Historical Events
The Lost World: Jurassic Park
"The Lost World: Jurassic Park", directed by Steven Spielberg, and starring Jeff Goldblum and Julianne Moore, premieres in the US
Famous Weddings
Matthew Broderick & Sarah Jessica Parker
Film and stage actor Matthew Broderick (35) weds Sex and the City actress Sarah Jessica Parker (32) in New York
Famous Deaths
- Millie, dog of US President George H. W. Bush (Millie's Book), dies at 12
Died in 1997 1997 Highlights
About May 19, 1997
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 26 years, 11 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Taurus
Holidays: Victoria Day (Canada)
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#1 Song: MMMBop - Hanson
#1 Song: You're Not Alone - Olive
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