What Happened on February 20, 1997

Historical Events

  • Pam Gems' stage drama "Stanley" opens at Circle in the Square Theater, NYC; runs for 77 performances

Baseball Record

San Francisco Giants Barry Bonds signs record $22.9M 2 year contract

Famous Deaths

  • Zachary Breaux, American jazz guitarist, dies of a heart attack while trying to save a distressed swimmer in Miami Beach at 36
Died in 1997 1997 Highlights

About February 20, 1997

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 27 years, 2 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Wannabe - Spice Girls
  • UK #1 Song: Don't Speak - No Doubt