Historical Events
- 32nd Academy of Country Music Awards: Brooks & Dunn, George Strait, and Patty Loveless win
- Omaria massacre in Algeria: 42 villagers are killed.
Famous Deaths
- Dennis Compton, England cricket batsman & footballer (5,807 Test runs, Arsenal 1950 FA Cup), dies at 78
About April 23, 1997
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 25 years, 11 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Can't Nobody Hold Me Down - Puff Daddy (Featuring Mase)
#1 Song: I Believe I Can Fly - R. Kelly
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