Historical Events
11th American Comedy Award
11th American Comedy Award: Debbie Reynolds wins
- 47th NBA All-Star Game, Gund Arena, Cleveland, OH: East beats West, 132-120; MVP: Glen Rice, Charlotte Hornets, F
The Simpsons Record Run
Fox cartoon series "The Simpsons" airs 167th episode; longest-running animated series in cartoon history
Famous Birthdays
- Bella Poarch, Filipina-American singer and TikToker (most liked video on TikTok), born in the Philippines
- Catie Waters, American jazz and R&B singer-songwriter, born in Fayetteville, Arkansas
Famous Deaths
- Barry Evans, English actor (Dr Upton-Dr in the House), dies in mysterious circumstances at 53
- Brian Connolly, Scottish rock singer (Sweet, 1968-79- "The Ballroom Blitz"), dies of heart failure at 51
- L.F. "Jack" Owen, American blues singer and guitarist ("It Must've Been The Devil"), dies at 92
Died in 1997 1997 Highlights
About February 9, 1997
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 27 years, 2 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Un-Break My Heart - Toni Braxton
- #1 Song: Discotheque - U2