Famous Deaths
- Eugene M. Shoemaker, American planetary scientist and geologist (Shoemaker-Levy comet), dies at 69
- James Goldsmith, French-British business tycoon and politician (Member of European Parliament, 1994-97; founder of UK's Referendum Party), dies of pancreatic cancer at 64
Died in 1997 1997 Highlights
About July 18, 1997
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 26 years, 9 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
#1 Song: I'll Be Missing You - Puff Daddy & Faith Evans Featuring 112
#1 Song: D'you Know What I Mean? - Oasis
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