Friday May 16, 1997: on this day

May 16, 1997 was the 136th day of the year 1997, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Friday.

Is May 16, 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 16, 1997, who was born and died on May 16, 1997, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 16, 1997, which were the most popular songs (ex. Hypnotize by The Notorious B.I.G.), movies (e.g. Bent, directed by Sean Mathias), TV series (e.g. Born To Run) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 16th, 1997 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 16, 1997?


May 16, 1997 was a Friday and it was the 136th day of the year 1997 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 16, 1997 can also be written as 5/16/1997 in the US and as 16/5/1997 in UK and Europe.

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May 16, 1997: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 16, 1997:

  • Brandi sherwood, (idaho) replaces brook lee (miss universe) as miss usa.
  • Atlanta braves beat saint louis cardinals, 1-0 in 13 innings.
  • Brook mehealani lee, 26, of us crowned 46th miss universe.
  • U.s. president bill clinton issues a formal apology to the surviving victims of the tuskegee study of untreated syphilis in the negro male and their families, 25 years after the 40-year "study" was exposed by reporter jean heller.
  • President mobutu sese seko is exiled from zaire.
  • Mobutu sese seko, the president of zaire, flees the country.

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May 16, 1997: What were the main match results that day?

NBA - American Basketball

  • Miami Heat - New York Knicks : 95 - 90

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

  • Dusseldorf - Karlsruhe : 0 - 3
  • Hansa Rostock - Bayern Munich : 0 - 3

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Uerdingen - CZ Jena : 2 - 2
  • Wolfsburg - Unterhaching : 0 - 0

Eredivisie - Football (Netherlands)

  • Nijmegen - Roda JC : 2 - 1
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May 16, 1997: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 16th is Taurus.

Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus 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 16, 1997: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 16, 1997 is Ox and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on May 16th, 1997 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 16, 1997: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 16, 1997 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 16, 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 16, 1997 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 75% full, rising at 02:33 pm and setting at 03:09 am.

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

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Who was born on May 16, 1997?


Famous people born on May 16, 1997:

  • Silus Marner

    Silus Marner is a Canadian professional ice hockey forward who plays for the Toronto Maple Leafs in the National Hockey League.

  • Joyner Holmes

    Professional basketball player known for her skills on the court.

  • Iremide Ogunbowale

    Iremide Ogunbowale is an American professional basketball player for the Dallas Wings of the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA).

  • Cloe Mackie

    Movie actress.

  • Josh Temple

    Youtube star.

  • Martin Remacle
  • DrefGold
  • Maboundou Koné
  • Roberto Micheli
  • Terence Davis
  • Natalie Hauswirth
  • Jeong Tae-wook
  • Kamal Miller
  • Ugo Amadi
  • Gaizka Campos Bahillo

Whose famous birthday is on May 16th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 16th:

  • Megan Fox
    Megan Fox

    American actress and model.

  • Pierce Brosnan
    Pierce Brosnan

    He is an irish actor who is extremely handsome and has a nice look.

  • Janet Jackson
    Janet Jackson

    American actress and recording artist.

  • Melanie Lynskey
    Melanie Lynskey

    Melanie lynskey is a new zealand actress known for her roles in films such as heavenly creatures and tv shows like two and a half men.

  • Tori Spelling
    Tori Spelling

    American actress, and well-known family member, is the daughter of tv producer aaron spelling.

  • Henry Fonda
    Henry Fonda

    American actor.

  • Joseph Morgan
    Joseph Morgan

    Joseph morgan is a british tv actor best known for his role as klaus mikaelson in the tv series the vampire diaries and its spin-off, the...

  • Thomas Brodie-Sangster
    Thomas Brodie-Sangster

    Thomas brodie-sangster is a british actor known for his roles in popular tv shows and movies such as 'game of thrones' and 'love actually'.

  • Danny Trejo
    Danny Trejo

    Danny trejo is an american actor known for his tough-guy roles in various action films and television shows.

  • David Boreanaz
    David Boreanaz

    David boreanaz is an american actor best known for his roles in the television series buffy the vampire slayer and angel.

See more famous people and celebrities born on May 16th

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May 16, 1997: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 26 years 11 months old,

or 323 months and 9 days old,

or 1405 weeks and 6 days old,

or 9841 days old,

if you were born on May 16, 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 16, 1997?

There are 21 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday May 16th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 16, 1997?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 16, 1997.

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May 16, 1997: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 16, 1997:

  • Elbridge Durbrow

    American diplomat (born 1903).

  • Bones McKinney
  • Giuseppe De Santis

What famous deaths happened on May 16th?

Famous deaths on May 16th:

  • Jim Henson
    Jim Henson

    American puppeteer and director, producer, writer, and performer.

  • Andy Kaufman
    Andy Kaufman

    American actor who did stand-up comedy, impressionist and off-beat stand-up comedy on television, clubs, and at concerts.

  • Ronnie James Dio
    Ronnie James Dio

    American heavy metal vocalist (born 1942).

  • Alain Cuny
    Alain Cuny

    French actor.

  • Irwin Shaw
    Irwin Shaw

    American writer, "rich man, poor man", dies at the age of 71 (born 1913).

  • Marisa Mell
    Marisa Mell

    Austrian actress who was a cult character in 1960s italian b-movies.

  • Verley Tinsley

    Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist known for his investigative reporting.

  • Camala Markandaya

    Camala Markandaya was a renowned Indian novelist who explored themes of cultural conflict and social change.

  • Romaldo Giurgola

    Renowned Italian-born Australian architect known for his innovative designs.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on May 16th

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May 16, 1997: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 16, 1997:

  • Adelaide Cup day - South Australia (2005).
  • Teacher's Day in Malaysia.

Observances on May 16, 1997:

  • International Day of Living Together in Peace
  • International Day of Light [UNESCO]

Saints celebrated on May 16, 1997:

  • Saint HonorT of Amiens
  • Saint Andrew Bobola
  • Saint Ubaldus
  • Saint Simon Stock
  • Saint John Nepomuk or John Nepomucene (1330 - 1393)
  • Saint Brendan the Navigator - also in the Irish Calendar.
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May 16, 1997: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 16, 1997 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 12th and May 18th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 16, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 16, 1997 was Hypnotize by The Notorious B.I.G., according to the music chart for the week May 12th and May 18th.

May 16, 1997: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 16, 1997 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 12th and May 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Hypnotize youtube
  2. - MMMbop
  3. - Return Of The Mack
  4. - You Were Meant For Me
  5. - For You I Will

May 16, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 16, 1997 was Lovefool by The Cardigans, according to the music chart for the week May 12th and May 18th.

May 16, 1997: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 16, 1997 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 12th and May 18th. 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 16, 1997: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 16, 1997 was G.H.E.T.T.O.U.T. by Changing Faces, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 12th and May 18th.

May 16, 1997: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 16, 1997 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 12th and May 18th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - G.H.E.T.T.O.U.T.
  2. - Hypnotize youtube
  3. - I Belong To You (Every Time I See Your Face)
  4. - Cupid
  5. - Return Of The Mack

May 16, 1997: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 16, 1997 was Solo En Ti by Enrique Iglesias, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 12th and May 18th.

May 16, 1997: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 16, 1997 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 12th and May 18th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Solo En Ti
  2. - Secuestro De Amor
  3. - Unidos Para Siempre
  4. - Ya Me Voy Para Siempre
  5. - Sola Otra Vez

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May 16, 1997: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 16, 1997 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Bent

Bent

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Sean Mathias

Starring: Lothaire Bluteau, Clive Owen, Mick Jagger, Brian Webber

American Perfekt

American Perfekt

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Paul Chart

Starring: Amanda Plummer, Robert Forster, David Thewlis, Fairuza Balk

Trial and Error

Trial and Error

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Jonathan Lynn

Starring: Michael Richards, Jeff Daniels, Charlize Theron, Jessica Steen

The Blackout

The Blackout

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Abel Ferrara

Starring: Matthew Modine, Claudia Schiffer, Béatrice Dalle, Sarah Lassez

Buddy

Buddy

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Caroline Thompson

Starring: Rene Russo, Robbie Coltrane, Alan Cumming, Irma P. Hall

May 16, 1997: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 16, 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:

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

Bullyparade

Bullyparade

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Michael Herbig

May 16, 1997: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 16, 1997 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Personal History by Katharine Graham

Personal History

By:

Winner of 1998 Pulitzer Prize for Biography

Mcnally'S Gamble by Lawrence Sanders

Mcnally'S Gamble

By:

It's possible to lose your money when Lawrence Sanders's detective-dilettante plunges into a maelstrom of greed, passion and murder. Archy McNally was initially unofficially enlisted to confirm the bona.

The Notebook by Nicholas Sparks

The Notebook

By:

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.

Chromosome 6 by Robin Cook

Chromosome 6

By:

Behind the headlines on cloning--Dr. Robin Cook blends fact with fiction in one of his most terrifying bestsellers...Chromosome 6 is a prophetic thriller that challenges the medical ethics of genetic manipulation

Angela's Ashes by Frank McCourt

Angela's Ashes

By:

Angela's Ashes, Frank McCourt's bestselling memoir about his childhood in Ireland, is a Pulitzer Prize winner and #1 New York Times Bestseller.

May 16, 1997: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 16, 1997 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Cleopatra Fortune

Cleopatra Fortune

Platform: Arcade, PlayStation, Sega Saturn, Dreamcast, mobile phones

Genre: Puzzle

Publisher: Taito Altron (PlayStation and Dreamcast ports)

ClayFighter 63⅓

ClayFighter 63⅓

Platform: Nintendo 64

Genre: Fighting

Publisher: Interplay Entertainment

Breath of Fire III

Breath of Fire III

Platform: PlayStation, PlayStation Portable

Genre: Role-playing

Publisher: Capcom, Tommo Inc.

Dark Law: Meaning of Death

Dark Law: Meaning of Death

Platform: Super Famicom

Genre: Role-playing video game

Publisher: ASCII Corporation

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 16, 1997?

On May 16, 1997 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 16, 1997?

On May 16, 1997 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on May 16, 1997?

On May 16, 1997 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about May 16th?

May 16th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 16th 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 16th, such as:

  • 2019 - Sinai insurgency: 47 insurgents are killed and five egyptian soldiers are wounded in a gunfight on the sinai peninsula.
  • 2018 - Afghanistan war (2001-present: battle of farah): taliban forces claim that they have taken control the western city farah, after fighting for two days. after a similar attack on kunduz 2015, it is now the second provincial capital temporarily taken over.
  • 2017 - Wannacry ransomware attacks: symantec and kaspersky lab, cybersecurity companies, report that technical evidence links wannacry's ransomware attack with the north korean-backed lazarus group. also, cyberattacks against sony pictures and the swift banking system in the past are believed to have been carried out by north korea. (the guardian),

Find out more about May 16th

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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.

Friday May 16, 1997