Cathy FreemanAboriginal Australian athlete and Olympic gold medallist (born )"Catherine Freeman" redirects here. For the British television producer, see Catherine Freeman (television producer).
Hedy LamarrAustrian-born American actress ()Hedy LamarrLamarr, c. ;BornHedwig Eva Maria Kiesler()November 9, Vienna, Austria-HungaryDiedJanuary 19, () (aged;85)Casselberry, Florida, USCitizenshipOccupationsSpousesFriedrich Mandl;32;;40;m.
Early YearsThomas Jackson was born on January 21, , in Clarksburg, Virginia (later West Virginia), the son of Jonathan Jackson, an attorney, and Julia Beckwith Neale. The future Confederate general signed his name ;Thomas J.
Ruzena BajcsyAmerican computer scientistRuzena Bajcsy (born 28 May ) is an American engineer and computer scientist who specializes in robotics. She is professor of electrical engineering and computer sciences at the University of California, Berkeley,91;193; where she is also director emerita of CITRIS (the Center for Information Technology Research in the Interest of Society).
President Obama Meets with Aung San Suu KyiJump to main contentJump to navigation September 20, at AM ET by Megan SlackSummary:nbsp;The President expresses his admiration for Burmese Nobel Laureate Aung San Suu Kyi;s courage, determination, and personal sacrifice in championing democracy and human rights. President Barack Obama meets with Burmese Opposition Leader Aung San Suu Kyi in the Oval Office, Sept.
Christine DaaéFictional characterFictional characterChristine Daaé is a fictional character and the female protagonist of Gaston Leroux's novel The Phantom of the Opera and of the various adaptations of the work. Erik, the Phantom of the Opera and Viscount Raoul de Chagny both fall in love with her.
Tanuja Desai HidierAmerican novelistTanuja Desai Hidier is an Indian-American author and singersongwriter. She is best known for her young adult novel Born Confused, and its sequel Bombay Blues.
Deniz UğurTurkish actress (born )Deniz UğurBorn () October 17, (age;51)Ankara, TurkeyNationalityTurkishAlma;materIstanbul UniversityOccupation(s)Actress, scriptwriterSpousesİsmail Hakkı Sunat;32;;40;m. ;59;32;died;41;;Erdinç Gülener32;;40;m.
Victoria WyndhamAmerican actress (born )Victoria WyndhamVictoria WyndhamBornVictoria Camargo () May 22, (age;79)Chicago, Illinois, U. Alma;materBennett CollegeOccupationActressYears;activepresentSpousesWendell Minnick (divorced)91;193;Children2, including Christian CamargoFatherRalph CamargoVictoria Camargo (born May 22, ), known professionally as Victoria Wyndham, is an American actress best known for her role as Rachel Cory on the soap operaAnother World.
The Fashion Insiders Guide to Tbilisi, Europes Next BerlinIf you dont know the name Anouki Areshidze, youre not alone. But in Georgia, youd be hard pressed to find someone who doesnt.
Andry RajoelinaPresident of Madagascar Date of Birth: Content:Andry Rajoelina: A Rise to PowerPolitical Ambitions and Election as MayorConflict with President RavalomananaMilitary Intervention and Assumption of PowerPresidencyLegacyAndry Rajoelina: A Rise to PowerEarly Life and CareerAndry Rajoelina was born into a wealthy military family and rose to prominence as a nightclub DJ and bar owner. His entrepreneurial success, particularly the founding of his radio station "Viva Radio," earned him the nickname "TGV," after the French high-speed train.
Gordie ClarkIce hockey playerGordon Corson Clark (born May 31, in Glasgow, Scotland) and raised in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada) is a retired ice hockeyright winger. He played 8 games in the National Hockey League for the Boston Bruins and 21 in the WHA for the Cincinnati Stingers between and He was the assistant coach for the Boston Bruins for a few years in the early s.
Robert Louis StevensonFor other people named Robert Stevenson, see Robert Stevenson (disambiguation). Scottish novelist and poet ()Robert Louis Stevenson (born Robert Lewis Balfour Stevenson; 13 November 3 December ) was a Scottish novelist, essayist, poet and travel writer.
My Journey Through the Best Presidential Biographies[Updated]Of the sixteen presidents whose biographies I;ve read so far, none have offered the variety of choices of Abraham Lincoln. Of the dozen Lincoln biographies I read, two were Pulitzer Prize winners, one is the second best-read presidential biography of all time, and six held the distinction of being the definitive Lincoln biography at one time or another.
Sourabh VermaIndian badminton playerBadminton playerSourabh Verma (born 30 December ) is an Indian badminton player. 91;293; He is a three time men's singles title Champion at the Indian National Championships.
Chris AlgieriAmerican boxerChristopher Mark Algieri (born March 2, ) is an American professional boxer and former kickboxer. In boxing he held the WBOjunior welterweight title in and challenged for the WBO welterweight title later that year; in kickboxing he was an undefeated ISKA World welterweight and WKA Worldsuper welterweight champion.
Gourab Chatterjee wiki Biography ; He is an Indian actor, He also works in Bengali film, television, and web series. His date of birth not know, He was born and brought up at Kolkata, West Bengal, India.
Mohammad Abdul HamidPresident of Bangladesh from to This article is about the former Bangladeshi President. For the Malaysian politician and academic, see Mohamad Abdul Hamid.
Michael JacksonPop divaDate of Birth: Country: USAContent:Early Life and the Jackson 5Pop SuperstarSolo Career and "Thriller"Iconic Performances and "Moonwalk"Philanthropy and ScandalsMarriages and ChildrenLater Years and DeathLegacyEarly Life and the Jackson 5Michael Joseph Jackson, dubbed the "King of Pop," was born in Gary, Indiana, into a musical family. The eighth of ten children, his father, Joseph, was a steelworker and musician, while his mother, Katherine, worked as a saleswoman and played the piano.
Tamalika KarmakarBangladeshi actress and modelTamalika Karmakar (born 2 July)91;193; is a Bangladeshi actress and model. 91;293;91;393; Her notable film roles were in Ei Ghor Ei Songsar (), Kittonkhola () and Ghetuputra Komola ().
Lilia PradoMexican actress and dancerLilia PradoPrado, c. ;sBornLeticia Lilia Amezcua Prado()30 March Sahuayo, Michoacán, MexicoDied22 May () (aged;78)Mexico City, MexicoOccupation(s)Actress, dancerYears;activeLeticia Lilia Amezcua Prado91;193; (30 March 22 May ), known as Lilia Prado, was a Mexican actress and dancer.
Horacio Gómez BolañosMexican actorIn this Spanish name, the first or paternal32;surname is Gómez32;and the second or maternal family name is Bolaños. Horacio Victor Gómez Bolaños (28 July 21 November )91;293; was a Mexican actor and brother of Roberto Gómez Bolaños (Chespirito).
Nancy Ann KerriganAmerican singles figure skaterDate of Birth: Country: USAContent:Nancy Kerrigan: An Olympic Star and Symbol of American DeterminationA Rising StarA Triumphant SeasonAssault and RedemptionThe Olympics: Triumph and ControversyPost-Olympic CareerPersonal Life and PhilanthropyA Legacy of InspirationNancy Kerrigan: An Olympic Star and Symbol of American DeterminationEarly Life and Skating JourneyNancy Kerrigan, born on October 13, , in Woburn, Massachusetts, embarked on her skating journey at the tender age of six. Encouraged by her father, Daniel, a welder who worked tirelessly to support her dreams, Nancy began training seriously at the age of eight.
Quick FactsJilleanne Rookard BiographyJilleanne Rookard is one of the most popular and richest Speed Skater who was born on January 9, in Wyandotte, United States. Jilleanne Rookard (born January 9, in Wyandotte, Michigan) is a former speed skater who has competed since She was named to the U.
President Calvin Coolidge Facts and Timeline for KidsPresident Calvin Coolidge became president after the death of Warren Harding. He would usher in a time of much wealth and innovation.
Suzi PerryBritish television presenter (born )Suzi Perry (born 3 May )91;citation needed93; is a British television presenter covering Grand Prix motorcycle racing for BT Sport. She is known for covering Grand Prix motorcycle racing for the BBC for 13 years, The Gadget Show on Channel 5 for eight years and the BBC's Formula One coverage from to Early lifePerry was born at RAF Hospital Cosford in Cosford, Shropshire, the daughter of a music promoter, and her godfather was guitarist Mel Galley.
Bryony GordonEnglish Journalist and AuthorBryony GordonBornBryony Naomi Gordon () 5 July (age;44)Hammersmith, London, EnglandOccupation(s)Journalist, memoiristSpouseHarry Wilson32;;40;m. ;41;;Children1Bryony Naomi Gordon (born 5 July ) is an English journalist, author, broadcaster and podcaster.
nbsp; nbsp;nbsp; nbsp;BiographyDocumentary television series owned by AE Networksnbsp;0 nbsp; nbsp;0Genre: Documentary, Biography, History The life stories of various historical figures and celebrities are told. more raquo; rank 1 middot; 35 9 Biography is an American documentary television series and media franchise created in the s by David L.
This entry is part 1 of 4 in the series MotherMotherThe year is Maebashi, a small town in Japan. This is where Shigesato Itoi was born, on November 10, in the Gunma prefecture.
Kumi NaidooSouth African human rights and climate justice activist (born )Kumi Naidoo (born ) is a South African human rights and climate justice activist. He was International Executive Director of Greenpeace International (from through )91;193; and Secretary General of Amnesty International (from through 91;293;).
Its not unusual to run out of things to do when youre stuck at home. Between movies, games, and idle chit-chat, there comes a time when you need something new to keep you entertained.
Ernst Leitz IIGerman entrepreneur and humanitarianErnst Leitz II (1 March 15 June ) was a German business person and humanitarian. He was the second head of the optics company now known as Leica Camera and organized the Leica Freedom Train to allow people, most of whom were Jewish, to escape from Germany during Nazi times.
Saint StephenMissing imageSaint Stephen, Protomartyr, is often depicted in art with three stones and the martyrs' palm. Saint Stephen is the Protomartyr or first martyr of Christianity and is venerated as a saint of the Roman Catholic Church and its Eastern Rite, the Eastern Orthodox Church, the Church of England and its Anglican Communion among other religious denominations.
Richard FranklinBorn: 15th January (as Richard Kimber Franklin)Died: 25th December (aged 87 years)Episodes Broadcast: , , Richard Franklin was born in Marylebone, London, but was evacuated during the Second World War and relocated numerous times. He became involved in amateur dramatics while at school, but his surgeon father discouraged his interest in acting in favour of a career in medicine.
Charlotte Forten Grimké was a prominent educator and activist during the antebellum and Reconstruction eras. Born free to activist parents in , Charlotte Fortens family was part of Philadelphia's elite Black community.
Well known to radio and TV fans, Zuraida Jardine was recently awarded a bachelor;s degree in psychology. The inspirational media icon talks family, learning and living her best life.