Thursday March 20, 1997: on this day

March 20, 1997 was the 79th day of the year 1997, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is March 20, 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 March 20, 1997, who was born and died on March 20, 1997, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 20, 1997, which were the most popular songs (ex. Can't Nobody Hold Me Down by Puff Daddy), movies (e.g. The Saint, directed by Phillip Noyce), TV series (e.g. Shapes Of The Invisible) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about March 20th, 1997 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was March 20, 1997?


March 20, 1997 was a Thursday and it was the 79th day of the year 1997 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 20, 1997 can also be written as 3/20/1997 in the US and as 20/3/1997 in UK and Europe.

March 20, 1997 in March 1997 calendar

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March 20, 1997: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on March 20, 1997:

  • Play on!, opens at brooks atkinson theater nyc for 61 performances
  • Mens figure skating championship in lausanne won by elvis stojko
  • Liggett admits cigarettes are addictive.

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March 20, 1997: What were the main match results that day?

NBA - American Basketball

  • Denver Nuggets - Seattle SuperSonics : 97 - 123
  • Golden State Warriors - Orlando Magic : 95 - 100
  • Los Angeles Lakers - Cleveland Cavaliers : 89 - 76
  • Portland Trail Blazers - Milwaukee Bucks : 97 - 78
  • San Antonio Spurs - Phoenix Suns : 106 - 113
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March 20, 1997: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 20th is Pisces.

Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.

Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.

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March 20, 1997: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

Ox chinese zodiac sign

The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 20, 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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Discover the planets positions on March 20th, 1997 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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March 20, 1997: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on March 20, 1997 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 20, 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 March 20, 1997 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 93% full, rising at 03:04 pm and setting at 04:37 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 22, 1997 while the next full moon would come on Mar 24, 1997.

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Who was born on March 20, 1997?


Famous people born on March 20, 1997:

  • Jakorey Alford

    Jakorey Alford is an American football player who plays as a defensive back in the National Football League (NFL).

  • Shyhiem Hines

    Shyhiem Hines is a professional football player who has played in the NFL.

  • Bobby Cheng
  • Thomas Deng
  • Fredrik Dversnes
  • David Edwards
  • Marthã
  • Filip Hašek
  • Carlotta Baldo
  • Hussein Abdilkarim Mohamed
  • Simone Pontisso
  • Wifisfuneral
  • Benjamin Van Durmen
  • José Pacheco
  • Marija Istomina
  • Bryan Cabezas

Whose famous birthday is on March 20th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 20th:

  • Spike Lee
    Spike Lee

    Spike lee is a renowned director known for his work on films such as 'do the right thing' and 'malcolm x'.

  • Ruby Rose
    Ruby Rose

    Ruby rose is an australian model known for her work in the fashion industry and for her role as stella carlin in the tv series orange is the...

  • William Hurt
    William Hurt

    William hurt is an american actor known for his roles in acclaimed films such as 'kiss of the spider woman', 'broadcast news', and 'a...

  • Xavier Dolan
    Xavier Dolan

    Canadian french young actor and filmmaker, manuel tadros, a singer and actor of egyptian descent, was born to genevia"ve dolan and actor...

  • Bianca Lawson
    Bianca Lawson

    Bianca lawson is an american actress known for her roles in popular tv shows such as 'buffy the vampire slayer' and 'pretty little liars'.

  • Holly Hunter
    Holly Hunter

    Holly hunter is a renowned american actress known for her roles in films such as the piano, broadcast news, and the incredibles.

  • Christy Carlson Romano
    Christy Carlson Romano

    Christy carlson romano is an american singer and actress known for her role as ren stevens in the disney channel show 'even stevens' and as...

  • Fred Rogers
    Fred Rogers

    American children's tv host (d. 2003).

  • Kathy Ireland
    Kathy Ireland

    American model, actress, and furniture designer.

  • Carl Reiner
    Carl Reiner

    American screenwriter and producer of actor directors.

See more famous people and celebrities born on March 20th

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March 20, 1997: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 27 years and 30 days old,

or 324 months and 30 days old,

or 1413 weeks and 1 day old,

or 9892 days old,

if you were born on March 20, 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 March 20, 1997?

There are 335 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday March 20th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 20, 1997?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on March 20, 1997.

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March 20, 1997: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on March 20, 1997:

  • V. S. Pritchett

    English short story writer, essayist, and critic (b. 1900).

  • Carlo Fassi

    Figure skating coach (fleming hamill), has died at the age of 67.

  • Gaius de Gaay Fortman
  • Victor Sawdon Pritchett
  • Calibi
  • Anzor Lezhava
  • Marino Marini
  • Tony Zale
  • Ronnie Barron
  • Jean-Marie Prévost

What famous deaths happened on March 20th?

Famous deaths on March 20th:

  • Fred Rogers
    Fred Rogers

    American children's tv host (d. 2003).

  • Marilyn Maxwell
    Marilyn Maxwell

    American singer and actress (d. 1972).

  • Pranish Koirala

    Renowned leader who played a key role in Nepal's democratic movement.

  • Anira Ataliba

    Renowned Brazilian painter known for her vibrant and expressive artworks.

  • Lev Yashin

    Lev yashin was a soviet footballer known as the 'black spider' and is considered one of the greatest goalkeepers in the history of the...

  • Tarig Al-Wazir

    Prominent figure in the Palestinian Liberation Organization.

  • Elford Albin

    Renowned biologist known for his work in genetics and evolutionary biology.

  • Athalene Lane

    Renowned biologist known for her work in genetics and evolutionary biology.

  • Cova García

    Renowned poet known for her evocative verses.

  • Placida Viola

    Celebrated playwright who wrote compelling dramas.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on March 20th

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March 20, 1997: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on March 20, 1997:

  • Feast of St. Cuthbert, patron saint of Northumbria (died 704)
  • Canberra Day
  • Meat Out Day
  • International Astrology Day
  • New Year of Iranian Calendar: Norouz occurs on the vernal equinox.
  • The second day of Quinquatria in ancient Rome, held in honor of Minerva.
  • The vernal equinox usually occurs on this day.

Observances on March 20, 1997:

  • International Day of Happiness
  • French Language Day

Saints celebrated on March 20, 1997:

  • Saint Alexandra
  • Saint Herbert (died 687)
  • Saint Wulfram (d.704)
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March 20, 1997: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on March 20, 1997 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 17th and March 23rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


March 20, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 20, 1997 was Can't Nobody Hold Me Down by Puff Daddy, according to the music chart for the week March 17th and March 23rd.

March 20, 1997: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on March 20, 1997 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 17th and March 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Can't Nobody Hold Me Down
  2. - Wannabe
  3. - You Were Meant For Me
  4. - Un-Break My Heart youtube
  5. - In My Bed

March 20, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on March 20, 1997 was Don't Speak by No Doubt, according to the music chart for the week March 17th and March 23rd.

March 20, 1997: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on March 20, 1997 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 17th and March 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Don't Speak
  2. - Mama / Who Do You Think You Are?
  3. - Encore Une Fois
  4. - Alone
  5. - Where Do You Go

March 20, 1997: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 20, 1997 was Can't Nobody Hold Me Down by Puff Daddy (Featuring Mase), according to the R&B music chart for the week March 17th and March 23rd.

March 20, 1997: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on March 20, 1997 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 17th and March 23rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Can't Nobody Hold Me Down
  2. - In My Bed
  3. - Get It Together
  4. - For You I Will (From "Space Jam")
  5. - On & On

March 20, 1997: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on March 20, 1997 was Enamorado Por Primera Vez by Enrique Iglesias, according to the Latin music chart for the week March 17th and March 23rd.

March 20, 1997: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on March 20, 1997 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week March 17th and March 23rd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Enamorado Por Primera Vez
  2. - Juguete
  3. - Ya Me Voy Para Siempre
  4. - Quien Pierde Mas
  5. - Piensa En Mi

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March 20, 1997: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on March 20, 1997 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Saint

The Saint

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Phillip Noyce

Starring: Val Kilmer, Elisabeth Shue, Rade Serbedzija, Valeriy Nikolaev

That Old Feeling

That Old Feeling

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Carl Reiner

Starring: Bette Midler, Dennis Farina, Paula Marshall, Gail O'Grady

Double Team

Double Team

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Hark Tsui

Starring: Jean-Claude Van Damme, Dennis Rodman, Mickey Rourke, Paul Freeman

Sexual Roulette

Sexual Roulette

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Gary Graver

Starring: Tane McClure, Tim Abell, Gabriella Hall, Peter Spellos

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

March 20, 1997: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on March 20, 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:

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

Die Camper

Die Camper

Release year: 1997

Brass Eye

Brass Eye

Release year: 1997

Starring: Christopher Morris, Mark Heap, Kevin Eldon, Doon Mackichan

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

The Forgotten Toys

The Forgotten Toys

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Graham Ralph

March 20, 1997: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on March 20, 1997 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Hornet'S Nest by Patricia Cornwell

Hornet'S Nest

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In her latest novel Hornet's nest, Patricia Cornwell shifts from forensics into police procedures. This novel is not a thriller but a study of the characters. Judy Hammer, Chief of Police in Charlotte, North Carolina, Virginia West, Hammer's deputy and …

A Thin Dark Line by Tami Hoag

A Thin Dark Line

By:

Bayou Breaux, Louisiana is a place where terror stalks. The case against the accused murderer has been dismissed on technical grounds.

Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil by John Berendt

Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil

By:

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 …

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.

Personal History by Katharine Graham

Personal History

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Winner of 1998 Pulitzer Prize for Biography

March 20, 1997: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on March 20, 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

Extreme-G

Extreme-G

Platform: Nintendo 64

Genre: futuristic racing

Publisher: Acclaim Entertainment

Star Wars Jedi Knight: Dark Forces II

Star Wars Jedi Knight: Dark Forces II

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: First-person shooter

Publisher: LucasArts

Excalibur 2555 AD

Excalibur 2555 AD

Platform: PlayStation, Windows

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: Sir-Tech

Grandia

Grandia

Platform: Sega Saturn, PlayStation, PlayStation Network

Genre: Role-playing

Publisher: JP ESP Software; NA SCEA; EU Ubisoft; PAL Game Arts (PSN)

history

Who was the US President on March 20, 1997?

On March 20, 1997 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 20, 1997?

On March 20, 1997 the UK Prime Minister was Sir John Major (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on March 20, 1997?

On March 20, 1997 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about March 20th?

March 20th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 20th day of the month of March. 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 March 20th, such as:

  • 2019 - Disney completes the acquisition of 21st century fox from walt disney company for $71.3 billion (with the exception being the fox corporation's business, broadcasting network and sports assets).
  • 2018 - Syrian civil war: according to syrian state tv sana, a rocket from rebel-held eastern ghouta struck a damascus market, killing at most 35 people. (reuters) (channel news asia). two women and 15 children were killed in an airstrike in eastern ghouta.
  • 2017 - Iraqi civil war (2014-2017: a car bomb explodes in baghdad's hayy al-a'amel neighbourhood, killing at least 23 and injuring 45 more.

Find out more about March 20th

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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 March 1997?

March 1997 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with March being the 3rd 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 March 1997 calendar looked like.

Thursday March 20, 1997