Dean Heller

American lawyer and U.S. Senator

Dean Heller - American lawyer and U.S. Senator
Born

May 10th, 1960
65 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

Links & References

Served as a U.S. Senator representing Nevada from 2011 to 2019. Prior to this, held the position of U.S. Representative for Nevada's 2nd congressional district from 2007 to 2011. Engaged in various legislative efforts focusing on economic issues, healthcare, and veterans' affairs during time in office. Prior to entering politics, practiced law and worked in various capacities within Nevada's government.

Served as U.S. Senator from Nevada

Served as U.S. Representative for Nevada's 2nd district

Other People Born on May 10th

Adebayo Akinfenwa

Professional footballer and striker
Born
May 10th, 1982 43 years ago

A professional footballer played as a striker. Gained recognition for physical strength and size on the pitch. Started career in lower leagues before joining clubs in higher divisions. Played for clubs including Northampton Town and Wycombe Wanderers. Achieved notable success in League Two and recorded influential performances in the EFL Trophy. Garnered a strong fanbase and became a popular figure in the football community, not only for on-field performances but also for personality.

Continue Reading

Jon Schofield

Canoe Racer; World Championship Medalist
Born
May 10th, 1985 40 years ago

A canoe racer achieved success in international competitions, primarily in the discipline of slalom. Competed in the men's canoe single event, showcasing skills at various championships. Highlighted participation includes the World Canoe Slalom Championships.

Continue Reading

Jake Zyrus

Filipino singer and international artist
Born
May 10th, 1993 32 years ago

Emergence as a singer began on YouTube, leading to significant recognition globally. Gained prominence with powerful vocal performances, especially through appearances on shows like 'The Oprah Winfrey Show' and 'Glee.' Transitioned to a noted music career with multiple albums released. Identified as a trailblazer in the music industry, representing the Filipino heritage on an international platform.

Continue Reading

Ettore Scola

Italian film director and screenwriter
Born
May 10th, 1931 94 years ago
Died
January 19th, 2016 9 years ago — 84 years old

A prominent film director and screenwriter, contributed significantly to Italian cinema. Created a unique style that blended drama and comedy, often exploring themes of Italian society. Directed acclaimed films such as "We All Loved Each Other So Much" and "A Special Day," reflecting the cultural landscape of the time. Received numerous accolades for work, including an Academy Award nomination for Best Foreign Language Film for "The Family" in 1987. His storytelling resonates with audiences, capturing the essence of human relationships.

Continue Reading

David Azrieli

Businessman and philanthropist
Born
May 10th, 1922 103 years ago
Died
July 9th, 2014 11 years ago — 92 years old

Born in Poland, a significant figure in real estate and construction in Canada. Founded the Azrieli Group, specializing in property development. Contributed to various philanthropic initiatives, particularly in the fields of education and health, establishing institutions such as the Azrieli Institute of Archaeology in Israel. Made substantial contributions to the cultural landscape through support of art and architecture. Developed many notable properties including shopping centers and office buildings, influencing urban development.

Continue Reading

Wilhelm Killing

German mathematician and academic
Born
May 10th, 1847 178 years ago
Died
1923 102 years ago — 76 years old

Born in 1847, this mathematician significantly contributed to the field of differential geometry and group theory. He served as a professor at the University of Göttingen, where he focused on the study of Lie groups and their applications in mathematics. His research laid foundational work for later developments in algebra and geometry, particularly his work on Killing vectors and Killing forms, which are fundamental concepts in modern theoretical physics.

Continue Reading