What Happened on February 9, 1997

Historical Events

11th American Comedy Award

11th American Comedy Award: Debbie Reynolds wins

  • 47th NBA All-Star Game, Gund Arena, Cleveland, OH: East beats West, 132-120; MVP: Glen Rice, Charlotte Hornets, F

The Simpsons Record Run

Fox cartoon series "The Simpsons" airs 167th episode; longest-running animated series in cartoon history


Famous Birthdays

  • Bella Poarch, Filipina-American singer and TikToker (most liked video on TikTok), born in the Philippines
  • Catie Waters, American jazz and R&B singer-songwriter, born in Fayetteville, Arkansas

Famous Deaths

  • Barry Evans, English actor (Dr Upton-Dr in the House), dies in mysterious circumstances at 53
  • Brian Connolly, Scottish rock singer (Sweet, 1968-79- "The Ballroom Blitz"), dies of heart failure at 51
  • L.F. "Jack" Owen, American blues singer and guitarist ("It Must've Been The Devil"), dies at 92
Died in 1997 1997 Highlights

About February 9, 1997

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 27 years, 2 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Aquarius

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Un-Break My Heart - Toni Braxton
  • UK #1 Song: Discotheque - U2