Historical Events
Spice World
"Spice World" movie directed by Bob Spiers and starring girl pop group the Spice Girls premieres in the UK
49ers Retire #16
SF 49ers retire Joe Montana's #16
Famous Birthdays
- Maude Apatow, American actress (Euphoria), born in Los Banos, California
Famous Deaths
- Pananayiotis Taki Vatikiotis, Middle Eastern scholar, dies at 69
Died in 1997 1997 Highlights
About December 15, 1997
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 26 years, 4 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Candle In The Wind 1997/Something About The Way You Look Tonight - Elton John
- #1 Song: Teletubbies Say Eh-Oh! - Teletubbies