Friday December 26, 1997: on this day

December 26, 1997 was the 360th day of the year 1997, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Friday.

Is December 26, 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 26, 1997, who was born and died on December 26, 1997, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 26, 1997, which were the most popular songs (ex. Something About The Way You Look Tonight by Elton John), movies (e.g. Finding North, directed by Tanya Wexler), TV series (e.g. Robot Wars) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 26th, 1997 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was December 26, 1997?


December 26, 1997 was a Friday and it was the 360th day of the year 1997 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 26, 1997 can also be written as 12/26/1997 in the US and as 26/12/1997 in UK and Europe.

December 26, 1997 in December 1997 calendar

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December 26, 1997: What happened on that day?


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December 26, 1997: What were the magazines covers that day?

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December 26, 1997: What were the main match results that day?

NBA - American Basketball

  • Atlanta Hawks - Milwaukee Bucks : 94 - 99
  • Boston Celtics - San Antonio Spurs : 86 - 101
  • Cleveland Cavaliers - Charlotte Hornets : 88 - 96
  • Golden State Warriors - Denver Nuggets : 81 - 69
  • Los Angeles Clippers - Los Angeles Lakers : 114 - 118

Division 1 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Charlton - Norwich : 2 - 1
  • Crewe - Man City : 1 - 0
  • Huddersfield - Middlesbrough : 0 - 1
  • Ipswich - Birmingham : 0 - 1
  • Nott'm Forest - Swindon : 3 - 0

Division 2 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Bournemouth - Gillingham : 4 - 0
  • Brentford - Southend : 1 - 1
  • Bristol City - Millwall : 4 - 1
  • Burnley - Chesterfield : 0 - 0
  • Carlisle - Blackpool : 1 - 1

Division 3 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Barnet - Peterboro : 2 - 0
  • Brighton - Colchester : 4 - 4
  • Cambridge - Leyton Orient : 1 - 0
  • Cardiff - Exeter : 1 - 1
  • Darlington - Macclesfield : 4 - 2
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December 26, 1997: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 26th is Capricorn.

Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn 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 26, 1997: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

Ox chinese zodiac sign

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 26, 1997 is Ox and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on December 26th, 1997 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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December 26, 1997: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on December 26, 1997 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 26, 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 26, 1997 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 4% full, rising at 03:58 am and setting at 03:16 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 14, 1997 while the next full moon would come on Jan 12, 1998.

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Who was born on December 26, 1997?


Famous people born on December 26, 1997:

  • Tamara Zidanšek

    Slovenian tennis player.

  • Saphira Liz

    Youtube star.

  • Koryn Hawthorne

    Soul singer.

  • Nileseyy Niles

    Youtube star.

  • Ajdin Zeljkovic
  • Lucas Hergott
  • Marc Hofer
  • Stefan Iancu

Whose famous birthday is on December 26th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 26th:

  • Jared Leto
    Jared Leto

    American actor, singer-songwriter, director.

  • Kit Harington
    Kit Harington

    Tv actor.

  • Andy Biersack
    Andy Biersack

    Rock singer.

  • Richard Widmark
    Richard Widmark

    American actor who played a psychotic killer in the 1947 film "kiss of death".

  • Steve Allen
    Steve Allen

    American comedian, actor, singer, master host, host, and writer of fiction (49 novels), poetry, humor and mystery.

  • Shun Oguri
    Shun Oguri

    Japanese director and actor.

  • Eden Sher
    Eden Sher

    American actress best known for her role as Sue Heck on the TV series 'The Middle'.

  • Donald Moffat
    Donald Moffat

    English-american actor (d. 2018).

  • Elizabeth Kostova
    Elizabeth Kostova

    American author.

  • Caroll Spinney
    Caroll Spinney

    American puppeteer and voice actor (d. 2019).

See more famous people and celebrities born on December 26th

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December 26, 1997: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 26 years 2 months old,

or 314 months and 22 days old,

or 1368 weeks and 4 days old,

or 9580 days old,

if you were born on December 26, 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 26, 1997?

There are 282 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday December 26th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 26, 1997?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on December 26, 1997.

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December 26, 1997: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on December 26, 1997:

  • Cornellius Castoriadis

    Greek-French philosopher known for his work on autonomy and creativity.

  • Cahit Arf

    Turkish mathematician and academic (d. 1997).

  • John Hinde

    Photographer/circus promoter dies at the age of 81.

  • John Whitley

    Air-marshal dies at the age of 92.

  • Umberto Alberici
  • Sergej Mamčur
  • Sergio Rossetti
  • Mircea Veroiu
  • Pasquale Ojetti
  • Doda Conrad
  • Isaac Guiche Aisemberg
  • Vanda Gréville

What famous deaths happened on December 26th?

Famous deaths on December 26th:

  • Curtis Mayfield
    Curtis Mayfield

    Curtis mayfield was an influential funk singer known for his socially conscious lyrics and his work with the group the impressions.

  • Gerald Ford
    Gerald Ford

    American politician, lawyer, congressman, and vice-president under richard nixon, 1969, and the 38th president the united states.

  • Teena Marie
    Teena Marie

    American composer and singer (born 1956).

  • Sylva Koscina
    Sylva Koscina

    Italian actress, best known for her role in "hercules," (1958), and "hercules unchained", (1960).

  • Vincent Schiavelli
    Vincent Schiavelli

    American actor (d. 2005).

  • Jason Robards
    Jason Robards

    American actor who appeared in more than 170 films over a forty-year career.

  • Elsa Lanchester
    Elsa Lanchester

    London, england -- actress (bride of frankenstien), lewisham london.

  • Nigel Hawthorne
    Nigel Hawthorne

    He was a british actor on the stage and screen who earned admiration in his early 50s.

  • Tom Smothers
    Tom Smothers

    American comedian who performed with his brother, dick as a duo on the tv series "the smothers brothers comedy hour.

  • Jack Benny
    Jack Benny

    American actor and comedian, benny was a tv, radio, and film star for many years.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on December 26th

holidays

December 26, 1997: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on December 26, 1997:

  • The first day of Christmas in Western Christianity.
  • First day of Kwanzaa
  • Boxing Day in the Commonwealth of Nations.
  • Australia - Proclamation Day (South Australian public holiday), for the foundation of the Australian state of South Australia on December 28, 1836 but commemorated on this day.
  • Wrenboys celebrate Wren in Ireland
  • Period of Ursids meteor shower ends about this day
  • Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia - Tsunami Awareness Day/Tsunami Memorial (or Remembrance) Day
  • Mandala Pooja at Sabarimala in Kerala, India
  • First day of Junkanoo street parade in the Bahamas (the second day is on the New Year's Day)
  • Wren day in Ireland and the Isle of Man.
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December 26, 1997: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on December 26, 1997 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 22nd and December 28th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


December 26, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 26, 1997 was Something About The Way You Look Tonight by Elton John, according to the music chart for the week December 22nd and December 28th.

December 26, 1997: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on December 26, 1997 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 22nd and December 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

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

December 26, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 26, 1997 was Perfect Day by Various Artists, according to the music chart for the week December 22nd and December 28th.

December 26, 1997: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on December 26, 1997 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 22nd and December 28th. 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 26, 1997: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 26, 1997 was A Song For Mama by Boyz II Men, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 22nd and December 28th.

December 26, 1997: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on December 26, 1997 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 22nd and December 28th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

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

December 26, 1997: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on December 26, 1997 was En El Jardin by Alejandro Fernandez Featuring Gloria Estefan, according to the Latin music chart for the week December 22nd and December 28th.

December 26, 1997: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on December 26, 1997 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week December 22nd and December 28th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - En El Jardin
  2. - Y Hubo Alguien
  3. - Si Tu Supieras
  4. - Nos Estorbo La Ropa
  5. - A Pesar De Todos

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December 26, 1997: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on December 26, 1997 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Finding North

Finding North

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Tanya Wexler

Starring: Wendy Makkena, John Benjamin Hickey, Jonathan Walker, Anne Bobby

Un grand cri d'amour

Un grand cri d'amour

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Josiane Balasko

Starring: Josiane Balasko, Richard Berry, Daniel Prévost, Daniel Ceccaldi

Firestorm

Firestorm

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Dean Semler

Starring: Howie Long, Scott Glenn, William Forsythe, Suzy Amis

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

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

December 26, 1997: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on December 26, 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:

Robot Wars

Robot Wars

Release year: 1997

Directed by: William L. Stewart

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

December 26, 1997: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on December 26, 1997 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Ghost by Danielle Steel

The Ghost

By:

Charles Waterston has a loving wife and a thrilling career in London. His life seems perfect. He doesn't know what he will do when his 10 year marriage ends or if he is forced to move to New York.

Tuesdays With Morrie by Mitch Albom

Tuesdays With Morrie

By:

Perhaps it was a grandparent or teacher or a friend. For those who are older and more patient, wiser, and can help you navigate the world, they will be able to give you sound advice and help you find your …

Citizen Soldiers by Stephen E. Ambrose

Citizen Soldiers

By:

Stephen E. Ambrose is the bestselling author of Band of Brothers, and D-Day. This inspiring story tells the inspiring story of ordinary men in the U.S. Army in northwest Europe, from the day after D-Day to the end of World …

Dirty Jokes And Beer by Drew Carey

Dirty Jokes And Beer

By:

Drew Carey is a well-known stand-up comedian and host of The Drew Carey Show. But do we know Drew Carey?

A Certain Justice by P. D. James

A Certain Justice

By:

New York Times Bestseller

December 26, 1997: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on December 26, 1997 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Fighting Bujutsu

Fighting Bujutsu

Platform: Arcade

Genre: 3D Versus Fighting

Publisher: Konami

Flying Dragon

Flying Dragon

Platform: Nintendo 64

Genre: Fighting, role-playing video game

Publisher: Culture Brain Natsume

TOCA Touring Car Championship

TOCA Touring Car Championship

Platform: PlayStation Game Boy Color Microsoft Windows

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Codemasters, 3DO (USA), Upstar (Japan), THQ (Game Boy Color)

Dual Heroes

Dual Heroes

Platform: Nintendo 64

Genre: Fighting

Publisher: Hudson Soft Electro Brain

A Fork in the Tale

A Fork in the Tale

Platform: Windows

Genre: Adventure

Publisher: Any River Entertainment (CD)

history

Who was the US President on December 26, 1997?

On December 26, 1997 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 26, 1997?

On December 26, 1997 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on December 26, 1997?

On December 26, 1997 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about December 26th?

December 26th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 26th 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 26th, such as:

  • 2018 - The first time they have visited a combat zone since becoming president, the unannounced visit of president donald trump and first lady melania trump to the al asad airbase in iraq was post-christmas.
  • 2017 - Saudi arabian-led intervention yemen: according emergency services and al masirah (houthi-owned), saudi arabian coalition air attacks killed 15 and wounded 60 people at al-shahra souq in taiz governorate.
  • 2016 - American actor george s. irving is best known as one of the final members of oklahoma's original production. at 94, heat miser, the voice of heat miser in the year without a santa claus, is dead.

Find out more about December 26th

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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.

Friday December 26, 1997