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August 18, 1997 was the 230th day of the year 1997, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Monday.
Is August 18, 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 18, 1997, who was born and died on August 18, 1997, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 18, 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 18th, 1997 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 18, 1997?
- August 18, 1997: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 18, 1997: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 18, 1997?
- August 18, 1997: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 18, 1997: What famous people died on that day?
- August 18, 1997: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 18, 1997: Number 1 song on that day
- August 18, 1997: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 18, 1997: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 18, 1997: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 18, 1997: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 18, 1997?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 18, 1997?
- Who was the Pope on August 18, 1997?
What day of the week was August 18, 1997?
August 18, 1997 was a Monday and it was the 230th day of the year 1997 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 18, 1997 can also be written as 8/18/1997 in the US and as 18/8/1997 in UK and Europe.
August 18, 1997: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 18th is Leo.
Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo 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 18, 1997: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 18, 1997 is Ox and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 18th, 1997 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 18, 1997: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 18, 1997 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 18, 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 18, 1997 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 98% full, rising at 07:57 pm and setting at 07:29 am.
The previous full moon was on Jul 20, 1997 while the next full moon would come on Sep 16, 1997.
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Who was born on August 18, 1997?
Famous people born on August 18, 1997:
- Kyarah Davis
Kyarah Davis is a professional tennis player who has competed in Grand Slam tournaments.
- Anthone Lyles
American sprinter known for his speed and agility on the track.
- Xinyi Chen
Chinese swimmer who won multiple medals at international competitions.
- Renato Sanches
Portuguese footballer.
- Josephine Langford
Australian actress.
- Abdel Hakim Abdallah
- Matej Cvetanoski
- Jean-Armel Drolé
- Kálmán Furkó
- Manuela Giugliano
- Chidamba Hazemba
- Kelvin Giacobe Alves dos Santos
- Joey Taylor
- Kévin Zohi
- Christoph Kobald
- Prince Barrie
- Roko Badžim
- Yohanes Chiappinelli
Whose famous birthday is on August 18th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 18th:
![Robert Redford]()
Robert RedfordAmerican actor, director, environmental activist.
![Mae West]()
Mae WestMae west was an american actress, playwright, and screenwriter known for her bawdy and witty persona, and her iconic roles in films such as...
![Kaitlin Olson]()
Kaitlin OlsonKaitlin Olson is an American actress and comedian, best known for her role as Dee Reynolds on the FX/FXX sitcom 'It's Always Sunny in...
![Patrick Swayze]()
Patrick SwayzeAmerican stage, tv and film actor, dancer, choreographer, and sex symbol.
![Edward Norton]()
Edward NortonAmerican actor, director, writer, and producer best known for his extraordinary dramatic range.
![Andy Samberg]()
Andy SambergAndy samberg is an american comedian known for his work on the comedy sketch show 'saturday night live' and for co-founding the comedy group...
![Alex Honnold]()
Alex HonnoldAlex honnold is a renowned rock climber known for his free solo ascents of big walls, particularly his historic climb of el capitan in...
![Christian Slater]()
Christian SlaterChristian slater is an american actor known for his roles in films such as heathers, true romance, and mr.
![Roman Polanski]()
Roman PolanskiFrench director of film, well-known in france and america for his works such as "chinatown" and "rosemary's baby".
![Madeleine Stowe]()
Madeleine StoweMadeleine Stowe is an American actress known for her roles in films such as 'The Last of the Mohicans', 'Twelve Monkeys', and 'The General's...
August 18, 1997: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 26 years 8 months old,
or 320 months
or 1391 weeks and 3 days old,
or 9740 days old,
if you were born on August 18, 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 18, 1997?
There are 122 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday August 18th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 18, 1997?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 18, 1997.
August 18, 1997: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 18, 1997:
- Paride Rombi
- Robert Swenson
- Marija Prymačenko
- Domenico Amoroso
- Silvio Bisio
What famous deaths happened on August 18th?
Famous deaths on August 18th:
![Persis Khambatta]()
Persis KhambattaEast indian actress and model who made her modeling debut when she was just 13.
![Mildred Davis]()
Mildred DavisActress (haunted spooks), passes away from coronary at the age of 68.
![Robert Novak]()
Robert NovakAmerican journalist and commentator (born in 1931).
![Ben Cross]()
Ben CrossEnglish stage and film actor (b. 1947).
![John Kerr]()
John Kerr18th governor general of australia, an australian politician (d. 1991).
![Beverly Bayne]()
Beverly BayneActress (romeo & juliet: passionate youth), died at 87.
- Kafi Annan
Former UN Secretary-General and Nobel Peace Prize laureate.
- Brigitt Haque
Pioneering journalist and human rights activist who made significant contributions to investigative journalism.
- Walter Chrysler
American industrialist who founded chrysler corporation.
- Tola Rotimi
Renowned Nigerian playwright and director.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 18th
August 18, 1997: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 18, 1997:
- RC saints - Saint Helena of Constantinople,Saint Alberto Hurtado
- Buhe in the Ethiopian Orthodox Church
August 18, 1997: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 18, 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 18, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 18, 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 18, 1997: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 18, 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:
- Puff Daddy & Faith Evans - I'll Be Missing You
- The Notorious B.I.G. - Mo Money, Mo Problems
- The Backstreet Boys - Quit Playing Games (With My Heart)
- Third Eye Blind - Semi-Charmed Life
- The Spice Girls - 2 Become 1
August 18, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 18, 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 18, 1997: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 18, 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:
- Puff Daddy & Faith Evans - I'll Be Missing You
- Will Smith - Men In Black
- Gala - Freed From Desire
- Backstreet Boys - Everybody (Backstreet's Back)
- Boyzone - Picture Of You
August 18, 1997: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 18, 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 18, 1997: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 18, 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:
- Dru Hill - Never Make A Promise
- The Notorious B.I.G. Featuring Puff Daddy & Mase - Mo Money Mo Problems
- Lil' Kim Feat. Da Brat, Left Eye, Missy Elliott & Angie Mar - Not Tonight
- Usher - You Make Me Wanna...
- Puff Daddy & Faith Evans Featuring 112 - I'll Be Missing You
August 18, 1997: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on August 18, 1997 was Miente by Enrique Iglesias, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 18th and August 24th.
August 18, 1997: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on August 18, 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:
- Enrique Iglesias - Miente
- Luis Miguel - Por Debajo De La Mesa
- Jordi - Desesperadamente Enamorado
- Los Tucanes de Tijuana - El Tucanazo
- Marco Antonio Solis - Mi Ultimo Adios
August 18, 1997: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 18, 1997 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
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
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
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Iain Softley
Starring: Helena Bonham Carter, Linus Roache, Alex Jennings, Charlotte Rampling
Suicide Kings
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Peter O'Fallon
Starring: Christopher Walken, Denis Leary, Sean Patrick Flanery, Mark Watson
One Night Stand
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Mike Figgis
Starring: Wesley Snipes, Nastassja Kinski, Kyle MacLachlan, Ming-Na Wen
August 18, 1997: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 18, 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
Release year: 1997
Directed by: J. Lee Thompson
Happy Camp
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Josh Anthony
Riding the Tiger
Release year: 1997
Directed by: John Haptas and Kristine Samuelson
Science Court
Release year: 1997
Starring: Jennifer Harrison, H. Jon Benjamin, Bill Braudis, Micaela Hebert
Country: United States of America
August 18, 1997: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 18, 1997 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Up Island
By: Anne Rivers Siddons
Molly Bell Redwine learned early on that family is everything from her domineering, charismatic mother. Molly was not warned by anyone that family can be unpredictable.
If This World Were Mine
By: E. Lynn Harris
A close group of friends. A sexy stranger. What are the bonds that bind friendship? E. spent nine weeks on the New York Times Bestseller List.
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 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.
August 18, 1997: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 18, 1997 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Fighting Bujutsu
Doom 64
101 Dalmatians: Escape from DeVil Manor
Star Wars Jedi Knight: Dark Forces II
Age of Empires
Who was the US President on August 18, 1997?
On August 18, 1997 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 18, 1997?
On August 18, 1997 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on August 18, 1997?
On August 18, 1997 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 18th?
August 18th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 18th 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 18th, such as:
- 2018 - Russian president vladimir putin attends karin kneissl, austria's foreign minister (fpo), and wolfgang malinger, a businessman.
- 2017 - Following the 2017 barcelona attacks, five terrorist suspects were killed by catalan police in cambrils. they were responding to a second van attack. although the police initially reported that the attackers were wearing explosive vests they later found out that they were fakes.
- 2016 - Conflict between kurdish and turkish kurds (2015-present). three bombings that targeted police and military killed at least 12 and left 219 people wounded in southeast turkey.
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.
