Aiden English
Professional wrestler with WWE success
Professional wrestler built a career in the WWE. Gained prominence as a member of the Tag Team known as The Vaudevillains alongside Simon Gotch. The duo captured the NXT Tag Team Championship in 2015, marking a significant achievement in the promotion's developmental territory. Later transitioned to different roles within WWE, including entertaining segments and ringside commentary.
Won NXT Tag Team Championship with The Vaudevillains
Competed in WWE events and storylines
Served as a prominent manager and commentator
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American lawyer, 1st Mayor of Detroit
Born
October 7th, 1769 256 years ago
Died
April 4th, 1846 179 years ago — 76 years old
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American religious leader of the Nation of Islam
Born
October 7th, 1897 128 years ago
Died
February 25th, 1975 51 years ago — 77 years old
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King of Sweden and Duke of Södermanland
Born
October 7th, 1748 277 years ago
Died
1818 208 years ago — 70 years old
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Footballer and manager, FC Barcelona star
Born
October 7th, 1896 129 years ago
Died
February 13th, 1964 62 years ago — 67 years old
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Princess of Lesotho
Born
October 7th, 2001 24 years ago
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King of Denmark and Norway
Born
October 7th, 1471 554 years ago
Died
1533 493 years ago — 62 years old
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