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January 24, 1997 was the 24th day of the year 1997, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Friday.
Is January 24, 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 January 24, 1997, who was born and died on January 24, 1997, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 24, 1997, which were the most popular songs (ex. Un-Break My Heart by Toni Braxton), movies (e.g. Absolute Power, directed by Clint Eastwood), TV series (e.g. Brass Eye) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 24th, 1997 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was January 24, 1997?
- January 24, 1997: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- January 24, 1997: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on January 24, 1997?
- January 24, 1997: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- January 24, 1997: What famous people died on that day?
- January 24, 1997: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- January 24, 1997: Number 1 song on that day
- January 24, 1997: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- January 24, 1997: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- January 24, 1997: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- January 24, 1997: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on January 24, 1997?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 24, 1997?
- Who was the Pope on January 24, 1997?
What day of the week was January 24, 1997?
January 24, 1997 was a Friday and it was the 24th day of the year 1997 in the Gregorian calendar.
January 24, 1997 can also be written as 1/24/1997 in the US and as 24/1/1997 in UK and Europe.
January 24, 1997: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 24th is Aquarius.
Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.
Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.
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January 24, 1997: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 24, 1997 is Ox and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on January 24th, 1997 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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January 24, 1997: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on January 24, 1997 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 24, 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 January 24, 1997 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 96% full, rising at 06:21 pm and setting at 08:01 am.
The previous full moon was on Jan 23, 1997 while the next full moon would come on Feb 22, 1997.
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Who was born on January 24, 1997?
Famous people born on January 24, 1997:
![Anthony Lewis]()
Anthony LewisR&b singer.
- Nirei Fukuzumi
Japanese racer.
- Dylan Snyder
Tv actor.
- Jonah Bobo
American actor.
- Justin James
- Kota Kikuchi
- Antonio Mogavero
- Teboho Mokoena
- Eugenio Molinatti
- Riccardo Orsolini
- Tommy Redding
- Yuri Ribeiro
- Mathías Villasanti
- Dylan Riley Snyder
- Ibrahim Drešević
- Hailey Duff
- Joshewa Frederick-Charlery
- Nicolás Carvacho
Whose famous birthday is on January 24th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 24th:
![Sharon Tate]()
Sharon TateAmerican actress, model and sex symbol.
![Mischa Barton]()
Mischa BartonMischa Barton is a British-American actress known for her role in the TV series 'The O.C.
![Nastassja Kinski]()
Nastassja KinskiGerman actress, well-known family member, the 1981 golden globe award winner for her role as the star in "tess of the d'urbervilles" was won...
![Daniel Auteuil]()
Daniel AuteuilFrench actor and one of france's most versatile actors, he has appeared in over 75 films since 2009 and continues to deliver strong...
![Ed Helms]()
Ed HelmsEd helms is an american actor, comedian, and singer known for his role as andy bernard in the television series the office and as stu price...
![Riya Sen]()
Riya SenRiya sen is an indian actress known for her work in bollywood films and for being part of the famous sen family in the indian film industry.
![Tatyana Ali]()
Tatyana AliTatyana ali is an american singer and actress best known for her role as ashley banks on the tv show the fresh prince of bel-air.
![Michio Kaku]()
Michio KakuAmerican theoretical physicist and city college professor in new york city.
![Michelle Hunziker]()
Michelle HunzikerSwiss-italian tv hostess, actress and model, as well as singer.
![Ernest Borgnine]()
Ernest BorgnineAmerican actor and tv star whose career spans more than six decades.
January 24, 1997: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 27 years 2 months old,
or 326 months and 26 days old,
or 1421 weeks
or 9947 days old,
if you were born on January 24, 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 January 24, 1997?
There are 280 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday January 24th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 24, 1997?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on January 24, 1997.
January 24, 1997: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on January 24, 1997:
- Callum Alexander MacDonald
He is a historian who dies at 49.
- Soulis Georgiades
- Domenico Ceccarossi
- Luigi Gioacchino Nebbia
- Jorge Arguindegui
- Suzy Vernon
- Jean Dauby
What famous deaths happened on January 24th?
Famous deaths on January 24th:
![Gordon MacRae]()
Gordon MacRaeAmerican singer and actor, who was a well-known musical comedy star in the 1950s.
![Pernell Roberts]()
Pernell RobertsPernell Roberts was an American actor known for his role as Adam Cartwright in the TV series Bonanza.
![Winston Churchill]()
Winston ChurchillBritish politician, descendant of the 1st duke of marlborough (1650-16722).
![Madge Bellamy]()
Madge BellamyHillsboro, texas -- actress ("white zombie").
![Jerome Cowan]()
Jerome CowanActor (mr dithers -blondie) dies at 74.
![Lil Dagover]()
Lil DagoverDutch-born german actress (born in 1887).
![Larry Fine]()
Larry FineAmerican comedian and actor (born in 1902).
See more famous people and celebrities who died on January 24th
January 24, 1997: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on January 24, 1997:
- Jim Ross Day - State of Oklahoma
- Roman Catholic Church - Feasts of St. Francis de Sales and Our Lady of Peace
- Roman Empire - first day of the Sementivae in honor of Ceres and Terra
Observances on January 24, 1997:
- International Day of Education
January 24, 1997: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on January 24, 1997 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 20th and January 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
January 24, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on January 24, 1997 was Un-Break My Heart by Toni Braxton, according to the music chart for the week January 20th and January 26th.
January 24, 1997: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on January 24, 1997 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 20th and January 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Toni Braxton - Un-Break My Heart
- En Vogue - Don't Let Go (Love)
- R. Kelly - I Believe I Can Fly
- Keith Sweat - Nobody
- Whitney Houston - I Believe In You And Me
January 24, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on January 24, 1997 was Professional Widow (It's Got To Be Big) by Tori Amos, according to the music chart for the week January 20th and January 26th.
January 24, 1997: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on January 24, 1997 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 20th and January 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Tori Amos - Professional Widow (It's Got To Be Big)
- The Spice Girls - 2 Become 1
- Madonna - Don't Cry For Me Argentina
- White Town - Your Woman
January 24, 1997: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on January 24, 1997 was Don't Let Go (Love) by En Vogue, according to the R&B music chart for the week January 20th and January 26th.
January 24, 1997: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on January 24, 1997 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week January 20th and January 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- En Vogue - Don't Let Go (Love)
- R. Kelly - I Believe I Can Fly (From "Space Jam")
- Toni Braxton - Un-Break My Heart
- Whitney Houston - I Believe In You And Me (From "The Preacher's Wife")
- MC Lyte - Cold Rock A Party
January 24, 1997: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on January 24, 1997 was Asi Como Te Conoci by Marco Antonio Solis, according to the Latin music chart for the week January 20th and January 26th.
January 24, 1997: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on January 24, 1997 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week January 20th and January 26th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Marco Antonio Solis - Asi Como Te Conoci
- Los Tigres del Norte - No Pude Enamorarme Mas
- Enrique Iglesias - Trapecista
- Grupo Mojado - Piensa En Mi
- Joe Luciano - El Baile De La Botella
January 24, 1997: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on January 24, 1997 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Absolute Power
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Clint Eastwood
Starring: Clint Eastwood, Gene Hackman, Ed Harris, Laura Linney
Menno's Mind
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Jon Kroll
Starring: Billy Campbell, Stephanie Romanov, Corbin Bernsen, Michael Dorn
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
Once Upon a Time in China and America
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Sammo Kam-Bo Hung
Starring: Jet Li, Rosamund Kwan, Xin Xin Xiong, Kwok-Pong Chan
Star Maps
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Miguel Arteta
Starring: Douglas Spain, Efrain Figueroa, Kandeyce Jorden, Martha Velez
January 24, 1997: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on January 24, 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:
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
Release year: 1997
Directed by: Graham Ralph
Staying Alive
Release year: 1996
Directed by: Sylvester Stallone
Out of Sight
Release year: 1996
Directed by: Steven Soderbergh
Science Court
Release year: 1997
Starring: Jennifer Harrison, H. Jon Benjamin, Bill Braudis, Micaela Hebert
Country: United States of America
January 24, 1997: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on January 24, 1997 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Angela's Ashes
By: Frank McCourt
Angela's Ashes, Frank McCourt's bestselling memoir about his childhood in Ireland, is a Pulitzer Prize winner and #1 New York Times Bestseller.
The Fallen Man
By: Tony Hillerman
The remains of a murder victim whose bones have remained undiscovered for over a decade lie on a ledge below Ship Rock mountain's peak. A sniper's bullet kills a harmless canyon guide who has traveled three hundred miles across the …
The Notebook
By: Nicholas Sparks
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.
The Rules
By: Ellen Fein, Sherrie Schneider
Hardcover book in excellent condition, no marks or bent pages. The "Rules" paperback will be provided for free, but it is stained from age.
The English Patient
By: Michael Ondaatje
Michael Ondaatje's Booker Prize-winning novel, which won the Booker Prize, demonstrates the interplay of four lives at the end of World War II in an abandoned villa in Italy.
January 24, 1997: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on January 24, 1997 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
DoDonPachi
The Crow: City of Angels
Grand Theft Auto
The Bombing Islands
Carmen Sandiego Word Detective
Who was the US President on January 24, 1997?
On January 24, 1997 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 24, 1997?
On January 24, 1997 the UK Prime Minister was Sir John Major (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on January 24, 1997?
On January 24, 1997 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about January 24th?
January 24th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 24th day of the month of January. 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 January 24th, such as:
- 2019 - Adelaide, south australia, experiences its highest temperature ever since 1939. it reaches 46.6 degrees celsius (115.9 degrees fahrenheit) at 3:36pm local. this is the highest temperature ever recorded in any australian capital. high temperatures have proved fatal to significant numbers of local livestock.
- 2018 - War in afghanistan (2001-present: 2018 save the children jalalabad attack: an attack on save the children jalalabad charity's offices in the eastern afghan city jalalabad.
- 2017 - 89th academy awards: the nominees for 2017 academy awards have been announced. hidden figures, moonlight, and la la land are some of the most popular.
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 January 1997?
January 1997 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with January being the 1st 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.
