Famous Deaths
- Paul Edwin Zimmer, American sci-fi writer (Dark Border series), dies of a heart attack at 54
Died in 1997 1997 Highlights
About October 17, 1997
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 26 years, 6 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Candle In The Wind 1997/Something About The Way You Look Tonight - Elton John
- #1 Song: Something About the Way You Look Tonight/Candle in the Wind 1997 - Elton John