Doug Brocail
Baseball player and pitching coach
Played Major League Baseball as a pitcher from 1995 to 2004, representing teams such as the Philadelphia Phillies, Houston Astros, and San Diego Padres. Transitioned to coaching, serving as a pitching coach for the Houston Astros and the Texas Rangers. Contributed to player development and coaching strategies within these organizations.
Played for the Houston Astros
Served as a pitching coach for the Texas Rangers
Other People Born on May 16th
Omar Strong
Basketball player, played for Fort Wayne Mad Ants
Born
May 16th, 1990 35 years ago
Played college basketball at Howard University, where a scoring average of 20.0 points per game was achieved during the senior season. Entered the professional arena and signed with the Fort Wayne Mad Ants in the NBA G League. Displayed notable skills in shooting and ball handling, contributing to the team's performance in various games, including the playoffs.
Continue ReadingJohannes Thingnes Bø
Norwegian biathlete, World Champion
Born
May 16th, 1993 32 years ago
Born in 1993, this biathlete excelled in the sport combining cross-country skiing and rifle shooting. Competed at multiple World Championships and secured several medals. Achieved success at the 2018 Winter Olympics, contributing to Norway's dominance in Olympic biathlon events. Demonstrated exceptional performance in World Cup seasons, establishing top rankings.
Continue ReadingBetty Carter
Jazz Singer and Songwriter
Born
May 16th, 1929 96 years ago
Died
September 26th, 1998 27 years ago — 69 years old
A prominent jazz singer and songwriter, known for unique vocal improvisation and a distinctive style that blended traditional and contemporary jazz. Established a career in music that spanned several decades, contributing to the genre’s evolution. Gained prominence in the 1970s and formed her own record label, Bet-Car Productions, allowing for greater creative control over her work. Released acclaimed albums that showcased her original compositions and arrangements. Mentored young jazz musicians through workshops and performances.
Continue ReadingKathinka von Deichmann
Tennis player representing Liechtenstein
Born
May 16th, 1994 31 years ago
A professional tennis player competed on the WTA tour. Achieved a career-high singles ranking of No. 115 in July 2018. Participated in the Fed Cup for Liechtenstein, contributing to the team's efforts in international competition. Played in various ITF tournaments, securing multiple titles during the career. Represented Liechtenstein at the Olympic Games.
Continue ReadingLuis Garcia
Professional baseball player, MLB debut
Born
May 16th, 2000 25 years ago
Born in the Dominican Republic and later moving to the United States, played as a professional baseball player. Made MLB debut with the Washington Nationals in 2020. Primarily plays as a pitcher and has been recognized for his skills on the field.
Continue ReadingThomas Brodie-Sangster
English actor in 'Game of Thrones'
Born
May 16th, 1990 35 years ago
Born in 1990, this English actor gained recognition for portraying Jojen Reed in the television series 'Game of Thrones'. Other prominent roles include playing Newt in the 'Maze Runner' film series and the voice of Ferb in the animated series 'Phineas and Ferb'. Brodie-Sangster's career began as a child actor, leading to multiple award nominations. His performances highlight versatility across both live-action and voice acting.
Continue Reading