Danny Ings
English footballer with successful club career
Played as a striker, beginning professional career at Burnley. Transferred to Southampton, where significant contributions to the team were made. Joined Aston Villa, further establishing presence in the Premier League. Represented the England national team, earning several caps and scoring goals.
Won the Premier League Golden Boot in 2020
Played for Burnley, Southampton, and Aston Villa
Represented England on multiple occasions
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American soprano and educator
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July 23rd, 1960 65 years ago
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Queen consort and diplomatic figure
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July 23rd, 1503 522 years ago
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Crime novelist and screenwriter
Born
July 23rd, 1888 137 years ago
Died
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Linguist; co-authored The Sound Pattern of English
Born
July 23rd, 1923 102 years ago
Died
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U.S. Supreme Court Justice with landmark opinions
Born
July 23rd, 1936 89 years ago
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Italian director and screenwriter of films
Born
July 23rd, 1922 103 years ago
Died
March 7th, 2013 13 years ago — 90 years old
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