Daniel Hollie
American wrestler, national champion
Born in 1977, this American wrestler achieved significant success in the sport. Competed at the collegiate level and secured a national championship title. Pioneered techniques in wrestling that influenced training practices. After collegiate success, transitioned to coaching, where further contributions to the sport were made by mentoring young wrestlers.
Won a national championship title
Coached at the collegiate level
Other People Born on October 3rd
Chris Marquette
American actor in 'The New Guy'
Born
October 3rd, 1984 41 years ago
An actor contributed to various projects in film and television. Key appearances include a role in the teen comedy film 'The New Guy' and a significant part in the drama series 'Just Like Heaven'. Additional roles included performances in 'Alpha Dog' and 'The Girl Next Door'. Varied work across genres showcases versatility in acting skills.
Continue ReadingFred DeLuca
American businessman and Subway co-founder
Born
October 3rd, 1947 78 years ago
Died
September 14th, 2015 10 years ago — 67 years old
Co-founded Subway in 1965 to fund college tuition and expanded it into a global franchise. Focused on health-conscious menu options, which contributed to its growth. Instrumental in establishing Subway's brand identity and international reach. Oversaw the opening of thousands of locations worldwide, transforming the fast-food industry.
Continue ReadingGabriel Lalemant
French missionary and martyr
Born
October 3rd, 1610 415 years ago
Died
March 17th, 1649 376 years ago — 38 years old
Lalemant served as a Jesuit missionary in New France, dedicating years to evangelizing Indigenous peoples. He was assigned to the Huron mission, where he focused on establishing connections with local tribes and teaching Christianity. Lalemant faced significant challenges, including conflicts and the spread of diseases among Indigenous communities. He was martyred during an Iroquois raid while attempting to aid Huron Christians, becoming one of the Canadian Martyrs. His contributions were recognized officially when he was canonized as a saint.
Continue ReadingErik Bruhn
Choreographer and ballet director
Born
October 3rd, 1928 97 years ago
Died
April 1st, 1986 39 years ago — 57 years old
Active in the field of dance, contributions included choreography and direction for various ballet companies. Served as artistic director for the Royal Danish Ballet. Worked prominently with the National Ballet of Canada, where choreography and staging of classical ballets established significant influence. Recognized for efforts to revitalize ballet performances and engage new audiences through innovative productions.
Continue ReadingCJ Abrams
Professional baseball player, MLB rookie
Born
October 3rd, 2000 25 years ago
Drafted 6th overall in the 2019 MLB Draft, played minor league baseball before debuting in the MLB. Joined the San Diego Padres in 2021, showcasing speed and defensive skills as a shortstop and outfielder. Contributed to team efforts in playoff contention during 2021 season.
Continue ReadingBang Chan
Australian singer and leader of Stray Kids
Born
October 3rd, 1997 28 years ago
Born in Australia, gained recognition as the leader of the South Korean boy group Stray Kids, formed by JYP Entertainment. The group debuted in 2018 and achieved significant success with their music, blending various genres and showing a strong self-producing capability. In addition to performing, involved in songwriting, composing, and producing tracks for the group. Stray Kids garnered a global fanbase and received multiple awards for their work, contributing to the evolution of K-pop.
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