 1997 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 17, 1997 can also be written as 3/17/1997 in the US and as 17/3/1997 in UK and Europe.

March 17, 1997 in March 1997 calendar

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March 17, 1997: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on March 17, 1997:

  • The dow jones industrial average removes westinghouse electric, texaco incorporated, bethlehem steel, and woolworth from its index, replacing them with travelers group, hewlett-packard company, johnson & johnson, and wal-mart stores incorporated.
  • Cnn begins spanish broadcasts.

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March 17, 1997: What were the main match results that day?

NBA - American Basketball

  • Detroit Pistons - Cleveland Cavaliers : 82 - 85
  • Los Angeles Lakers - Denver Nuggets : 113 - 94
  • Milwaukee Bucks - Boston Celtics : 117 - 126
  • Orlando Magic - Atlanta Hawks : 107 - 112
  • Phoenix Suns - Golden State Warriors : 116 - 95

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Kaiserslautern - Uerdingen : 3 - 1

La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)

  • Sociedad - Real Madrid : 1 - 2
zodiac

March 17, 1997: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 17th is Pisces.

Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.

Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.

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March 17, 1997: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

Ox chinese zodiac sign

The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 17, 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 March 17th, 1997 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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March 17, 1997: What was the moon phase on that day?


Moon phase

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The moon phase on March 17, 1997 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 17, 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 March 17, 1997 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 72% full, rising at 12:21 pm and setting at 02:50 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 22, 1997 while the next full moon would come on Mar 24, 1997.

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Who was born on March 17, 1997?


Famous people born on March 17, 1997:

  • Mikaelah Ledecky

    Mikaelah Ledecky is an American swimmer who has won multiple Olympic gold medals and set world records.

  • Katie Ledecky

    Katie ledecky is an american swimmer known for her dominance in freestyle events, winning multiple olympic gold medals and setting numerous...

  • Van Zandt Twins

    American famous family, twins, adrienne barbeau (51), known.

  • Sarah Burgett

    Youtube star.

  • Alessandro Cassese
  • Olabisi Johnson
  • Idan Nachmias
  • Williams Narace
  • Tomás Rojas
  • Mohamed Samy
  • Paik Seung-ho
  • Everton Galdino
  • Felipe Villagrán
  • Ryan Hardie
  • Pablo Aránguiz
  • Arnas Beručka
  • Quentin Boisgard
  • Konrad Bukowiecki

Whose famous birthday is on March 17th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 17th:

  • Gary Sinise
    Gary Sinise

    Gary sinise is an american actor known for his roles in movies such as forrest gump and apollo 13, as well as for his portrayal of detective...

  • John Boyega
    John Boyega

    John boyega is a british actor known for his role as finn in the star wars sequel trilogy.

  • Olesya Rulin
    Olesya Rulin

    American actress known for her role in the High School Musical film series.

  • Kurt Russell
    Kurt Russell

    An emmy nomination was made for american actor russell for his role as elvis, a tv movie.

  • Rob Lowe
    Rob Lowe

    American actor, with blue eyes and dark hair; handsome.

  • Rudolf Nureyev
    Rudolf Nureyev

    Russian-french choreographer and dancer (d. 1993).

  • Patti Hansen
    Patti Hansen

    Patti hansen is an american model and actress known for her work in the fashion industry and her marriage to rolling stones guitarist keith...

  • Lesley-Anne Down
    Lesley-Anne Down

    British actress.

  • Clare Grogan
    Clare Grogan

    In early 1980, a scottish actress was seen in "gregory's girl".

  • Justin Hawkins
    Justin Hawkins

    English singer-songwriter (the darkness british whale and hot leg).

See more famous people and celebrities born on March 17th

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March 17, 1997: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 27 years 1 month old,

or 325 months and 3 days old,

or 1413 weeks and 5 days old,

or 9896 days old,

if you were born on March 17, 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 March 17, 1997?

There are 331 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday March 17th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 17, 1997?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on March 17, 1997.

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March 17, 1997: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on March 17, 1997:

  • Jermaine Stewart

    American singer-songwriter/dancer (shalamar), (d. 1997).

  • Brandt Aymar

    American author known for his mystery novels.

  • Ferenc Sipos
  • Robert A. Rushworth
  • Sunnyland Slim

What famous deaths happened on March 17th?

Famous deaths on March 17th:

  • Helen Hayes
    Helen Hayes

    American actress, who started on stage at age five.

  • Mai Zetterling
    Mai Zetterling

    Actress (night is my future) dies from cancer at the age of 68.

  • Michael Gough
    Michael Gough

    Actor malaysian-english (d. 2011).

  • Rosetta LeNoire
    Rosetta LeNoire

    Rosetta LeNoire was a talented actress known for her work in theater, film, and television.

  • Merritt Butrick
    Merritt Butrick

    Merritt Butrick was an actor known for his role in Star Trek II and III.

  • Bob Papenbrook
    Bob Papenbrook

    American voice actor (born 1955).

  • Klayten Brown

    Pioneering scientist who revolutionized the field of biotechnology.

  • Phinley Chapman

    Bestselling author known for captivating storytelling and literary prowess.

  • Graylynn Jones

    Bestselling author known for captivating storytelling and literary prowess.

  • Azalyn Khan

    Groundbreaking researcher in the field of biotechnology.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on March 17th

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March 17, 1997: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on March 17, 1997:

  • Ancient Rome - the second day of the Bacchanalia in honor of Bacchus
  • Ancient Rome - the Liberalia in honor of Liber
  • St. Agricola
  • St. Joseph of Arimathea
  • Feast day of St Patrick: a public holiday in Ireland (National feast) and Montserrat, widely celebrated in North America and worldwide (see St. Patrick's Day)
  • Ancient Latvia - Kustonu Diena (return of the larks) observed
  • Boston, Massachusetts - Evacuation Day

Saints celebrated on March 17, 1997:

  • Saint Patrick's Day is a cultural and religious celebration held on 17 March and it is a public holiday in the Republic of Ireland, Northern Ireland, the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador, and the British Overseas Territory of Montserrat. But Irish people across the globe use to celebrate it also in other Countries. Below you can find a list of the past Saint Patrick's Days and see what happened on each of these days.
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March 17, 1997: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on March 17, 1997 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 17th and March 23rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


March 17, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 17, 1997 was Can't Nobody Hold Me Down by Puff Daddy, according to the music chart for the week March 17th and March 23rd.

March 17, 1997: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on March 17, 1997 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 17th and March 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Can't Nobody Hold Me Down
  2. - Wannabe
  3. - You Were Meant For Me
  4. - Un-Break My Heart youtube
  5. - In My Bed

March 17, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on March 17, 1997 was Don't Speak by No Doubt, according to the music chart for the week March 17th and March 23rd.

March 17, 1997: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on March 17, 1997 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 17th and March 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Don't Speak
  2. - Mama / Who Do You Think You Are?
  3. - Encore Une Fois
  4. - Alone
  5. - Where Do You Go

March 17, 1997: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 17, 1997 was Can't Nobody Hold Me Down by Puff Daddy (Featuring Mase), according to the R&B music chart for the week March 17th and March 23rd.

March 17, 1997: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on March 17, 1997 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 17th and March 23rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Can't Nobody Hold Me Down
  2. - In My Bed
  3. - Get It Together
  4. - For You I Will (From "Space Jam")
  5. - On & On

March 17, 1997: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on March 17, 1997 was Enamorado Por Primera Vez by Enrique Iglesias, according to the Latin music chart for the week March 17th and March 23rd.

March 17, 1997: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on March 17, 1997 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week March 17th and March 23rd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Enamorado Por Primera Vez
  2. - Juguete
  3. - Ya Me Voy Para Siempre
  4. - Quien Pierde Mas
  5. - Piensa En Mi

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March 17, 1997: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on March 17, 1997 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Saint

The Saint

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Phillip Noyce

Starring: Val Kilmer, Elisabeth Shue, Rade Serbedzija, Valeriy Nikolaev

That Old Feeling

That Old Feeling

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Carl Reiner

Starring: Bette Midler, Dennis Farina, Paula Marshall, Gail O'Grady

Double Team

Double Team

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Hark Tsui

Starring: Jean-Claude Van Damme, Dennis Rodman, Mickey Rourke, Paul Freeman

Sexual Roulette

Sexual Roulette

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Gary Graver

Starring: Tane McClure, Tim Abell, Gabriella Hall, Peter Spellos

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

March 17, 1997: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on March 17, 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:

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

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

March 17, 1997: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on March 17, 1997 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Moral Intelligence Of Children by Robert Coles

The Moral Intelligence Of Children

By:

Robert Coles, a Harvard professor and child psychiatrist, has dedicated much of his adult life to teaching and modeling the moral life.

Stones From the River by Ursula Hegi

Stones From the River

By:

Trudi

Hornet'S Nest by Patricia Cornwell

Hornet'S Nest

By:

In her latest novel Hornet's nest, Patricia Cornwell shifts from forensics into police procedures. This novel is not a thriller but a study of the characters. Judy Hammer, Chief of Police in Charlotte, North Carolina, Virginia West, Hammer's deputy and …

The Celestine Prophecy by James Redfield

The Celestine Prophecy

By:

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Murder In Brentwood by Mark Fuhrman

Murder In Brentwood

By:

Many people know Mark Fuhrman to be the O.J.'s most important witness. Simpson trial. The Simpson trial.

March 17, 1997: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on March 17, 1997 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

DoDonPachi

DoDonPachi

Platform: Arcade, Sega Saturn, PlayStation, EZweb, i-mode, PlayStation Network

Genre: Manic shooter

Publisher: JP Cave; INT Atlus

Star Wars: Yoda Stories

Star Wars: Yoda Stories

Platform: Game Boy Color, Microsoft Windows

Genre: Adventure

Publisher: LucasArts

Culdcept

Culdcept

Platform: Sega Saturn, PlayStation, PlayStation 2, Nintendo DS, Nintendo 3DS, PlayStation Portable, PlayStation 3

Genre: Board game, Collectible card game

Publisher: NEC Interchannel

Critical Depth

Critical Depth

Platform: PlayStation

Genre: Car combat

Publisher: GT Interactive

Final Fantasy Tactics

Final Fantasy Tactics

Platform: PlayStation

Genre: Tactical role-playing game

Publisher: JP Square; NA Sony Computer Entertainment

history

Who was the US President on March 17, 1997?

On March 17, 1997 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 17, 1997?

On March 17, 1997 the UK Prime Minister was Sir John Major (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on March 17, 1997?

On March 17, 1997 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about March 17th?

March 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th day of the month of March. 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 March 17th, such as:

  • 2019 - 2019 jayapura flood & landslide
  • 2018 - 2018 philippine piper pa-23 apache crashes: a piper pa-23 passenger plane bound for laoag international airport, ilocos norte in the philippines crashed upon takeoff from plaridel airport, bulacan. five people were killed and five others were injured.
  • 2017 - Yemeni civil war (2015-present), an apache helicopter fired upon a boat carrying somali refugees, off the coast yemen. at least 40 people were killed and 35 others were injured. (reuters),

Find out more about March 17th

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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 March 1997?

March 1997 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with March being the 3rd 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.

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Monday March 17, 1997