Historical Events
- "Annie" opens at Martin Beck Theater New York City, and runs for 239 performances.
- NHL announces Anaheim Mighty Ducks & Vancouver Canucks to open 1998 season in Japan
- Thirty-nine bodies found in the Heaven's Gate cult suicides
Famous Deaths
- Marshall Applewhite, American cult leader (Heaven's Gate), dies leading a mass suicide at 65
Died in 1997 1997 Highlights
About March 26, 1997
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 27 years, 1 month and 8 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Aries
Music Charts
#1 Song: Can't Nobody Hold Me Down - Puff Daddy (Featuring Mase)
#1 Song: Mama/Who Do You Think You Are - Spice Girls
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