Historical Events
- British au pair Louise Woodward, 19, sentenced to life for the death of Matthew Eappen 8½ months (judge changes to time served)
Famous Birthdays
Marcus Rashford (26 years old)
English footballer (Manchester United) and advocate for school lunches, born in Wythenshawe, England
Famous Deaths
- Wilfrid Oulton, British Royal Air Force officer, dies at 86
Died in 1997 1997 Highlights
About October 31, 1997
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 26 years, 5 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Scorpio
Music Charts
#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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