Historical Events
- "Annie" closes at Martin Beck Theater NYC
- 700th World Series home run (Sandy Alomar, Cleveland Indians)
Famous Deaths
- Glen Buxton, American guitarist (Alice Cooper) and composer, dies at 49
- Harold French, British director and actor (The Cavalier of the Streets, Trio, Quartet), dies at 97
- Pilar Miró, Spanish screenwriter and director (Wether, Beltenebros), dies at 57
About October 19, 1997
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 25 years, 7 months and 13 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: Spice Up Your Life - Spice Girls
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