Denílson de Oliveira Araújo
Brazilian footballer, World Cup champion
Born
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Brazil
Links & References
A professional footballer, celebrated for a remarkable career primarily as a winger. Played for clubs such as São Paulo, Real Betis, and the Brazilian national team. Achieved significant recognition after helping Brazil secure a World Cup title in 2002. Renowned for exceptional dribbling skills and agility, leaving a mark in both domestic and international football.
Won the FIFA World Cup with Brazil in 2002
Played for Real Betis in La Liga
Contributed to São Paulo's success in the Brazilian league
Other People Born on August 24th
Maryna Zanevska
Belgian tennis player
Born
August 24th, 1993 32 years ago
Born in 1993, this tennis player has competed on the WTA Tour and gained recognition for her performances in both singles and doubles events. Achievements include a notable title at the 2022 Poland Open. This player has participated in Grand Slam tournaments and represented Belgium in international competitions, contributing to the nation's presence in women's tennis.
Continue ReadingReynaldo
Brazilian footballer, FC Porto player
Born
August 24th, 1989 36 years ago
Played as a professional footballer, primarily in the forward position. Achieved notable success with FC Porto, contributing to several victories in national and international competitions. Developed skills in dribbling, passing, and scoring, which earned attention in both domestic leagues and international matches.
Continue ReadingKelsey Plum
Basketball player and WNBA champion
Born
August 24th, 1994 31 years ago
Professional basketball player excelled in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA). Played for the Las Vegas Aces and contributed to winning the WNBA Championship in 2022. Established a notable college career at the University of Washington, finishing as the NCAA all-time leading scorer in women's basketball. Achievements included being selected first overall in the 2017 WNBA Draft and receiving numerous accolades throughout her career.
Continue ReadingEnrique Hernández
Baseball player and World Series champion
Born
August 24th, 1991 34 years ago
A professional baseball player, primarily associated with Major League Baseball. Made significant contributions as an outfielder and infielder for multiple teams, including the Miami Marlins and the Los Angeles Dodgers. Played a key role in the Dodgers' victory in the 2020 World Series, contributing both offensively and defensively during the playoff run. Recognized for versatility on the field, demonstrating ability to play multiple positions. Participated in several postseason appearances, showcasing skills in high-pressure situations.
Continue ReadingWang Zhen
Chinese race walker and Olympic athlete
Born
August 24th, 1991 34 years ago
Competed in race walking, achieving success at international levels. Secured a gold medal in the 20 km race walk at the 2014 Asian Games held in Incheon. Participated in the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, representing the nation in race walking events. Excelled in national championships, consistently demonstrating high-caliber performance.
Continue ReadingGriffin Gluck
American actor known for 'Big Time Adolescence'
Born
August 24th, 2000 25 years ago
Born in 2000, one of the prominent figures in young adult acting. Achieved recognition through performances in various films and television series. Played a leading role in the film 'Big Time Adolescence', which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. Also featured in the Netflix series 'Away' and the popular show 'The Goldbergs'. Developed a reputation for playing relatable characters that resonate with younger audiences.
Continue Reading