Famous Birthdays
- Andreas Varady, Hungarian-Romani jazz guitarist, born in Rimavská Sobota, Slovakia
Famous Deaths
- Andrew Cunanan, American serial killer (Gianni Versace), commits suicide at 27
- Brian Glover, British actor and wrestler (Alien 3, Kes), dies of a brain tumor at 63
- Frank Parker, American tennis player (4-time Grand Slam singles winner), dies at 81
- Saw Maung, Burmese general (President of Myanmar (Burma) (1988-92), dies at 68
- William J. Brennan, Jr. American Supreme Court judge (1956-90), dies at 91
Died in 1997 1997 Highlights
About July 24, 1997
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 26 years, 9 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Leo
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