What Happened on April 23, 1997

Historical Events

Academy of Country Music Awards

32nd Academy of Country Music Awards: Brooks & Dunn, George Strait, and Patty Loveless win

  • Omaria massacre in Algeria: 42 villagers are killed.

Famous Deaths

  • Dennis Compton, England cricket batsman and footballer (5,807 Test runs, Arsenal 1950 FA Cup), dies at 78
1997 Highlights

About April 23, 1997

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 26 years, 11 months and 6 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Taurus

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Can't Nobody Hold Me Down - Puff Daddy (Featuring Mase)
  • UK #1 Song: I Believe I Can Fly - R. Kelly