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December 08, 1997 was the 342nd day of the year 1997, under the sign of Sagittarius and the day of the week was Monday.
Is December 08, 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 08, 1997, who was born and died on December 08, 1997, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 08, 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 8th, 1997 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was December 08, 1997?
- December 08, 1997: What happened on that day?
- December 08, 1997: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 08, 1997: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on December 08, 1997?
- December 08, 1997: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- December 08, 1997: What famous people died on that day?
- December 08, 1997: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- December 08, 1997: Number 1 song on that day
- December 08, 1997: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- December 08, 1997: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- December 08, 1997: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- December 08, 1997: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on December 08, 1997?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 08, 1997?
- Who was the Pope on December 08, 1997?
What day of the week was December 08, 1997?
December 08, 1997 was a Monday and it was the 342nd day of the year 1997 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 08, 1997 can also be written as 12/8/1997 in the US and as 8/12/1997 in UK and Europe.
December 08, 1997: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on December 08, 1997:
- 8th billboard music awards: leann rimes and spice girls win.
- Myra hindley, one of the moors murderers, arrives at the high court of justice, to contest a recent home secretary's decision that she should remain in prison until she dies.
December 08, 1997: What were the main match results that day?
NBA - American Basketball
- Indiana Pacers - Utah Jazz : 97 - 106
- Los Angeles Lakers - Portland Trail Blazers : 99 - 105
- New Jersey Nets - Miami Heat : 97 - 105
- Philadelphia 76ers - Orlando Magic : 86 - 95
NFL - American Football
- Carolina Panthers - Dallas Cowboys : 23 - 13
Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)
- Nurnberg - Stuttgarter K : 1 - 0
Premier League - UK Soccer
- Sheffield Weds - Barnsley : 2 - 1
December 08, 1997: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 8th 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 08, 1997: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 08, 1997 is Ox and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on December 8th, 1997 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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December 08, 1997: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 08, 1997 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 08, 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 08, 1997 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 72% full, rising at 01:09 pm and setting at 01:48 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 08, 1997?
Famous people born on December 08, 1997:
- Jemina Montag
German athlete who won gold in the 2019 World Championships in the 4x400m relay.
- Sam Hauser
American basketball player.
- Chloe Morton
Youtube star.
Whose famous birthday is on December 8th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 8th:
![Jim Morrison]()
Jim MorrisonAmerican singer, songwriter and poet.
![Nicki Minaj]()
Nicki MinajRapper.
![Maximilian Schell]()
Maximilian SchellMaximilian Schell was an Austrian-Swiss actor, director, and producer who won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in the 1961 film...
![Ian Somerhalder]()
Ian SomerhalderAmerican actor, model, and director.
![Kim Basinger]()
Kim BasingerAmerican actress, sensual, full-lipped, and gorgeously beautiful.
![Teri Hatcher]()
Teri HatcherAmerican actress, most famous for her roles in "superman" tv series and "desperate housewives" tv series.
![David Carradine]()
David CarradineAmerican actor, first child of actor john carradine and first of his father's four wives.
![Francis Huster]()
Francis HusterFrench film actor, director, comedian, and scriptwriter.
![AnnaSophia Robb]()
AnnaSophia RobbAmerican singer and actress.
![Dominic Monaghan]()
Dominic MonaghanMovie actor.
December 08, 1997: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 26 years 4 months old,
or 316 months and 12 days old,
or 1375 weeks and 5 days old,
or 9630 days old,
if you were born on December 08, 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 08, 1997?
There are 233 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday December 8th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 08, 1997?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on December 08, 1997.
December 08, 1997: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on December 08, 1997:
- Bob Bell
American actor and clown (d. 1997).
- Leon Poliakov
At 87, historian dies.
- Carlos Rafael Rodríguez
What famous deaths happened on December 8th?
Famous deaths on December 8th:
![Ryan O'Neal]()
Ryan O'NealAfter starting his career as a stuntman in the movie industry, he became an actor on tv and screen.
![Marty Robbins]()
Marty RobbinsAmerican country-western singer/composer who had 43 top ten records and authored over 500 songs during a 30-year career.
![Gladys George]()
Gladys GeorgeAmerican actress (b. 1904).
![Rene Auberjonois]()
Rene AuberjonoisAmerican actor known for his roles in film, television, and theater.
![Caroll Spinney]()
Caroll SpinneyAmerican puppeteer and voice actor (d. 2019).
![Howard Rollins]()
Howard RollinsAmerican actor (born 1950).
![Robert Prosky]()
Robert ProskyAmerican actor (born 1930).
![Martha Tilton]()
Martha TiltonAmerican actress and singer (d. 2006).
![Carlotta Monti]()
Carlotta MontiLover of wc fields, who dies at the age of 86.
- John Lennon
Co-founder of the iconic rock band The Beatles, known for his influential songwriting and political activism.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on December 8th
December 08, 1997: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on December 08, 1997:
- Malta - Public Holiday.
- Panama - Mother's Day
- Romania - Constitution Day
- Bulgaria - Day of the Student (studentski praznik)
- R.C. Saints - The solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary: a Holy Day of Obligation
- Italy - In Milan, the opera season starts.
- Buddhism - The Enlightenment of Gautama Buddha
- Afflux (50 Aftermath) (Discordianism)
December 08, 1997: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on December 08, 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 08, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on December 08, 1997 was Candle In The Wind 1997 by Elton John, according to the music chart for the week December 8th and December 14th.
December 08, 1997: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on December 08, 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:
- Elton John - Candle In The Wind 1997
- Elton John - Something About The Way You Look Tonight
- LeAnn Rimes - How Do I Live
- Usher - You Make Me Wanna..
- LSG - My Body
December 08, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on December 08, 1997 was Perfect Day by Various Artists, according to the music chart for the week December 8th and December 14th.
December 08, 1997: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on December 08, 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:
- Various Artists - Perfect Day
- Teletubbies - Teletubbies Say Eh-Oh!
- Aqua - Barbie Girl
- All Saints - Never Ever
- Boyzone - Baby Can I Hold You / Shooting Star
December 08, 1997: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on December 08, 1997 was My Body by LSG, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 8th and December 14th.
December 08, 1997: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on December 08, 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:
- LSG - My Body
- Dru Hill - We're Not Making Love No More
- Boyz II Men - A Song For Mama
- Usher - You Make Me Wanna...
- Somethin' For The People Featuring Trina & Tamara - My Love Is The Shhh!
December 08, 1997: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on December 08, 1997 was Y Hubo Alguien by Marc Anthony, according to the Latin music chart for the week December 8th and December 14th.
December 08, 1997: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on December 08, 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:
- Marc Anthony - Y Hubo Alguien
- Alejandro Fernandez Featuring Gloria Estefan - En El Jardin
- Alejandro Fernandez - Si Tu Supieras
- Vicente Fernandez - Nos Estorbo La Ropa
- Marco Antonio Solis - La Venia Bendita
December 08, 1997: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on December 08, 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
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Richard Friedenberg
Starring: James Cromwell, Joseph Ashton, Tantoo Cardinal, Mika Boorem
Kundun
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Martin Scorsese
Starring: Tenzin Thuthob Tsarong, Gyurme Tethong, Tulku Jamyang Kunga Tenzin, Tenzin Yeshi Paichang
Joey
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Ian Barry
Starring: Jamie Croft, Rebecca Gibney, Alex McKenna, Harold Hopkins
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
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Roberto Benigni
Starring: Roberto Benigni, Nicoletta Braschi, Giorgio Cantarini, Giustino Durano
Country: United States of America
December 08, 1997: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on December 08, 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
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Peter Richardson
Bed & Breakfast
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Marcio Garcia
Sleepwalkers
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Mick Garris
Vampire Princess Miyu
Release year: 1997
Science Court
Release year: 1997
Starring: Jennifer Harrison, H. Jon Benjamin, Bill Braudis, Micaela Hebert
Country: United States of America
December 08, 1997: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on December 08, 1997 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Dirty Jokes And Beer
By: Drew Carey
Drew Carey is a well-known stand-up comedian and host of The Drew Carey Show. But do we know Drew Carey?
The Man Who Listens To Horses
By: Monty Roberts
Monty Roberts, a horse whisperer and American pioneer, is the real thing. His gentle Join-Up(r), training method shows how deep communication can be between man-and-animal.
The Letter
By: Richard Paul Evans
The Christmas Box Collection's final episode features MaryAnne and David Parkin finding a mysterious letter at Andrea's grave. This eventually brings joy to their relationship, which has been difficult for the past nineteen years.
Survival Of The Fittest
By: Jonathan Kellerman
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A diplomat's daughter disappears during a school field trip. She is lured into Santa Monica Mountains and murdered in cold blood.
The Matarese Countdown
By: Robert Ludlum
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.
December 08, 1997: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on December 08, 1997 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Castlevania Legends
Fighting Force
Colony Wars
Star Wars: Masters of Teräs Käsi
Burger Burger
Who was the US President on December 08, 1997?
On December 08, 1997 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 08, 1997?
On December 08, 1997 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on December 08, 1997?
On December 08, 1997 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about December 8th?
December 8th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 8th 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 8th, such as:
- 2018 - Corinaldo stampede - six people are killed, and many more are injured, as concertgoers rush to get out of a packed lanterna azzurra bar in corinaldo, ancona province in marche, italy. pepper spray was reportedly used inside the club.
- 2017 - Syrian civil war: russian aircraft strike a village in northwestern idlib governorate. there is a de-escalation zone. at least five civilians were killed.
- 2016 - War in donbass - according to a united nations report released today, the death toll from the war is estimated at 9,758 people as of december 1.
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.
