Bill Murray
American actor, comedian, producer
An actor and comedian, renowned for work in film and television. Gained prominence with roles in 'Ghostbusters', 'Groundhog Day', and 'Lost in Translation'. Career began with sketch comedy on 'Saturday Night Live'. Produced and starred in smaller independent films, showcasing unique comedic style. Achieved acclaim for both comedic and dramatic performances, engaging audiences worldwide.
Starred in 'Ghostbusters'
Starred in 'Groundhog Day'
Won an Academy Award for 'Lost in Translation'
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Odilo Scherer
Brazilian cardinal with Vatican roles
Born
September 21st, 1949 76 years ago
Ordained a priest in 1975, served in various pastoral roles in Brazil. In 2001, appointed as Auxiliary Bishop of São Paulo and later became the Archbishop of São Paulo in 2007. Elevated to the cardinalate in 2007. Participated in the 2013 papal conclave. Engaged in social issues, including poverty and education.
Continue ReadingHerman Fowlkes
American trumpet player and educator
Born
September 21st, 1919 106 years ago
Died
1993 33 years ago — 74 years old
A prominent trumpet player and educator, contributed significantly to jazz music through performances and teaching. Fowlkes played with notable musicians and ensembles, including the Duke Ellington Orchestra. His educational efforts included mentoring young musicians and developing music programs in schools. Through a combination of performance and education, Fowlkes enhanced the appreciation and understanding of jazz.
Continue ReadingDon Preston
Keyboard player in The Mothers of Invention
Born
September 21st, 1932 93 years ago
A keyboard player and composer, contributed significantly to the avant-garde music scene. Joined The Mothers of Invention, a band formed by Frank Zappa, and made contributions to albums such as 'Freak Out!' and 'We're Only in It for the Money'. Participated in various musical projects, showcasing skills in electronic music and improvisation. Collaborated with numerous artists and participated in live performances across different genres, influencing contemporaries and future musicians.
Continue ReadingManny Harris
Basketball player and college star
Born
September 21st, 1989 36 years ago
An American basketball player, played college basketball at the University of Michigan. Excelled during the 2009-2010 NCAA season, earning All-Big Ten honors. Transitioned to professional basketball, playing for teams in the NBA and overseas. Had a stint with the Cleveland Cavaliers and went on to play in various international leagues.
Continue ReadingKim Jong-dae
South Korean singer-songwriter and member of EXO
Born
September 21st, 1992 33 years ago
A South Korean singer-songwriter born in 1992 rose to fame as a member of the boy group EXO. The group debuted in 2012 under SM Entertainment and quickly gained popularity both domestically and internationally. In addition to group activities, solo projects included a successful solo album, with the title track showcasing vocal prowess. Collaborations with other artists and participation in soundtracks expanded the musical career. Noteworthy is the involvement in the project group SuperM, a collaboration with other prominent SM artists, which debuted in 2019.
Continue ReadingH. G. Wells
Science Fiction Writer, The Time Machine
Born
September 21st, 1866 159 years ago
Died
August 13th, 1946 79 years ago — 79 years old
An English novelist, historian, and critic contributed significantly to the science fiction genre. Published the seminal works 'The Time Machine' and 'The War of the Worlds', which explored themes of technology, future societies, and alien invasions. Engaged with social and political issues through literature, reflecting on the implications of scientific advancements. Additionally wrote historical works and essays commenting on societal trends and philosophies.
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