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
About November 8, 1997
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 25 years, 10 months and 22 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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