What happened on Thursday October 23, 1997?

Here's what happened on October 23, 1997:

• Stock Market Volatility The Dow Jones Industrial Average experienced a significant drop of 186.88 points, reflecting market uncertainty and potential economic challenges.
• Triumph of Love Opens on Broadway The musical 'Triumph of Love' premiered at the historic Royale Theater in New York City, marking an important moment in Broadway's theatrical season.
• Death of Bert Haanstra Bert Haanstra, a renowned Dutch documentary and film director, passed away. Known for his innovative documentary filmmaking, Haanstra was a significant figure in Dutch cinema during the mid-20th century.
• Southeast Texas Tornado Outbreak A severe weather system generated eleven tornadoes across Southeast Texas, causing localized damage. Despite the extensive tornado activity, only one injury was reported, with no fatalities.
• San Francisco Morning Blackout A citywide electrical blackout occurred in San Francisco at 6:11 AM, causing disruption to morning activities and highlighting potential infrastructure vulnerabilities.

Events in 1997

October 23, 1997: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Oct. 23, 1997

Newspapers from Oct. 23, 1997

October 23, 1997: What were the main match results that day?

Division 3 - Football (United Kingdom)

• Doncaster - Swansea : 0 - 3

October 23, 1997 was a Thursday and it was the 296th day of the year 1997 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 23, 1997 can also be written as 10/23/1997 in the US and as 23/10/1997 in UK and Europe.

October 23, 1997 in October 1997 calendar

Famous people born on October 23, 1997:

• Nick Bosa

  Professional American football defensive end for the San Francisco 49ers, known for his exceptional pass-rushing skills and defensive...

Famous people born in 1997

Famous people born on October 23rd

Famous people died on October 23, 1997:

• Bert Haanstra

  Renowned Dutch documentary filmmaker who won multiple international awards, including the Cannes Grand Prix and an Oscar for his short...

• Pinchas Lapide
• Alfredo Ramos dos Santos

Famous people who died in 1997

Famous people who died on October 23rd

October 23, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 23, 1997 was Candle In The Wind 1997 by Elton John, according to the music chart for the week October 20th and October 26th.

1. Elton John - Candle In The Wind 1997
2. Elton John - Something About The Way You Look Tonight
3. Usher - You Make Me Wanna..
4. LeAnn Rimes - How Do I Live
5. Boyz II Men - 4 Seasons Of Loneliness

October 23, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 23, 1997 was Something About The Way You Look / Candle In The Wind by Elton John, according to the music chart for the week October 20th and October 26th.

1. Elton John - Something About The Way You Look / Candle In The Wind
2. Dario G - Sunchyme
3. Chumbawamba - Tubthumping
4. Backstreet Boys - As Long As You Love Me
5. Sash! featuring La Trec - Stay

October 23, 1997: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 23, 1997 was You Make Me Wanna... by Usher, according to the music chart for the week October 20th and October 26th.

1. Usher - You Make Me Wanna...
2. Somethin' For The People Featuring Trina & Tamara - My Love Is The Shhh!
3. Boyz II Men - 4 Seasons Of Loneliness
4. Brian McKnight Featuring Mase - You Should Be Mine (Don't Waste Your Time)
5. Total - What About Us

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 23rd is Scorpio.

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Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.

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October 23, 1997: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 23, 1997 is Ox and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on October 23, 1997 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 23, 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 October 23, 1997 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 34% full, rising at 11:53 pm and setting at 02:49 pm.

The previous full moon was on Oct 16, 1997 while the next full moon would come on Nov 14, 1997.

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Your place in the Universe on October 23, 1997

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Someone born on October 23, 1997 is:

27 years 6 months old,

or 330 months and 20 days old,

or 1437 weeks and 5 days old,

or 10064 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 23, 1997?

There are 163 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday October 23rd 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 23, 1997?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on October 23, 1997.

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