Chelsea Carey
Canadian Curler, 2016 World Champion
Competitions in curling began in early years, achieving numerous accolades. Captained winning team at the 2016 World Women's Curling Championship. The team secured victory over Russia in the final. Achieved success in national championships, contributing to upswing of competitive curling in Canada.
Won the 2016 World Women's Curling Championship
Secured multiple Canadian national titles
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Born
September 12th, 1904 122 years ago
Died
August 20th, 1942 84 years ago — 37 years old
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Born
September 12th, 1976 50 years ago
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Born
September 12th, 1932 94 years ago
Died
February 7th, 2005 21 years ago — 72 years old
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Born
September 12th, 1944 82 years ago
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Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
Born
September 12th, 1852 174 years ago
Died
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Born
September 12th, 1922 104 years ago
Died
October 13th, 2014 11 years ago — 92 years old
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