Thursday April 17, 1997: on this day

April 17, 1997 was the 107th day of the year 1997, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is April 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 April 17, 1997, who was born and died on April 17, 1997, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 17, 1997, which were the most popular songs (ex. Can't Nobody Hold Me Down by Puff Daddy), movies (e.g. Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery, directed by Jay Roach), TV series (e.g. The Vanishing Man) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 17th, 1997 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was April 17, 1997?


April 17, 1997 was a Thursday and it was the 107th day of the year 1997 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 17, 1997 can also be written as 4/17/1997 in the US and as 17/4/1997 in UK and Europe.

April 17, 1997 in April 1997 calendar

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April 17, 1997: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on April 17, 1997:

  • New jersey devils' goalie martin brodeur is second nhl goalie to score in a playoff game.
  • John bell, 115, recieves new heart pacemaker.

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

NBA - American Basketball

  • Golden State Warriors - Utah Jazz : 93 - 106
  • Portland Trail Blazers - Vancouver Grizzlies : 105 - 73
  • Sacramento Kings - Los Angeles Lakers : 99 - 108
  • Seattle SuperSonics - Denver Nuggets : 108 - 104

La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)

  • Espanol - Ath Madrid : 0 - 0
  • Oviedo - Santander : 1 - 5

Le Championnat - Football (France)

  • Lille - Cannes : 1 - 2
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April 17, 1997: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 17th is Aries.

Aries is the 1st sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between March 21st and April 19th belong to the Aries sign: discover Aries personality and who should a Aries marry.

Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 17, 1997: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

Ox chinese zodiac sign

The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 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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Discover the planets positions on April 17th, 1997 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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


Moon phase

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

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 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 April 17, 1997 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 81% full, rising at 02:52 pm and setting at 04:09 am.

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

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Who was born on April 17, 1997?


Famous people born on April 17, 1997:

  • Ryland Lynch

    Member of the band R5 and known for his musical talents.

  • Wilter Ayoví
  • Tilen Bartol
  • Nika Kentchadze
  • Dmitrij Lankin
  • Alicia Marín
  • Jorge Meré
  • Juwan Morgan
  • Philipp Ochs
  • Ricardo Rivera
  • Wajdi Sahli
  • Martin Samuelsen
  • Corey Sanders
  • Arturo Segado
  • Nikolaos Andrikopoulos
  • Álvaro Rivero
  • Lautaro Arellano

Whose famous birthday is on April 17th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 17th:

  • Victoria Beckham
    Victoria Beckham

    Posh is a british singer, who was also one of the spice girls.

  • Sean Bean
    Sean Bean

    Sean bean is an english actor known for his roles in the lord of the rings and game of thrones.

  • Roddy Piper
    Roddy Piper

    Roddy piper was a professional wrestler known for his time in the wwe and for his iconic feud with hulk hogan.

  • William Holden
    William Holden

    William holden was an american actor known for his roles in classic films such as sunset boulevard and the bridge on the river kwai.

  • Jennifer Garner
    Jennifer Garner

    American actress and film producer.

  • Olivia Hussey
    Olivia Hussey

    Argentinean-british actress, who made her acting debut at 16 with her beautiful, doe-eyed beauty in "romeo and juliet.

  • Rooney Mara
    Rooney Mara

    Rooney mara is an american actress known for her roles in films such as the girl with the dragon tattoo and carol.

  • James Last
    James Last

    German musician, bandleader, composer, arranger.

  • Adam McKay
    Adam McKay

    Adam mckay is a writer and director known for his work on comedy films such as anchorman, step brothers, and the other guys.

  • Nicholas D'Agosto
    Nicholas D'Agosto

    American film and television actor.

See more famous people and celebrities born on April 17th

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


You are 26 years 11 months old,

or 323 months and 12 days old,

or 1406 weeks and 1 day old,

or 9843 days old,

if you were born on April 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 April 17, 1997?

There are 19 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday April 17th 2024.

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

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

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


Famous people died on April 17, 1997:

  • Biju Patnaik

    Biju Patnaik was an Indian politician who served as the Chief Minister of Odisha for two terms and played a crucial role in the formation of...

  • Chayim Herzog

    Former President of Israel and a prominent figure in Israeli politics.

  • Bruno Radicioni
  • Carlo Maccari
  • Piet Hein

What famous deaths happened on April 17th?

Famous deaths on April 17th:

  • Deanna Durbin
    Deanna Durbin

    American actress and singer who made her debut film at the age of 14.

  • Kitty Carlisle
    Kitty Carlisle

    American actress, singer, socialite, and game show panelist (d. 2007).

  • Doris Roberts
    Doris Roberts

    American actress (b. 1925).

  • Michael Sarrazin
    Michael Sarrazin

    Michael sarrazin was a canadian actor known for his roles in films such as 'they shoot horses, don't they?' and 'the flim-flam man'.

  • Eva Novak
    Eva Novak

    Actress (medicine man), passes away at 90 from pneumonia.

  • Gabriel García Márquez

    A Colombian novelist and journalist, considered one of the most significant authors of the 20th century and a pioneer of the magical realism...

  • Benjerman Franklin

    Founding Father of the United States and successful businessman.

  • Jesua Garcia

    Pioneering researcher in the field of genetics.

  • Gabrella Marquez

    Gabrella Marquez was a Colombian novelist, short-story writer, screenwriter, and journalist, known for his novels such as 'One Hundred Years...

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


Holidays on April 17, 1997:

  • Pope Anicetus (died 166)
  • Blessed Radboud of Louvain (d.1142)

Saints celebrated on April 17, 1997:

  • Saint Gerwin of Oudenburg (d. 1117)
  • Saint Landricus
  • Saint Stephen Harding (d. 1134)
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April 17, 1997: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on April 17, 1997 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 14th and April 20th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


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

The number 1 song in the USA on April 17, 1997 was Can't Nobody Hold Me Down by Puff Daddy, according to the music chart for the week April 14th and April 20th.

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

The music chart in the USA on April 17, 1997 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 14th and April 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Can't Nobody Hold Me Down
  2. - You Were Meant For Me
  3. - Wannabe
  4. - For You I Will
  5. - All By Myself

April 17, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 17, 1997 was I Believe I Can Fly by R Kelly, according to the music chart for the week April 14th and April 20th.

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

The music chart in the UK on April 17, 1997 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 14th and April 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - I Believe I Can Fly
  2. - Bellissima
  3. - Don't Speak
  4. - Mama / Who Do You Think You Are?
  5. - Block Rockin' Beats

April 17, 1997: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 17, 1997 was In My Bed by Dru Hill, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 14th and April 20th.

April 17, 1997: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on April 17, 1997 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 14th and April 20th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

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

April 17, 1997: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on April 17, 1997 was Enamorado Por Primera Vez by Enrique Iglesias, according to the Latin music chart for the week April 14th and April 20th.

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

The Latin music chart on April 17, 1997 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week April 14th and April 20th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Enamorado Por Primera Vez
  2. - Ya Me Voy Para Siempre
  3. - O Soy O Fui
  4. - Mi Sangre Prisionera
  5. - Quien Pierde Mas

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April 17, 1997: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on April 17, 1997 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery

Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Jay Roach

Starring: Mike Myers, Elizabeth Hurley, Michael York, Mimi Rogers

Country: United States of America

Blackrock

Blackrock

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Steven Vidler

Starring: Laurence Breuls, Linda Cropper, Simon Lyndon, Chris Haywood

Leather Jacket Love Story

Leather Jacket Love Story

Release year: 1997

Directed by: David DeCoteau

Starring: Sean Tataryn, Christopher Bradley, Geoff Moody, Héctor Mercado

The Night Flier

The Night Flier

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Mark Pavia

Starring: Miguel Ferrer, Julie Entwisle, Dan Monahan, Michael H. Moss

Warriors of Virtue

Warriors of Virtue

Release year: 1997

Directed by: Ronny Yu

Starring: Angus Macfadyen, Mario Yedidia, Marley Shelton, Chao Li Chi

April 17, 1997: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on April 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:

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

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

April 17, 1997: What were the bestselling books on that day?

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

Small Vices by Robert B. Parker

Small Vices

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Ellis Alves is not an angel. His lawyer claims he was framed in the murder of Melissa Henderson, a college student... and asks Spenser for his help.

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.

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.

Evening Class by Maeve Binchy

Evening Class

By:

You had to be attentive to the quieter ones. They were the ones who found the true passion.

8 Weeks to Optimum Health by Andrew Weil

8 Weeks to Optimum Health

By:

Expanded and updated, the #1 New York Times bestselling book is now available. In it, one of America's most renowned doctors shares his famous plan for improving and protecting your overall health. Eight Weeks to OptimumHealth lays out Dr.

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

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

C-Dogs

C-Dogs

Platform: PC (DOS, Linux, Mac OS X, Windows), source ports to additional platforms

Genre: Action game

Publisher: Ronny Wester

Dragon Ball GT: Final Bout Dragon Ball: Final Bout

Dragon Ball GT: Final Bout Dragon Ball: Final Bout

Platform: PlayStation

Genre: Fighting

Publisher: NA Atari (reprint)

ABC Sports Indy Racing

ABC Sports Indy Racing

Platform: Windows

Genre: Racing

Publisher: ABC Interactive

Final Fantasy VII

Final Fantasy VII

Platform: PlayStation, Microsoft Windows, iOS, PlayStation 4

Genre: Role-playing

Publisher: PlayStation; JP Square WW Sony Computer Entertainment; JP Square; WW Sony Computer Entertainment; Microsoft Windows; Eidos Interactive

The Curse of Monkey Island

The Curse of Monkey Island

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Graphic adventure

Publisher: LucasArts

history

Who was the US President on April 17, 1997?

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

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

On April 17, 1997 the UK Prime Minister was Sir John Major (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on April 17, 1997?

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

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What is special about April 17th?

April 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th day of the month of April. 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 April 17th, such as:

  • 2019 - Russian military intervention in ukraine
  • 2018 - Syrian civil war - american-led intervention in civil war in syria: president donald trump and his administration are looking at replacing u.s. military forces with an arab force in syria.
  • 2017 - American pipeline operator williams partners agreed to sell an oil refinery in louisiana to nova chemicals, a canadian chemical company, for $2.1 billion.

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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 April 1997?

April 1997 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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 April 1997 calendar looked like.

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