Daryn Colledge
American football player and Super Bowl champion
Drafted in 2006, played as an offensive lineman in the National Football League (NFL) for multiple teams. Contributed significantly to the success of the Green Bay Packers, helping the team secure a Super Bowl championship in Super Bowl XLV. Played for the Arizona Cardinals and the Miami Dolphins during a career spanning several seasons.
Won Super Bowl XLV with the Green Bay Packers
Played for the Arizona Cardinals
Played for the Miami Dolphins
Other People Born on February 11th
Khalid
American singer and songwriter, 'Location'
Born
February 11th, 1998 27 years ago
An American singer and songwriter gained recognition with the debut single 'Location', which climbed the charts in various countries. His debut album, 'American Teen', released in 2017, achieved critical and commercial success. The music blends elements of R&B, pop, and soul, and often features themes of youth and relationships. Khalid has collaborated with various artists and contributed to multiple soundtracks, expanding his presence in the music industry. His work has garnered multiple award nominations and wins.
Continue ReadingHans-Georg Gadamer
Philosopher known for Truth and Method
Born
February 11th, 1900 125 years ago
Died
March 13th, 2002 23 years ago — 102 years old
Associated with philosophical hermeneutics, contributed significantly to the understanding of interpretation and meaning in texts. Emphasized the importance of dialogue in understanding. Authored the influential book 'Truth and Method', which discusses the nature of understanding and how it is shaped by historical context. Engaged with the works of philosophers such as Heidegger and Plato, and shaped contemporary discussions on aesthetics and hermeneutics.
Continue ReadingJoy Williams
Novelist and short story writer
Born
February 11th, 1944 81 years ago
An American novelist, short story writer, and essayist. Authored several acclaimed novels and collections of short stories. Works often explore themes of existence, nature, and human relationships. Her writing style is noted for its precision and complexity. Contributed significantly to contemporary literature through both fiction and essays.
Continue ReadingAndreas Hilfiker
Swiss footballer and national team player
Born
February 11th, 1969 56 years ago
A professional footballer played as a goalkeeper. Competed in the Swiss Super League with teams such as Grasshopper Club Zürich and FC Basel. Represented Switzerland in international competitions. Participated in the 1994 FIFA World Cup.
Continue ReadingWesley Strick
Director and screenwriter of 'Cape Fear'
Born
February 11th, 1954 71 years ago
A director and screenwriter specialized in film and television writing. Contributions include screenplay adaptations for notable films. Directed various projects across different genres, with a significant focus on thrillers and dramas. Significant involvement in the film industry since the 1990s, achieving recognition for creating engaging narratives and dynamic characters. Worked with established actors and filmmakers, contributing to the success of various films and expanding the horizons of contemporary screenwriting.
Continue ReadingEllen Day Hale
American painter and author
Born
February 11th, 1855 170 years ago
Died
February 11th, 1940 85 years ago — 85 years old
Born in 1855, this individual was a prominent American painter and author whose works often incorporated themes of nature and femininity. Studied under various esteemed artists and exhibited widely across the United States, including at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. Also contributed to literature through writings that detailed artistic life and practices. She was part of the artistic community in Boston and later settled in New York, where involvement in the Women's Suffrage Movement also characterized her later years.
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