Historical Events
- 70th National Spelling Bee: Rebecca Sealfon wins spelling euonym
- Jesse Timmedequas found guilty of rape and murder of Megan Kanka, 7
- Span scientists announce new human species in 780,000 year old fossil
Famous Deaths
- George Fenneman, American radio and TV announcer (You Bet Your Life), dies at 77
- Jeff Buckley, American musician and singer ("Hallelujah"), drowns at 30
- John Sengstacke, publisher (Defender), dies at 84
Died in 1997 1997 Highlights
About May 29, 1997
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 26 years, 10 months and 30 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: MMMBop - Hanson
#1 Song: I Wanna Be The One - Eternal Ft. Bebe Winans
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