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Offbeat Datebook: Births and Deaths (sorted by age), Events and Holidays for January 17

Last Updated 01-19-2024

⛪🎭James Earl Jones -- is 93 in the year 2024 and 94 in the year 2025; b.1/17/1931
Protestant, TV/Movie/Stage Actor, Cartoon Voice Actor
Names/Places: b. in Arkabutla, Miss.
Misc: stage: Macbeth, Othello, The Emperor Jones; has a Shakesperian voice
TV Shows: Roots (as Alex Haley as an Adult), Paris (as Woody Paris), Vegetable Soup, Gabriel's Fire (as Gabriel Bird), Pros & Cons (as Gabriel Bird); Long Ago & Far Away (PBS), "This is CNN"
Movie Titles: Star Wars (as Darth Vader voicist), The Great White Hope, Exorcist II, Soul Man, The Hunt For Red October, Field of Dreams, Under One Roof, The Lion King (as the father of Simba)

🎭Tom Lowell -- is 83 in the year 2024 and 84 in the year 2025; b.1/17/1941
Actor
Misc: retired from acting in 1979
TV Shows: Combat (as Nelson)
Movie Titles: Escape from the Planet of the Apes, That Darn Cat!

🎭Todd Susman -- is 77 in the year 2024 and 78 in the year 2025; b.1/17/1947
Actor, Comedian
TV Shows: The Bob Crane Show, Goodnight Beantown

🎵🎸Mick Taylor -- is 75 in the year 2024 and 76 in the year 2025; b.1/17/1949
Hall of Famer, Bassist, Pianist, Rock and Roll Singer/Guitarist, English
Names/Places: MN:Michael
Group Names: Rolling Stones (1969-75), The Bluesbreakers

🎭Steve Harvey -- is 67 in the year 2024 and 68 in the year 2025; b.1/17/1957
Hall of Famer, Actor, Comedian, Game Show Host, Producer (m)
Misc: in the NAB Radio Hall of Fame
TV Shows: Me and the Boys (as Steve Hayes), The Steve Harvey Show (as Vice Principal Steve Hightower), Steve Harvey (talk show host), Family Feud (host)
Movie Titles: The Original Kings of Comedy, Steve Harvey's Big Time, The Fighting Temptations, Racing Stripes

✍🎭🎵🎸Susanna Hoffs -- is 65 in the year 2024 and 66 in the year 2025; b.1/17/1959 N.S.
Author (f), TV/Movie Actress, Songwriter, Percussionist, Rock and Roll Singer/Guitarist
Names/Places: b. in Los Angeles; Jay Roach's wife, mother of two sons: Sam Rayfield and Jackson.
Misc: not b. 1957 or 1961 or 1962 when People wrote me about the two ages of her in a Mar 1991 issue as well as a band member of Susanna's confirmed in another interview
Book Titles: The Bird Has Flown
Group Names: The Bangles (lead singer), soloist, Ming Tea, Matthew Sweet and Susanna Hoffs
Song Titles: Hero Takes a Fall, Going Down to Liverpool, Manic Monday, If She Knew What She Wants, Walk Like an Egyptian (a song so novelty-ish and made fun of that it put her in the Demented Datebook), Walking Down Your Street, Hazy Shade of Winter, In Your Room, Eternal Flame, My Side of the Bed, All I Want
Album Titles: Bangles, All Over The Place, Different Light, Everything, Doll Revolution, Sweetheart of the Sun, When You're a Boy, Susanna Hoffs, Someday
Movie Titles: The Allnighter

🎭Joseph C. Phillips -- is 62 in the year 2024 and 63 in the year 2025; b.1/17/1962
Actor
TV Shows: The Cosby Show (as Lt. Martin Kendall)
Movie Titles: Getting Played, Strictly Business, Church the Movie

🎨✍🎭Jim Carrey -- is 62 in the year 2024 and 63 in the year 2025; b.1/17/1962 N.S.
Painter (m), Screenwriter, TV/Movie Actor, Comedian, Producer (m), Impressionist, Canadian
Names/Places: aka James Carrey; Lauren Holly's ex-husband
TV Shows: The Duck Factory, In Living Color (as Pee Wee Herman, Fire Marshall Bill, Vera de Milo, & regular)
Movie Titles: Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, The Mask, Dumb and Dumber, Batman Forever (as The Riddler), Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls, The Cable Guy, The Truman Show, Me Myself and Irene, Man on the Moon, How the Grinch Stole Christmas, The Majestic, Bruce Almighty, Mr. Sunshine, Lemony Snickets' A Series of Unfortunate Events, Fun with Dick and Jane, The Number 23, Horton Hears a Who, Yes Man, Under The Sea 3-D, A Christmas Carol, Mr. Popper's Penguins, The Incredible Burt Wonderstone, Kick-Ass 2, Dumb and Dumber To

🎭Joshua Malina -- is 58 in the year 2024 and 59 in the year 2025; b.1/17/1966
Actor, Producer (m)
TV Shows: Sports Night (as Jeremy Goodman), The West Wing (as Will Bailey), Scandal (as David Rosen)
Movie Titles: The First Time

🎭Linda Kash -- is 57 in the year 2024 and 58 in the year 2025; b.1/17/1967
Actress, Commercial Actress, Director (m), Canadian
Misc: Kraft Philadelphia Cream Cheese Angel
TV Shows: Style and Substance
Movie Titles: Cinderella Man, Best in Show, Are We Done Yet?, Waiting For Guffman

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🎭Robert Hines -- is 54 in the year 2024 and 55 in the year 2025; b.1/17/1970
Actor, Comedian
Movie Titles: A Midwinter's Tale, Hellraiser, Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, Wetherby

💰🎮Leslie Benzies -- is 53 in the year 2024 and 54 in the year 2025; b.1/17/1971 N.S.
Executive, Video Game Programmer, Scottish
Video Games: Grand Theft Auto (series)

🎭🎵Zooey Deschanel -- is 44 in the year 2024 and 45 in the year 2025; b.1/17/1980
Actress, Songwriter, Singer
Names/Places: pron: ZOH'-ee deh-shuh-NEHL'
TV Shows: The New Girl (as Jessica "Jess" Christopher Day)
Movie Titles: The Happening, Almost Famous, The Good Girl, The New Guy, Elf, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, Failure to Launch, Yes Man, 500 Days of Summer, Maniac, All The Real Girls, Winter Passing, Bridge to Terabithia

🎭Kelly Marie Tran -- is 35 in the year 2024 and 36 in the year 2025; b.1/17/1989 N.S.
Actress
Movie Titles: Star Wars: The Last Jedi

🎭Marjorie Gateson -- Birth Anniversary -- b.1/17/1891 d.4/17/1977 (86)
Actress, Vaudevillaness
TV Shows: One Man's Family (as Fanny)

🎨Antonio Prohias -- Birth Anniversary -- b.1/17/1921 d.2/24/1998 (77)
Cartoonist, Cuban
Misc: Created "Spy vs. Spy" for M*A*D Magazine

🎭Betty White -- Birth Anniversary -- b.1/17/1922 N.S. d.12/31/2021 N.S. (99)
Hall of Famer, Actress, TV Hostess, Game Show Hostess, Panelist
Names/Places: b. in Oak Park, Ill.; Allen Ludden's widow
Misc: some say b. 1917 or 1924
TV Shows: Life with Elizabeth (as Elizabeth), Date with the Angels (as Vicki Angel), Jack Paar Show (semi regular), The Mary Tyler Moore Show (as Sue Ann Nivens), Liar's Club (panelist), Password (panelist), Match Game (panelist), Betty White Show (as Joyce Whitman), Mama's Family (as Ellen Jackson), The Golden Girls (as Rose Nylund), The Golden Palace (as Rose Nylund), Bob (as Sylvia Schmidt), Maybe This Time (as Shirley), Ladies Man (as Mitzi Stiles), Bold & The Beautiful (as Ann Douglas), Hot in Cleveland (as Elka Ostrovsky)

🎭🎵Eartha Kitt -- Birth Anniversary -- b.1/17/1927 d.12/25/2008 (81)
TV/Movie Actress, Dancer (m), Singer
Names/Places: b. in North, S.C.
Misc: some college students recently discovered her birth certificate and showed it to her. She said she had given herself the birthdate of January 26, 1928 because she never knew her actual date of birth until she saw the certificate. Her real birthdate is January 17, 1927.
Song Titles: Santa Baby, C'est Si Bon
TV Shows: Batman (as Catwoman)
Movie Titles: Boomerang

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🎭Sheree North -- Birth Anniversary -- b.1/17/1932 N.S. d.11/4/2005 N.S. (73)
TV/Movie Actress, Dancer (m)
Names/Places: b. in Los Angeles; RN:Dawn Bethel
TV Shows: Big Eddie, I'm a Big Girl Now, Bay City Blues

✍🎭🎵Shari Lewis -- Birth Anniversary -- b.1/17/1933 d.8/2/1998 (65)
Children's Author (m), TV/Stage Actress, Comedienne, TV Hostess, Puppet Actress, Ventriloquist, Dancer (m), Singer
Names/Places: b. in New York City; RLN:Hurwitz
Misc: with Lamb Chop; Howard Stern hated puppet shows like hers; some say b. 1934.

🎭Stuart Nisbet -- Birth Anniversary -- b.1/17/1934 N.S. d.6/23/2016 N.S. (82)
Actor
TV Shows: Dragnet, The Virginian, Bonanza, Dennis the Menace, Little House on the Prairie, L.A. Law, The Dukes of Hazzard, The Golden Girls
Movie Titles: The Graduate, Earthquake, Oh God, The Fabulous Baker Boys, Lucky Lady, Casino

🎭Jerry Fogel -- Birth Anniversary -- b.1/17/1936 N.S. d.10/21/2019 N.S. (83)
Actor
TV Shows: The Mothers-in-Law (as Jerry Buell), The White Shadow (as Bill Donahue)
Movie Titles: Tora! Tora! Tora!, The Day of the Locust

🎭Andy Kaufman -- Birth Anniversary -- b.1/17/1949 d.5/16/1984 (35)
TV Actor, Comedian
TV Shows: Taxi (as Latka Gravas), Saturday Night Live (frequent guest)

Gary Gilmore -- Death Anniversary -- b.12/4/1940 d.1/17/1977 (36)
Outlaw
Misc: executed in Utah

🎭🎵Doodles Weaver -- Death Anniversary -- b.5/11/1911 d.1/17/1983 (71)
Actor, Comedian, Variety Show Host, Novelty Musician
Names/Places: RN:Winstead Sheffield Glendening Dixon; brother of Sylvester "Pat" Weaver, who in turn is Sigourney's father
Group Names: Spike Jones & the City Slickers (lunatic comic member)

🎭🎵Cliffie Stone -- Death Anniversary -- b.3/1/1917 d.1/17/1998 (80)
Hall of Famer, Comedian, TV Host, Music Executive, Music Producer, Songwriter, Radio Disc Jock, Music Publisher, Bassist, Bandleader, Country Singer
Names/Places: RN:Clifford Gilpin Snyder
Song Titles: The Popcorn Song

✍📰Art Buchwald -- Death Anniversary -- b.10/20/1925 d.1/17/2007 (81)
Author (m), Humorist, Satirist (m), Journalist, Columnist
Names/Places: b. in Mount Vernon, NY; FN:Arthur
Misc: a WWII GI, political satarist

🎭Allan Melvin -- Death Anniversary -- b.2/18/1923 d.1/17/2008 (84)
Actor, Cartoon Voice Actor, Commercial Actor
Misc: Liquid Plummer spokesman
TV Shows: The Phil Silvers Show (as Cpl. Henshaw), Gomer Pyle U.S.M.C. (as Sgt. Hacker), All in the Family (as Barney Hefner), The Brady Bunch (as Sam the butcher), Magilla Gorilla (voice)

📰🎭🎵Don Kirshner -- Death Anniversary -- b.4/17/1933 d.1/17/2011 (77)
Hall of Famer, Publisher (m), TV Host, Music Producer
Names/Places: b. in Bronx, N.Y.
Misc: Music Promoter; TV/radio bubblegum music creator
Group Names: The Monkees (supervisor)
TV Shows: Don Kirshner's Rock Concert, The Archies (TV show creator), The Monkees (producer)

🎨⛪📰⚖🎭🎵Johnny Otis -- Death Anniversary -- b.12/28/1921 N.S. d.1/17/2012 N.S. (90)
Hall of Famer, Painter (m), Sculptor (m), Preacher, Columnist, Politician (m), Actor, TV Host, Music Executive, Music Producer, Arranger, Songwriter, Radio Disc Jock, Music Publisher, Drummer, Pianist, Vibraphonist, Bandleader, Rhythm and Blues Singer
Names/Places: b. in Berkeley, CA; RN:John Veliotes; NN:The Godfather of R&B
Misc: Talent Scout; Record co. owner; Rock 'n Roll Caravan of Stars founder/frontman
Group Names: The Johnny Otis Show
Song Titles: Willie and the Hand Jive

✍📰🎭🎵Donald Hugh "Don" Harron -- Death Anniversary -- b.9/19/1924 N.S. d.1/17/2015 N.S. (90)
Author (m), Playwright (m), Journalist, Actor, Comedian, Director (m), Composer, Canadian
TV Shows: Hee Haw (as Charlie)

🎭Derek Fowlds -- Death Anniversary -- b.9/2/1937 N.S. d.1/17/2020 N.S. (82)
Actor, English
TV Shows: Yes Minister, Heartbeat, Yes Prime Minister
Movie Titles: Frankenstein Created Woman

✍⚛📰⚖💰Benjamin Franklin -- Birth Anniversary Conflict -- b.1/17/1706 N.S. or 1/6/1705 J-LD or 1/6/1706 Ju-1 d.4/17/1790 N.S. (84)
Hall of Famer, Author (m), Philosopher (m), Scientist (m), Inventor (m), Publisher (m), Printer (m), Statesman (m), Diplomat (m), Philanthropist, American
Names/Places: b. in Boston; d. in Philadelphia
Misc: Postmaster General; Declaration of Independence signer; invented bifocals, streetlights, lightning rods, stoves, & harmonicas; Elder Statesman of the American Revolution; 1st Ambassador of France; on a $100 bill; in the International Swimming Hall of Fame
Book Titles: Poor Richard's Almanac

Related Events on This Date

In 1861, The flush toilet was patented by Mr. Thomas Crapper (Honest!!).

In 1910, Thomas Crapper, the developer of the flush toilet mechanism that most of us use, passed away on this day. He manufactured plumbing equipment, but the flush toilet predates him. Also the word “crap” for excrement predates Crapper, though the popularity of “crapper” as slang for a flusher was inspired by his name.

In 1922, Actor Betty White was born in Oak Park, Illinois. She died in December 2021, less than three weeks before her 100th birthday.

In 1926, George Burns married Gracie Allen.

In 1929, E.C. Segar introduced Popeye The Sailor Man in his “Thimble Theater” comic strip; it was meant as a guest shot, but the readers ate it up like spinach and demanded more Popeye; Popeye was eventually given top billing in the strip. According to Chevy Chase on Weekend Update, itʹs b. 2-27-1883, adding it now takes him three cans of spinach just to cut the cheese!

In 1932, The first color Mickey Mouse page written and drawn by Floyd Gottfredson is published.

In 1949, The situation comedy “The Goldbergs” came to CBS-TV this night. The program had been a radio standard for years, dating back to 1931. The TV version lasted for four years. Molly: “Close the window, Jake. Itʹs cold outside.” Jake: “Okay. The windowʹs closed. Now itʹs warm outside?” Molly Goldberg was played by Gertrude Berg, who won an Emmy for her performance in 1950.

In 1950, R.C., “All I Want For Xmas Is My Two Front Teeth” Makes The Pop Chart Again by Spike Jones and the City Slickers with George Rock; will peak at #18.

In 1962, Rubber-faced comedy actor Jim Carrey born in Canada; credits included the Golden Globe-winning roles in “The Truman Show” and “Man on the Moon,” as well as “Doctor Seussʹ How the Grinch Stole Christmas.”

In 1964, “The Incredible Mr. Limper” starring Don Knotts premiered in Florida.

In 1965, “The Bill Dana Show”, TV Comedy; last aired on NBC.

In 1966, NBC-TV purchases the new “Monkees” TV series from producers Bob Rafelson and Bert Schneider, ready to debut the following September.

In 1969, The Beatlesʹ Yellow Submarine LP was released in the U.S. and the U.K.

In 1970, R.C., “Jam Up Jelly Tight” by Tommy Roe peaked at number eight on the pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Johnnyʹs Cash And Charleyʹs Pride” by Mac Wiseman peaked at #38 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.

In 1976, On “NBCʹs Saturday Night”, The Blues Brothers debut (and Paul Shaffer introduces his Don Kirshner impersonation).

In 1976, “Samurai Delicatessen on NBCʹs Saturday Night”! Guest host Buck Henry walks into a deli, finds a kimono-clad, sword-wielding samurai (John Belushi) behind the counter, and orders a sandwich. There follows a flurry of strenuous physical comedy and pseudo-Japanese double-talk worthy of Sid Caesar. Belushi uses the sword to chop salami, spread dressing, and slice a tomato in midair. Presented with his order, Henry asks, “Do you think you can cut it in half?” Belushi cocks his eyebrows slyly at the camera, emits a samurai shriek, draws the sword way up over his head and brings it down ever so gently to delicately divide the sandwich in two.

In 1976, “Saturday Night Live With Howard Cosell”, TV Variety; last aired on ABC.

In 1977, Adam Arkin makes his parentsʹ lives miserable on “Busting Loose,” a CBS sitcom debuting tonight. Years later, heʹll make doctorsʹ lives miserable on “Chicago Hope.”

In 1977, “The Mickey Mouse Club (as The New Mickey Mouse Club)” returned to be airing new episodes in syndication.

In 1983, “Not Necessarily the News” makes its debut on HBO with interviews at an unemployment line and a spoof on tamper-proof bottles.

In 1984, The U.S. Supreme Court rules in “The BetaMax Case,” (Universal City Studios, Incorporated, Walt Disney, et al. v. Sony Corporation of America Incorporated et al.) The 5-4 decision allows consumers to record and/or “timeshift” programs for their own personal use with VCRs. By 1986, over half of the homes in America have the devices.

In 1984, “A Chipmunk Christmas” album by Chipmunks was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1984, “Somebodyʹs Watching Me” album by Rockwell was released

In 1985, Leonard Nimoy, who roamed among the stars in the “Star Trek” TV series and movies, got his own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Live long and prosper, Mr. Spock.

In 1987, On the cover of TV Guide: “Clifton Davis and Sherman Hemsley of Amen”. Other Articles: Ray Bradbury, MacGyver

In 1994, Allen G. Odell, ad executive who developed the rhyming roadside “Burma Shave” signs, died at age 90.

In 1994, Danny Bonaduce wins a split decision against Donny Osmond in a charity boxing match. Adding insult to injury, Bonaduce quips, “Osmond was such a wimp, I actually got bored punching him. His sister, Marie, would have been a tougher fight.”

In 1996, On Beverly Hills 90210, Kelly got back together with Colin. Unfortunately, they celebrated their reuinion by getting high.

In 1997, Anchorwoman, Canadian, and Greek Muse of comedy Thalia Assuras leaves ABCʹs “World News Now” for a short-lived show on CBSʹs Eye On People cable network.

In 1997, Sabrina episode #14: In “Sabrina Through the Looking Glass,” A stressed-out Sabrina gets a monstrous wart, which only worsens her foul mood. And despite everyoneʹs efforts to cheer her, she seeks solace and solitude in an alternate world inside her mirror, where she becomes trapped in her own bad mood. Baltimore Oriole Brady Anderson appears as himself to guide her through the realm of making amends — to Jenny for ignoring her, to Harvey for ridiculing his use of a puppet spider monkey to get them through a school assignment she flubbed, and to Libby for turning her into a goat. In the end, she endorses Aunt Hildaʹs recipe for a good time — a gigantic flan.

In 1997, the movie “Beverly Hills Ninja” opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A. Beverly Hills Ninja is a comedy film about an clumsy white orphan who was raised by ninjas and tries to solve a murder mystery in California, starring Chris Farley.

In 1998, The very first show in the history of the new Colorado Springsʹ World Arena opens with Bill Cosby.

In 1999, Flame-haired songstress Cyndi Lauper lends her voice and likeness to “The Simpsons.”

In 1999, The TV sitcom “Zoe, Duncan, Jack and Jane” premiered on WB.

In 2001, Faced with an electricity crisis, California used rolling blackouts to cut off power to hundreds of thousands of people, the inept Governor Gray Davis (Dufus as some critics like Roger Hedgecock refer to him) signed an emergency order authorizing the state to buy power.

In 2003, The movie “Kangaroo Jack” (which sounds like a fast food hamburger line, which at one time, fought off rumors that their burgers were made of kangaroo meat) opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 2003, “Thatʹs So Raven” began airing on Disney Channel

In 2004, “Astro Boy” began airing on Kidsʹ WB

In 2007, “The Naked Trucker and T-Bones Show” began airing on Comedy Central

In 2013, “King of the Nerds” began airing on TBS

In 2014, A new survey published asked the question, "What Country Star Would You Want On Your Side in a Bar Fight?". Country artists who came out on top included: Brantly Gilbert, Trace Adkins, Blackberry Smoke and Blake Shelton.

In 2015, Bill Cosby performed to a welcoming Denver audience, despite a protest by some 100 people chanting “Rape is not a joke!” and “No means no!” outside the Buell Theatre.

In 2015, Canadian comedian, actor, director, journalist, author, playwright and composer Don Harron died aged 90. Harron is perhaps best known for the comedic character Charlie Farquharson from the country music television show, Hee Haw.

In 2018, “Corporate” began airing on Comedy Central

In 2020, The movies “Dolittle,” “The Wave” and “VHYes” opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 2023, “Night Court” returned to be airing new episodes on NBC

Movie Releases On This Date

In 1986, "The Clan of the Cave Bear" was released by Warner Bros. Pictures / Producers Sales Organization; Michael Chapman (director); John Sayles (screenplay); Daryl Hannah, Pamela Reed, James Remar, Thomas G. Waites, Curtis Armstrong, John Doolittle, Martin Doyle, Tony Montanaro, Mike Muscat, Karen Elizabeth Austin, Janne Mortil, Lycia Naff, Penny Smith, Rory Crowley, Joey Cramer, Nicole Eggert, Paul Carafotes, Bart the Bear, Emma Floria, Mary Reid; Fantasy; Live Action

In 1986, "Heathcliff: The Movie" was released by Atlantic Releasing Corporation / Clubhouse Pictures / DIC Entertainment / LBS Communications; Bruno Bianchi (director); Alan Swayze (screenplay); Mel Blanc, Donna Christie, Jeannie Elias, Peter Cullen, Stan Jones, Marilyn Lightstone, Danny Mann, Derek McGrath, Marilyn Schreffler, Danny Wells, Ted Zeigler; Children; Animation

In 1986, "Hey There, It's Yogi Bear! (re-issue)" was released by Atlantic Releasing Corporation / Clubhouse Pictures / Hanna-Barbera; William Hanna, Joseph Barbera (directors/screenplay); Warren Foster (screenplay); Daws Butler, Don Messick, Julie Bennett, Mel Blanc, Jean Vander Pyl, J. Pat O'Malley, Hal Smith, Allan Melvin, Thurl Ravenscroft, James Darren, Bill Lee, Ernest Newton, Jackie Ward, Jonah and the Wailers; Comedy, Musical; Animation

In 1986, "Troll" was released by Empire Pictures; John Carl Buechler (director); Ed Naha (screenplay); Noah Hathaway, Michael Moriarty, Shelley Hack, Jenny Beck, Sonny Bono, Phil Fondacaro, Brad Hall, Anne Lockhart, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Gary Sandy, June Lockhart, Giorgio Armani; Fantasy, Comedy; Live Action

In 1992, "A Gnome Named Gnorm" was released by PolyGram Filmed Entertainment / Interscope Communications; Stan Winston (director); John Watson, Pen Densham (screenplay); Anthony Michael Hall, Jerry Orbach, Claudia Christian, Eli Danker, Mark Harelik, Robert Z'Dar, Shane Mahan, Rob Paulsen, Will Ryan, Greg Kean, Deanna Oliver, Pat Crawford Brown, Steve Susskind, Wren T. Brown; Fantasy, Buddy, Comedy; Live Action

In 1996, "From Dusk till Dawn" was released by Dimension Films; Robert Rodriguez (director); Quentin Tarantino (screenplay); George Clooney, Quentin Tarantino, Harvey Keitel, Juliette Lewis, Cheech Marin, Fred Williamson, Salma Hayek, Ernest Liu, Danny Trejo, Tom Savini, Michael Parks, John Saxon, Marc Lawrence, Kelly Preston, John Hawkes, Tito & Tarantula; Crime, Horror; Live Action

In 1997, "Beverly Hills Ninja" was released by TriStar Pictures; Dennis Dugan (director); Mark Feldberg, Mitch Klebanoff (screenplay); Chris Farley, Nicollette Sheridan, Nathaniel Parker, Robin Shou, Soon-Tek Oh, Chris Rock, Keith Cooke Hirabayashi, Will Sasso, François Chau, Jason Tobin, John P. Farley, Kevin Farley, Billy Connolly, Patrick Breen, Steve Terada; Action, Comedy; Live Action

In 2003, "A Guy Thing" was released by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer; Chris Koch (director); Greg Glienna, Pete Schwaba, Matt Tarses, Bill Wrubel (screenplay); Jason Lee, Julia Stiles, Selma Blair, James Brolin, Shawn Hatosy, Lochlyn Munro, Diana Scarwid, David Koechner, Julie Hagerty, Thomas Lennon, Jackie Burroughs, Jay Brazeau, Larry Miller, Matthew Walker, Fred Ewanuick, Victor Varnado, Dylan Winner, Lisa Calder; Comedy; ; Live Action

In 2003, "Kangaroo Jack" was released by Warner Bros. Pictures / Castle Rock Entertainment / Jerry Bruckheimer Films; David McNally (director); Steve Bing, Scott Rosenberg (screenplay); Jerry O'Connell, Anthony Anderson, Estella Warren, Michael Shannon, Christopher Walken, Dyan Cannon, Adam Garcia, Frank Welker, Marton Csokas, Bill Hunter, Tony Nikolakopoulos, David Ngoombujarra, Christopher James Baker, Lara Cox; Adventure, Comedy, Family; ; Live Action/ Animation

In 2003, "National Security" was released by Columbia Pictures; Dennis Dugan (director); Jay Scherick, David Ronn (screenplay); Martin Lawrence, Steve Zahn, Colm Feore, Bill Duke, Eric Roberts, Timothy Busfield, Robinne Lee, Matt McCoy, Brett Cullen, Mari Morrow, Leslie Jones; Action, Comedy; ; Live Action

Unusual Songs Charting in the U.S.

In 1948, “Too Fat Polka” by Arthur Godfrey charted at number 2 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1948, “Civilization (Bongo, Bongo, Bongo)” by Danny Kaye And The Andrews Sisters charted at number 3 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1948, “Civilization (Bongo, Bongo, Bongo)” by Louis Prima charted at number 14 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1953, “It's In The Book” by Johnny Standley charted at number 5 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1959, “The Chipmunk Song (Christmas Don't Be Late)” by The Chipmunks With The Music Of David Seville charted at number 1 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1959, “Tom Dooley” by The Kingston Trio charted at number 11 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1959, “Beep Beep” by The Playmates charted at number 16 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1959, “Lucky Ladybug” by Billy And Lillie charted at number 24 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1959, “The All-American Boy” by Bill Parsons As Bobby Bare charted at number 26 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1959, “The Teen Commandments” by Paul Anka With George Hamilton IV And Johnny Nash charted at number 39 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1959, “Big Bopper's Wedding” by The Big Bopper charted at number 57 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1959, “Little Space Girl” by Jesse Lee Turner charted at number 61 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1959, “Chantilly Lace” by The Big Bopper charted at number 67 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1959, “The Children's Marching Song (Nick Nack Paddy Whack)” by Cyril Stapleton And His Orchestra charted at number 69 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1959, “The Children's Marching Song (Nick Nack Paddy Whack)” by Mitch Miller And His Orchestra And Chorus charted at number 73 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1970, “Jam Up And Jelly Tight” by Tommy Roe charted at number 8 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1970, “Jingle Jangle” by The Archies charted at number 12 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1970, “Okie From Muskogee” by Merle Haggard charted at number 55 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1976, “Convoy” by C.W. McCall charted at number 3 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1976, “The White Knight” by Cledus Maggard And The Citizen's Band charted at number 45 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1976, “Junk Food Junkie” by Larry Groce charted at number 56 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1976, “Bohemian Rhapsody” by Queen charted at number 59 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “De Do Do Do, De Da Da Da” by The Police charted at number 10 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “9 To 5” by Dolly Parton charted at number 22 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Whip It” by Devo charted at number 48 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Theme From 'The Dukes Of Hazzard' (Good Ol' Boys)” by Waylon Jennings charted at number 53 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Teacher, Teacher” by Rockpile charted at number 58 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Fashion” by David Bowie charted at number 73 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Flash's Theme a.k.a. Flash” by Queen charted at number 79 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Turning Japanese” by The Vapors charted at number 81 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “What Can You Get A Wookiee For Christmas (When He Already Owns A Comb?)” by The Star Wars Intergalactic Droid Choir And Chorale (Meco) charted at number 91 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “People Who Died” by The Jim Carrol Band charted at number 103 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “I Yam What I Yam” by Robin Williams charted at number 104 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Freedom Of Choice” by Devo charted somewhere on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1987, “Walk Like An Egyptian” by The Bangles charted at number 4 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1987, “You Be Illin'” by Run-D.M.C. charted at number 50 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1987, “(You Gotta) Fight For Your Right (To Party!)” by Beastie Boys charted at number 52 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1987, “Wild Wild Life” by Talking Heads charted at number 72 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1998, “Tubthumping” by Chumbawamba charted at number 8 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1998, “Lollipop (Candyman)” by Aqua charted at number 36 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1998, “Santa's A Fat Bitch” by Insane Clown Posse charted at number 91 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1998, “Barbie Girl” by Aqua charted at number 94 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 1998, “Did I Shave My Legs For This?” by Deana Carter charted at number 100 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

In 2004, “Milkshake” by Kelis charted at number 3 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart

Unusual Songs Charting in the U.K.

In 1959, “Tom Dooley” by Lonnie Donegan And His Skiffle Group charted at number 4 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart

In 1959, “Tom Dooley” by The Kingston Trio charted at number 12 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart

In 1959, “Chantilly Lace” by The Big Bopper charted at number 19 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart

In 1959, “(I Love To Play) My Ukulele” by Max Bygraves charted at number 20 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart

In 1970, “Sugar, Sugar” by The Archies charted at number 6 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart

In 1976, “Bohemian Rhapsody” by Queen charted at number 1 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart

In 1976, “The Trail Of The Lonesome Pine” by Laurel And Hardy charted at number 11 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart

In 1976, “(Are You Ready) Do The Bus Stop” by The Fatback Band charted at number 20 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart

In 1976, “Renta Santa” by Chris Hill charted at number 32 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart

In 1976, “Make A Daft Noise For Christmas” by The Goodies charted at number 36 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart

In 1976, “Dance Of The Cuckoos” by The Band Of The Black Watch charted at number 49 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Stop The Cavalry” by Jona Lewie charted at number 6 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Rabbit” by Chas 'n' Dave charted at number 8 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “De Do Do Do, De Da Da Da” by The Police charted at number 9 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Flash's Theme a.k.a. Flash” by Queen charted at number 10 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “There's No One Quite Like Grandma” by St. Winifred's School Choir charted at number 22 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Scary Monsters” by David Bowie charted at number 25 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “It's Hard To Be Humble” by Mac Davis charted at number 27 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Never Mind The Presents” by The Barron Knights charted at number 37 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Baggy Trousers” by Madness charted at number 54 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “I Shot The Sheriff” by Light Of The World charted at number 68 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Fashion” by David Bowie charted at number 75 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart

In 1987, “Rat In Mi Kitchen” by UB40 charted at number 31 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart

In 1987, “Walk Like An Egyptian” by The Bangles charted at number 55 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart

In 1987, “Santa Claus Is On The Dole/First Atheist Tabernacle Choir” by Spitting Image charted at number 64 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart

In 1998, “Teletubbies Say Eh-Oh!” by Teletubbies charted at number 15 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart

In 1998, “Barbie Girl” by Aqua charted at number 18 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart

In 1998, “Sing Up For The Champions!” by Reds United charted at number 39 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart

In 2004, “Milkshake” by Kelis charted at number 3 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart

In 2004, “Proper Crimbo” by Bo' Selecta! charted at number 29 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart

In 2004, “Have A Cheeky Christmas” by The Cheeky Girls charted at number 67 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart

Unusual Songs Charting in Australia

In 1953, “Botch-A-Me (Ba-Ba-Baciami Piccina)” by Rosemary Clooney charted at number 7 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart

In 1959, “Tom Dooley” by The Kingston Trio charted at number 1 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart

In 1959, “Bird Dog” by The Everly Brothers charted at number 14 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart

In 1959, “Beep Beep” by The Playmates charted at number 17 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart

In 1976, “Put Another Log On The Fire (Male Chauvinist National Anthem) / Slap Your Draughty Blue Jeans” by Bill And Boyd charted at number 28 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart

In 1976, “Convoy / Black Bear Road” by C.W. McCall charted at number 54 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart

In 1976, “D.I.V.O.R.C.E / Cuckoo” by Billy Connolly charted at number 67 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart

In 1976, “Theme From 'The Rockford Files' / Dixie Lullabye” by Mike Post charted at number 94 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart

In 1976, “Only Sixteen / The Millionaire” by Dr. Hook charted at number 100 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Shaddap You Face / Ain't In No Hurry” by Joe Dolce Music Theatre charted at number 1 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “The Time Warp” by Various Artists charted at number 3 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Kiss Army / Normdrum” by Norman Gunston charted at number 27 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “I Like Chinese / I Bet You They Won't Play This Song On The Radio” by Monty Python charted at number 33 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Never Mind The Presents / The Swindon Cowboy” by The Barron Knights charted at number 37 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Stop The Cavalry / Laughing Tonight” by Jona Lewie charted at number 38 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Ashes To Ashes / Move On” by David Bowie charted at number 42 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Babooshka / Ran Tan Waltz” by Kate Bush charted at number 50 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Fashion / Scream Like A Baby” by David Bowie charted at number 53 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Psycho Chicken” by The Fools charted at number 62 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Baggy Trousers / The Business” by Madness charted at number 64 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “It's Hard To Be Humble / The Greatest Gift Of All” by Mac Davis charted at number 66 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Generals And Majors / The Somnambulist” by XTC charted at number 67 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “The Empire Strikes Back (medley) / The Force Theme” by Meco charted at number 81 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “The Aussie Barbecue Song / The Man From Snowy River” by Frankie Davidson charted at number 98 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart

In 1987, “Walk Like An Egyptian” by The Bangles charted at number 4 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart

In 1998, “Doctor Jones” by Aqua charted at number 1 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart

In 1998, “Tubthumping” by Chumbawamba charted at number 3 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart

In 1998, “Walkin' On The Sun” by Smash Mouth charted at number 11 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart

In 1998, “Not The Sunscreen Song” by John Safran charted at number 25 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart

Unusual Songs Charting in New Zealand

In 1981, “Shaddap You Face” by Joe Dolce Music Theatre charted at number 1 on the New Zealand Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Babooshka” by Kate Bush charted at number 13 on the New Zealand Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “It's Hard To Be Humble” by Mac Davis charted at number 15 on the New Zealand Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Ashes To Ashes” by David Bowie charted at number 39 on the New Zealand Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Never Mind The Presents” by The Barron Knights charted at number 45 on the New Zealand Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Theme From 'The Dukes Of Hazzard' (Good Ol' Boys)” by Waylon Jennings charted at number 49 on the New Zealand Pop Singles Chart

In 1987, “Walk Like An Egyptian” by The Bangles charted at number 3 on the New Zealand Pop Singles Chart

In 1987, “Rumors” by Timex Social Club charted at number 29 on the New Zealand Pop Singles Chart

In 1998, “Doctor Jones” by Aqua charted at number 3 on the New Zealand Pop Singles Chart

In 1998, “Walkin' On The Sun” by Smash Mouth charted at number 27 on the New Zealand Pop Singles Chart

In 1998, “The Breaks” by Nadanuf charted at number 30 on the New Zealand Pop Singles Chart

Unusual Songs Charting in Sweden

In 1987, “In The Army Now” by Status Quo charted at number 8 on the Sweden Pop Singles Chart

In 1998, “Doctor Jones” by Aqua charted at number 8 on the Sweden Pop Singles Chart

In 1998, “Fire Water Burn” by Bloodhound Gang charted at number 10 on the Sweden Pop Singles Chart

In 1998, “Barbie Girl” by Aqua charted at number 27 on the Sweden Pop Singles Chart

Unusual Songs Charting in Austria

In 1970, “Sugar, Sugar” by The Archies charted at number 1 on the Austria Pop Singles Chart

In 1970, “Je t'aime... moi non plus (I love you...me neither)” by Jane Birkin And Serge Gainsbourg charted at number 16 on the Austria Pop Singles Chart

In 1970, “In The Year 2525 (Exordium And Terminus)” by Zager And Evans charted at number 29 on the Austria Pop Singles Chart

In 1976, “The Opera” by Dizzy Man's Band charted at number 13 on the Austria Pop Singles Chart

In 1987, “In The Army Now” by Status Quo charted at number 1 on the Austria Pop Singles Chart

In 1987, “Walk Like An Egyptian” by The Bangles charted at number 12 on the Austria Pop Singles Chart

In 1998, “Barbie Girl” by Aqua charted at number 7 on the Austria Pop Singles Chart

In 1998, “Doctor Jones” by Aqua charted at number 22 on the Austria Pop Singles Chart

Unusual Songs Charting in the Netherlands

In 1970, “Jingle Jangle” by The Archies charted at number 20 on the Dutch Pop Singles Chart

In 1976, “Bohemian Rhapsody” by Queen charted at number 1 on the Dutch Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Lola (Live)” by The Kinks charted at number 1 on the Dutch Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Stop The Cavalry” by Jona Lewie charted at number 6 on the Dutch Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Baggy Trousers” by Madness charted at number 8 on the Dutch Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “De vogeltjesdans (aka The Chicken Dance)” by De Electronica's charted at number 12 on the Dutch Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Flash's Theme a.k.a. Flash” by Queen charted at number 13 on the Dutch Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “De Do Do Do, De Da Da Da” by The Police charted at number 14 on the Dutch Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Are You Lonesome Tonight? (Laughing Version)” by Elvis Presley charted at number 25 on the Dutch Pop Singles Chart

In 1987, “Walk Like An Egyptian” by The Bangles charted at number 2 on the Dutch Pop Singles Chart

In 1987, “Celebration Rap” by MC Miker G And Deejay Sven charted at number 27 on the Dutch Pop Singles Chart

In 1987, “Eskimo” by Zangeres Zonder Raam charted at number 37 on the Dutch Pop Singles Chart

In 1998, “Doctor Jones” by Aqua charted at number 14 on the Dutch Pop Singles Chart

In 1998, “Barbie Girl” by Aqua charted at number 19 on the Dutch Pop Singles Chart

In 2004, “Milkshake” by Kelis charted at number 21 on the Dutch Pop Singles Chart

Unusual Songs Charting in France

In 1987, “In The Army Now” by Status Quo charted at number 12 on the France Pop Singles Chart

In 1987, “Celebration Rap” by MC Miker G And Deejay Sven charted at number 41 on the France Pop Singles Chart

In 1998, “Barbie Girl” by Aqua charted at number 4 on the France Pop Singles Chart

In 1998, “Hey Mr. Bugs!” by Bunny And Co. charted at number 49 on the France Pop Singles Chart

Unusual Songs Charting in Norway

In 1959, “Tom Dooley” by The Kingston Trio charted at number 1 on the Norway Pop Singles Chart

In 1970, “Sugar, Sugar” by The Archies charted at number 1 on the Norway Pop Singles Chart

In 1970, “Je t'aime... moi non plus (I love you...me neither)” by Jane Birkin And Serge Gainsbourg charted at number 3 on the Norway Pop Singles Chart

In 1976, “Bohemian Rhapsody” by Queen charted at number 8 on the Norway Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Ashes To Ashes” by David Bowie charted at number 7 on the Norway Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Fashion” by David Bowie charted at number 10 on the Norway Pop Singles Chart

In 1998, “Sign Up For The Champions” by Manchester United charted at number 2 on the Norway Pop Singles Chart

Unusual Songs Charting in Switzerland

In 1970, “Sugar, Sugar” by The Archies charted at number 4 on the Swiss Pop Singles Chart

In 1987, “In The Army Now” by Status Quo charted at number 2 on the Swiss Pop Singles Chart

In 1987, “Walk Like An Egyptian” by The Bangles charted at number 8 on the Swiss Pop Singles Chart

In 1987, “Rumors” by Timex Social Club charted at number 26 on the Swiss Pop Singles Chart

In 1998, “Barbie Girl” by Aqua charted at number 3 on the Swiss Pop Singles Chart

In 1998, “Doctor Jones” by Aqua charted at number 16 on the Swiss Pop Singles Chart

In 1998, “Men In Black” by Will Smith charted at number 24 on the Swiss Pop Singles Chart

In 1998, “Tubthumping” by Chumbawamba charted at number 32 on the Swiss Pop Singles Chart

Unusual Songs Charting in Canada

In 1959, “The Chipmunk Song (Christmas Don't Be Late)” by The Chipmunks With The Music Of David Seville charted at number 3 on the Canada Pop Singles Chart

In 1970, “Jingle Jangle” by The Archies charted at number 3 on the Canada Pop Singles Chart

In 1970, “Jam Up And Jelly Tight” by Tommy Roe charted at number 5 on the Canada Pop Singles Chart

In 1970, “I Love Candy” by Marshmallow Soup Group charted at number 49 on the Canada Pop Singles Chart

In 1970, “Alice's Rock And Roll Restaurant” by Arlo Guthrie charted at number 65 on the Canada Pop Singles Chart

In 1970, “Hikky Bur” by Bill Cosby charted at number 82 on the Canada Pop Singles Chart

In 1976, “Convoy” by C.W. McCall charted at number 16 on the Canada Pop Singles Chart

In 1976, “Low Rider” by War charted at number 38 on the Canada Pop Singles Chart

In 1976, “Santa Jaws” by Homemade Theatre charted at number 47 on the Canada Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Wasn't That A Party” by The Irish Rovers charted at number 5 on the Canada Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Turning Japanese” by The Vapors charted at number 6 on the Canada Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Whip It” by Devo charted at number 9 on the Canada Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “De Do Do Do, De Da Da Da” by The Police charted somewhere on the Canada Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Ashes To Ashes” by David Bowie charted somewhere on the Canada Pop Singles Chart

In 1981, “Teacher, Teacher” by Rockpile charted somewhere on the Canada Pop Singles Chart

In 1987, “Walk Like An Egyptian” by The Bangles charted at number 3 on the Canada Pop Singles Chart

In 1987, “Rumors” by Timex Social Club charted at number 42 on the Canada Pop Singles Chart

In 1987, “Wild Wild Life” by Talking Heads charted at number 80 on the Canada Pop Singles Chart

In 1998, “Lollipop (Candyman)” by Aqua charted at number 2 on the Canada Pop Singles Chart

In 2004, “Milkshake” by Kelis charted at number 20 on the Canada Pop Singles Chart

In 2009, “J**z In My Pants” by The Lonely Island charted at number 60 on the Canada Pop Singles Chart

Unusual Songs Charting in Alt-Canada

In 1987, “Walk Like An Egyptian” by The Bangles charted at number 3 on the Alt-Canada Pop Singles Chart

In 1987, “Rumors” by Timex Social Club charted at number 42 on the Alt-Canada Pop Singles Chart

In 1987, “Wild Wild Life” by Talking Heads charted at number 80 on the Alt-Canada Pop Singles Chart

In 1998, “Walkin' On The Sun” by Smash Mouth charted at number 7 on the Alt-Canada Pop Singles Chart

In 1998, “Tubthumping” by Chumbawamba charted at number 8 on the Alt-Canada Pop Singles Chart

In 1998, “Lollipop (Candyman)” by Aqua charted at number 76 on the Alt-Canada Pop Singles Chart

The Holiday Almanacs for January 17, 2025

What's Today?

Today is Fri Jan the 17 in the year 2025
Jan 1 began on a Wed
This is day 17 of the year
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Julian date = 2460681 O.S.= 1 - 4 - 2025

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Saint Anthony Feast Day
[USA] Lee Jackson Day (Virginia) (2000-)
[USA] Man Watcher's Week (Day 6)
[Florida] Arbor Day
[USA] Hat Day
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[Philippines] Constitution Day.
[Poland] Liberation Day
[UK] Thomas Crapper Day
[USA] Fire From The Sky Day
[USA] Good Luck Day
[USA] Professional Boxers Day
[USA] Cuckoo Dancing Week (Day 6)

Reminders

Astrological sign: Capricorn: The Goat (12-22 thru 1-20) Ruling Planet: Saturn; Element: Earth; Traits: Ambitious, disciplined, persevering, pessimistic; Body part associated with this sign: The knees. Occupations: Positions of trust, banking, mountain climbing, coaching, engineering.
Astrological sign: Aquarius: The Water Bearer (1-21 thru 2-19) Ruling Planet: Uranus; Element: Air; Traits: Humanitarian, independent, inventive, aloof; Body part associated with this sign: The legs; Occupations: Teacher, social worker, astronomer, astrologer, scientist, inventor.
January was originally the eleventh month. Its name comes from the Roman two-faced god Janus, protector of Heaven's gate.
Flowers: carnation and snowdrop
Full Moon: the Wolf Moon
Gems: garnet and hyacinth
Meanings: the sentimental meaning of the garnet is for constancy, and the carnation is for friendship.
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