Historical Events
- Breeders' Cup Horse Racing, Hollywood Park; winners: Countess Diana, Elmhurst, Ajina, Spinning World, Favorite Trick, Chief Bearhart, Skip Away
- Tampa Bay Devil Rays name their 1st manager Larry Rothschild
Famous Weddings
Alison Krauss
Bluegrass musician Alison Krauss marries Pat Bergeson
Died in 1997 1997 Highlights
About November 8, 1997
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 26 years, 5 months and 24 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Scorpio
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#1 Song: Candle In The Wind 1997/Something About The Way You Look Tonight - Elton John
#1 Song: Barbie Girl - Aqua
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