Dan Middleton
YouTube gamer and content creator
Born in 1991, this individual gained popularity as a YouTube personality, primarily for gaming content. The YouTube channel features gameplay videos, challenges, and vlogs. Content creation began in 2010 and quickly garnered millions of subscribers. The engaged community contributed to a significant online presence and recognition within the gaming industry.
Amassed over 25 million YouTube subscribers
Won the 2017 British Online Creator Award for Gaming
Published the book 'DanTDM: Trayaurus and the Enchanted Crystal'
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Scottish footballer with Airdrieonians
Born
November 8th, 1993 32 years ago
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Country singer and songwriter
Born
November 8th, 1994 31 years ago
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American astronaut and mission commander
Born
November 8th, 1948 77 years ago
Died
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Born
November 8th, 2000 25 years ago
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French footballer, played for Nantes
Born
November 8th, 1992 33 years ago
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Continue ReadingJean Casimir-Perier
French politician, 6th President of France
Born
November 8th, 1847 178 years ago
Died
March 11th, 1907 118 years ago — 59 years old
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