Alexandre Barthe
French footballer with FC Nantes
Played as a defender for FC Nantes in Ligue 1 from 2005 to 2013. Made a total of 110 league appearances during his tenure at the club. Also represented the national team at various youth levels, contributing to championships and tournaments with promising performances. After leaving FC Nantes, continued his football career at several other clubs.
Played for FC Nantes in Ligue 1
Participated in youth national teams
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Corey Brewer
Basketball player and coach, NBA Champion
Born
March 5th, 1986 39 years ago
Born in 1986, a basketball player and coach. Played college basketball at the University of Florida, winning two NCAA Championships in 2006 and 2007. Entered the NBA in 2007, selected 7th overall by the Minnesota Timberwolves. Played for multiple teams, including the Dallas Mavericks, with whom won an NBA Championship in 2011. Transitioned to coaching after retirement from professional play, contributing to player development and team strategy.
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Tennis player, Australian Open quarterfinalist
Born
March 5th, 1994 31 years ago
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Canadian Premier of Quebec
Born
March 5th, 1867 158 years ago
Died
July 6th, 1952 73 years ago — 85 years old
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Continue ReadingJan van Beveren
Dutch footballer and coach, PSV Eindhoven
Born
March 5th, 1948 77 years ago
Died
June 26th, 2011 14 years ago — 63 years old
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Continue ReadingVasily Trediakovsky
Russian poet and playwright
Born
March 5th, 1703 322 years ago
Died
August 17th, 1768 257 years ago — 65 years old
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Continue ReadingHeitor Villa-Lobos
Brazilian composer and guitarist
Born
March 5th, 1887 138 years ago
Died
November 17th, 1959 66 years ago — 72 years old
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