Antrel Rolle
American football player, Super Bowl champion
A safety in American football with a career spanning from 2005 to 2015, played for the Arizona Cardinals, New York Giants, and Chicago Bears. Achieved significant success during time with the New York Giants, including a Super Bowl XLVI victory against the New England Patriots. Recognized for defensive skills and durability on the field, contributing to team efforts during crucial games.
Won Super Bowl XLVI with the New York Giants
Selected in the first round of the 2005 NFL Draft
Selected to the Pro Bowl in 2010
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Singer-songwriter and producer
Born
December 16th, 1951 74 years ago
Died
August 16th, 1992 33 years ago — 40 years old
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Anthropologist and author of Coming of Age in Samoa
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December 16th, 1901 124 years ago
Died
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Philosopher and poet with major works
Born
December 16th, 1863 162 years ago
Died
September 26th, 1952 73 years ago — 88 years old
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December 16th, 1947 78 years ago
Died
August 18th, 2020 5 years ago — 72 years old
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Spanish singer-songwriter and guitarist
Born
December 16th, 1957 68 years ago
Died
May 12th, 2009 16 years ago — 51 years old
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American jazz flute player and saxophonist
Born
December 16th, 1930 95 years ago
Died
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