Cody Bellinger
Baseball player, 2017 NL Rookie of the Year
Played as an outfielder and first baseman in Major League Baseball. Selected in the fourth round of the 2013 MLB Draft by the Los Angeles Dodgers. Debuted in 2017 and earned the National League Rookie of the Year Award. Achieved significant success during the 2019 season, winning the National League MVP Award and helping the Dodgers secure a division title. Contributed to the team's success in the postseason, further solidifying a reputation as a powerful hitter. In 2021, traded to the Chicago Cubs, continuing to contribute in the league.
2017 National League Rookie of the Year
2019 National League MVP
Multiple-time All-Star
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Tom Kenny
Voice actor for SpongeBob SquarePants
Born
July 13th, 1962 64 years ago
A prominent voice actor and screenwriter, contributed significantly to animated television. Gained widespread recognition for voicing the title character in the long-running series 'SpongeBob SquarePants', which debuted in 1999. Also provided voices for other characters in various animated series and video games. His work has been a staple of children’s entertainment for decades.
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American lawyer and political figure
Born
July 13th, 1919 107 years ago
Died
2006 20 years ago — 87 years old
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Actor in Arrow and Teen Wolf
Born
July 13th, 1988 38 years ago
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Ice hockey player, NHL All-Star
Born
July 13th, 1922 104 years ago
Died
2006 20 years ago — 84 years old
A Canadian ice hockey player, played primarily as a right winger during the NHL's early years. Participated in the league from 1942 to 1956, playing for teams such as the Montreal Canadiens, Detroit Red Wings, and New York Rangers. Contributed significantly to the Montreal Canadiens, winning the Stanley Cup in 1944. Selected as an NHL All-Star during his career, recognized for outstanding performance in professional ice hockey.
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Comedian and actor, featured in 'Cheech & Chong'
Born
July 13th, 1946 80 years ago
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American drag queen and comedian
Born
July 13th, 1964 62 years ago
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