Saturday May 17, 1997: on this day

May 17, 1997 was the 137th day of the year 1997, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Saturday.

Is May 17, 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 17, 1997, who was born and died on May 17, 1997, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 17, 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 17th, 1997 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 17, 1997?


May 17, 1997 was a Saturday and it was the 137th day of the year 1997 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 17, 1997 can also be written as 5/17/1997 in the US and as 17/5/1997 in UK and Europe.

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May 17, 1997: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 17, 1997:

  • Sylvester stallone weds jennifer flavin in london
  • 123rd preakness: gary stevens aboard silver charm wins in 1:54.
  • Troops of laurent kabila march into kinshasa. zaire is officially renamed democratic republic of the congo.
  • Wibc bowling queens won by sandra jo shiery-odom.
  • Troops of laurent kabila march into kinshasa.

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May 17, 1997: What were the main match results that day?

NBA - American Basketball

  • Seattle SuperSonics - Houston Rockets : 91 - 96

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

  • Dortmund - Werder Bremen : 2 - 1
  • Hamburg - FC Koln : 0 - 4
  • Leverkusen - St Pauli : 3 - 0
  • M'gladbach - Bochum : 6 - 2
  • Munich 1860 - Schalke 04 : 2 - 1

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Leipzig - Ein Frankfurt : 2 - 3
  • Oldenburg - F Koln : 1 - 1

La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)

  • Betis - Sevilla : 3 - 3
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May 17, 1997: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 17th 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 17, 1997: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 17, 1997 is Ox and the associated element is Fire.

Discover the Ox personality and how the Fire Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

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May 17, 1997: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 17, 1997 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 17, 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 17, 1997 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 83% full, rising at 03:30 pm and setting at 03:38 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 17, 1997?


Famous people born on May 17, 1997:

  • Eric Beckerman

    Youtube star.

  • Malcom Braida
  • Alessio Castro-Montes
  • Andrea Favilli
  • Clelin Ferrell
  • Emanuele Fiume
  • Leonardo Flores
  • Givi Matcharashvili
  • Tommy Paul
  • Julija Pleškova
  • Daniel Asenov

Whose famous birthday is on May 17th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 17th:

  • Dennis Hopper
    Dennis Hopper

    American actor and director, who at 19 was the first to land a part in "rebel without a cause".

  • Adel Imam
    Adel Imam

    Adel imam is an egyptian actor known for his comedic roles in film and television.

  • Sugar Ray Leonard
    Sugar Ray Leonard

    Sugar ray leonard is a retired professional boxer and former undisputed welterweight champion.

  • Ross Butler
    Ross Butler

    Ross butler is a tv actor known for his roles in popular series such as 13 reasons why and riverdale.

  • Bob Saget
    Bob Saget

    Bob saget is an american actor and comedian best known for his role as danny tanner on the sitcom full house and as the original host of...

  • Derek Hough
    Derek Hough

    Derek hough is an american dancer and choreographer, best known for his work on the reality dance competition show 'dancing with the stars'.

  • Craig Ferguson
    Craig Ferguson

    Scots-american comedian, late-night tv host, writer, and director.

  • Nikki Reed
    Nikki Reed

    Nikki reed is an american actress known for her role as rosalie hale in the twilight saga.

  • Sasha Alexander
    Sasha Alexander

    Sasha alexander is an american television actress known for her roles in ncis and rizzoli & isles.

  • Andrea Corr
    Andrea Corr

    Irish actress and singer (the corrs), pianist and pianist.

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May 17, 1997: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 26 years 10 months old,

or 322 months and 11 days old,

or 1401 weeks and 5 days old,

or 9812 days old,

if you were born on May 17, 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 17, 1997?

There are 50 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 17th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 17, 1997?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 17, 1997.

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May 17, 1997: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 17, 1997:

  • Michail Byčkov
  • Francesco Loda
  • Giuseppe de Santis
  • Mikhaïl Bytchkov

What famous deaths happened on May 17th?

Famous deaths on May 17th:

  • Frank Gorshin
    Frank Gorshin

    American actor.

  • Edward Hardwicke
    Edward Hardwicke

    English actor (born 1932).

  • Bruce Fairbairn
    Bruce Fairbairn

    Canadian record producer and musician (born 1949).

  • Robert Webber
    Robert Webber

    Actor (nuts assassin, 10, 10), dies at 74.

  • Hugh Burden
    Hugh Burden

    Actor (night of the laughing dead), passes away at 72.

  • Kyston Williams

    Famous for his groundbreaking plays that explore social issues.

  • Lyndle Smith

    Pioneering scientist in the field of genetics, known for groundbreaking research.

  • Zahki Khan

    Successful business magnate known for revolutionizing the tech industry.

  • Geovannie Ramirez

    Renowned painter known for his vibrant and expressive artworks.

  • Wendle Ford

    Pioneering scientist in the field of biotechnology, known for groundbreaking research.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on May 17th

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May 17, 1997: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 17, 1997:

  • Norwegian Constitution Day or Syttende Mai.
  • Dfa das Letras Galegas ("Galician Literature Day") ? holiday in Galicia, honouring the Galician language.
  • International Day Against Homophobia aka IDAHO
  • Bahá'f Faith ? Feast of 'Azaamat (Grandeur) ? First day of the fourth month of the Bahá'f Calendar.

Observances on May 17, 1997:

  • UN Global Road Safety Week, 17-23 May (biennial) [WHO]
  • World Telecommunication and Information Society Day

Saints celebrated on May 17, 1997:

  • Saint Solochon
  • Saint Paschal Baylon or Pascal Baylon
  • Saint Montanus
  • Saint Dietmar
  • Saint Pamphamer
  • Saint Pamphalon
  • Saint Adrian of Alexandria
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May 17, 1997: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 17, 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 17, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 17, 1997 was Hypnotize by The Notorious B.I.G., according to the music chart for the week May 12th and May 18th.

May 17, 1997: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 17, 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 17, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 17, 1997 was Lovefool by The Cardigans, according to the music chart for the week May 12th and May 18th.

May 17, 1997: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 17, 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 17, 1997: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 17, 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 17, 1997: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 17, 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 17, 1997: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 17, 1997 was Solo En Ti by Enrique Iglesias, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 12th and May 18th.

May 17, 1997: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 17, 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 17, 1997: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 17, 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 17, 1997: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 17, 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 17, 1997: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 17, 1997 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Millionaire Next Door by Thomas J. Stanley and William D. Danko

The Millionaire Next Door

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The Millionaire Next Door, a bestseller, identifies seven traits that are common among people who have accumulated wealth.

The Gospel According To The Son by Norman Mailer

The Gospel According To The Son

By:

Norman Mailer combined fact and fiction to create unforgettable portraits of Marilyn Monroe, Gary Gilmore and Lee Harvey Oswald.

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.

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.

Personal History by Katharine Graham

Personal History

By:

Winner of 1998 Pulitzer Prize for Biography

May 17, 1997: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 17, 1997 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Doraemon: Nobita to Mittsu no Seireiseki

Doraemon: Nobita to Mittsu no Seireiseki

Platform: Nintendo 64

Genre: Action

Publisher: Epoch Co.

7th Legion

7th Legion

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Real-time strategy

Publisher: MicroProse

The Forgotten Realms Archives

The Forgotten Realms Archives

Platform: DOS, Windows

Genre: Compilation

Publisher: Interplay Entertainment

Dark Angel

Dark Angel

Platform: PC

Genre: 2D Platform game (run-and-gun), action-adventure

Publisher: Vicarious Visions

Gran Turismo

Gran Turismo

Platform: PlayStation

Genre: Racing game Sim racing[4]

Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment

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Who was the US President on May 17, 1997?

On May 17, 1997 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 17, 1997?

On May 17, 1997 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on May 17, 1997?

On May 17, 1997 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about May 17th?

May 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th 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 17th, such as:

  • 2019 - Canada-united states relations, mexico-united states relations: the united states lifted tariffs on steel from canada and mexico.
  • 2018 - International military intervention against isil. denmark announces partial withdrawal of its special forces in iraq after the fall of isil.
  • 2017 - Bundu dia kongo supporters free their leader and 50 others with an attack on makala prison in kinshasa (democratic republic of the congo).

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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 17, 1997