Saturday May 31, 1997: on this day

May 31, 1997 was the 151st day of the year 1997, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Saturday.

Is May 31, 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 31, 1997, who was born and died on May 31, 1997, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 31, 1997, which were the most popular songs (ex. MMMbop by Hanson), movies (e.g. Batman & Robin, directed by Joel Schumacher), TV series (e.g. Riding The Tiger) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 31st, 1997 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 31, 1997?


May 31, 1997 was a Saturday and it was the 151st day of the year 1997 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 31, 1997 can also be written as 5/31/1997 in the US and as 31/5/1997 in UK and Europe.

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May 31, 1997: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 31, 1997:

  • Once upon a matress, closes at broadhurst theater nyc after 187 performances
  • Iraq disarmament crisis: iraqi military escorts on board an unscom helicopter try to physically prevent the unscom pilot from flying the helicopter in the direction of its planned destination, threatening the safety of the aircraft and their crews.
  • Hugo banzer wins the presidential elections in bolivia.
  • The 13-kilometer confederation bridge, the world's longest bridge spanning ice-covered waters, opens between prince edward island and new brunswick, canada.

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May 31, 1997: What were the main match results that day?

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

  • Dortmund - FC Koln : 2 - 1
  • Dusseldorf - Hamburg : 1 - 1
  • Freiburg - Karlsruhe : 1 - 1
  • Hansa Rostock - Schalke 04 : 0 - 1
  • Leverkusen - Bochum : 2 - 0

La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)

  • Betis - Sp Gijon : 0 - 1
  • Vallecano - Valencia : 3 - 1

La Liga Segunda Division - Football (Spain)

  • Ath Madrid B - Real Madrid B : 3 - 0
  • Barcelona B - Alaves : 2 - 3
  • Las Palmas - Lleida : 1 - 1
  • Osasuna - Levante : 1 - 0

Eredivisie - Football (Netherlands)

  • Nijmegen - Graafschap : 2 - 1
zodiac

May 31, 1997: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 31st is Gemini.

Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini 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 31, 1997: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 31, 1997 is Ox and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on May 31st, 1997 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 31, 1997: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 31, 1997 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 31, 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 31, 1997 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 14% full, rising at 02:37 am and setting at 04:28 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 22, 1997 while the next full moon would come on Jun 20, 1997.

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Who was born on May 31, 1997?


Famous people born on May 31, 1997:

  • Woo Jin-young

    South korean singer and rapper.

  • Inês Murta

    Portuguese tennis player.

  • Milka-Emilia Pasanen

    Finnish tennis player.

  • Jake Short

    Actor.

  • Cupcakke
  • Ali Gatie
  • Kang Ju-hyok
  • Fagrie Lakay
  • Brandon Loschiavo
  • Benedetta Morabito
  • Eli Pemberton
  • Tomislav Turčin
  • Víctor Campuzano
  • Adalberto Peñaranda
  • John Penisini
  • Nasir Adderley
  • Cameron Alexander
  • Max Besuschkow
  • Anastasios Chatzīgiovannīs

Whose famous birthday is on May 31st?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 31st:

  • Clint Eastwood
    Clint Eastwood

    American actor playing tough-guy roles.

  • Colin Farrell
    Colin Farrell

    He was an irish actor who got his breakthrough role in 1998 when he was cast as iin ballykissangel on bbc tv.

  • Brooke Shields
    Brooke Shields

    American actress and model.

  • Sandrine Bonnaire
    Sandrine Bonnaire

    French actress who has appeared in more than 40 hollywood and french films.

  • Lea Thompson
    Lea Thompson

    American actress and dancer.

  • Tom Berenger
    Tom Berenger

    American actor, film producer and television writer.

  • Joe Namath
    Joe Namath

    American football player who led the new york jets' winning campaign at super bowl iii.

  • Sharon Gless
    Sharon Gless

    American actress, whose greatest success was as a detective in the series "cagney and lacey" (1982).

  • Eric Christian Olsen
    Eric Christian Olsen

    American actor.

  • Don Ameche
    Don Ameche

    American actor, vaudeville and radio star with over 50 films dating back to 1936.

See more famous people and celebrities born on May 31st

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May 31, 1997: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 26 years 9 months old,

or 321 months and 28 days old,

or 1399 weeks and 5 days old,

or 9798 days old,

if you were born on May 31, 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 31, 1997?

There are 64 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 31st 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 31, 1997?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 31, 1997.

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May 31, 1997: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 31, 1997:

  • Jewel LaFontant-Mankarious

    Renowned lawyer known for her work in civil rights and as the first African American woman to argue a case before the U.S.

  • Jewel Lafontant

    First African-American woman to hold a U.S.

  • Rosie Will Monroe

    World war ii icon, rosie the riveter, dies at age of 76.

  • Poul Petersen
  • José González
  • Oswald Kaduk
  • Giuseppe Negri
  • Damiano da Bozzano
  • Johnny Papalia
  • Fernando Salmerón

What famous deaths happened on May 31st?

Famous deaths on May 31st:

  • Martha Hyer
    Martha Hyer

    Texas, united states -- actress.

  • Jean Stapleton
    Jean Stapleton

    American actress and singer (d. 2013).

  • Arlene Francis
    Arlene Francis

    American actress and television personality, she has been a fixture on "what's my line" for 25 years.

  • Dorothy Patrick
    Dorothy Patrick

    Actress (torch song - new orleans, high wall).

  • Adrienne Ames
    Adrienne Ames

    Actress (black sheep 24 hours), dies in 39.

  • Jack Dempsey
    Jack Dempsey

    In 1919, jess willard was defeated by american heavyweight boxing champion.

  • Joseph Haydn

    Austrian composer who was instrumental in the development of the classical symphony.

  • Emmogene Cunningham

    Pioneering computer scientist known for her work in artificial intelligence.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on May 31st

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May 31, 1997: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 31, 1997:

  • World No-Tobacco Day [WHO]
  • Syaday (Discordianism) (5th day of the season of Confusion, honors Apostle Sri Syadasti).
  • the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary
  • The Godiva procession.
  • IT Day.

Saints celebrated on May 31, 1997:

  • Saint Gislemerio
  • Saint Mechtilde of Diessen
  • Saint Petronella.
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May 31, 1997: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 31, 1997 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 26th and June 1st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 31, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 31, 1997 was MMMbop by Hanson, according to the music chart for the week May 26th and June 1st.

May 31, 1997: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 31, 1997 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 26th and June 1st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - MMMbop
  2. - Hypnotize youtube
  3. - Say You'll Be There
  4. - Return Of The Mack
  5. - You Were Meant For Me

May 31, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 31, 1997 was Lovefool by The Cardigans, according to the music chart for the week May 26th and June 1st.

May 31, 1997: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 31, 1997 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 26th and June 1st. 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 31, 1997: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 31, 1997 was G.H.E.T.T.O.U.T. by Changing Faces, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 26th and June 1st.

May 31, 1997: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 31, 1997 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 26th and June 1st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - G.H.E.T.T.O.U.T.
  2. - I Belong To You (Every Time I See Your Face)
  3. - Cupid
  4. - Hypnotize youtube
  5. - Thinking Of You/Let's Get Down

May 31, 1997: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 31, 1997 was Solo En Ti by Enrique Iglesias, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 26th and June 1st.

May 31, 1997: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 31, 1997 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 26th and June 1st. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Solo En Ti
  2. - Ya Me Voy Para Siempre
  3. - Unidos Para Siempre
  4. - El Destino
  5. - Secuestro De Amor

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May 31, 1997: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 31, 1997 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Batman & Robin

Batman & Robin

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Joel Schumacher

Starring: Arnold Schwarzenegger, George Clooney, Chris O'Donnell, Uma Thurman

Country: United States of America

Clockwatchers

Clockwatchers

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Jill Sprecher

Starring: Toni Collette, Parker Posey, Lisa Kudrow, Alanna Ubach

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

Con Air

Con Air

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Simon West

Starring: Nicolas Cage, John Cusack, John Malkovich, Colm Meaney

Country: United States of America

Career Girls

Career Girls

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Mike Leigh

Starring: Katrin Cartlidge, Lynda Steadman, Kate Byers, Mark Benton

May 31, 1997: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 31, 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:

Riding the Tiger

Riding the Tiger

Release year: 1997

Directed by: John Haptas and Kristine Samuelson

Born to Run

Born to Run

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Phil Coles

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

May 31, 1997: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 31, 1997 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Snow In August by Pete Hamill

Snow In August

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Brooklyn, 1947. The war vets have returned home. Jackie Robinson is on the verge of becoming a Dodger. A close-knit, working-class neighborhood has a 11-year-old Irish Catholic boy named Michael Devlin.

Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil by John Berendt

Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil

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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 …

Affair by Amanda Quick

Affair

By:

Charlotte Arkendale knew everything there was to know on men. She had made a career of steering married-minded women away form untrustworthy men.

The Partner by John Grisham

The Partner

By:

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLEROAs a young, popular partner in a thriving Mississippi legal firm, he was well-liked and well-paid. Patrick Lanigan then stole ninety million from his own law firm and fled for his life.

The Notebook by Nicholas Sparks

The Notebook

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Sometimes a love story captures our hearts so much that it becomes more than just a story. It becomes an experience we will never forget. The Notebook is one such book.

May 31, 1997: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 31, 1997 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Evolution: The Game of Intelligent Life

Evolution: The Game of Intelligent Life

Platform: Windows

Genre: Educational Life simulation Real-time strategy

Publisher: NA Interplay Entertainment

Carmen Sandiego's Great Chase Through Time

Carmen Sandiego's Great Chase Through Time

Platform: Microsoft Windows, Mac OS

Genre: Educational, adventure

Publisher: Brøderbund Software (1997–1999) The Learning Company (1999–present)

F1 Pole Position 64 Human Grand Prix: The New Generation

F1 Pole Position 64 Human Grand Prix: The New Generation

Platform: Nintendo 64

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Ubisoft

The Forgotten Realms Archives

The Forgotten Realms Archives

Platform: DOS, Windows

Genre: Compilation

Publisher: Interplay Entertainment

Marvel Super Heroes vs. Street Fighter

Marvel Super Heroes vs. Street Fighter

Platform: Arcade PlayStation Sega Saturn

Genre: Fighting

Publisher: Capcom

history

Who was the US President on May 31, 1997?

On May 31, 1997 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 31, 1997?

On May 31, 1997 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on May 31, 1997?

On May 31, 1997 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about May 31st?

May 31st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 31st 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 31st, such as:

  • 2019 - Taliban suicide car bomber kills 4 afghan civilians, inflicting more than 20 injuries on top of the four american soldiers.
  • 2018 - 2018 nicaraguan protests: after violent protests against nicaraguan president daniel ortega, catholic bishops have cancelled the episcopal conference talks they had planned with the government. according to nicaraguan human rights center 11 people were killed by pro-government armed group.
  • 2017 - Afghanistan war (2001-present). may 2017 kabul attack: at least 90 people are killed and 461 others injured in a suicide bombing in kabul, near the german embassy. (reuters via sbs), the guardian

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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.

Saturday May 31, 1997