Edmund Stoiber
German politician and Minister President
A prominent German lawyer and politician, led Bavaria as the Minister President from 1993 to 2007. Played a significant role in the Christian Social Union (CSU) and served as the party's chairman, influencing state and federal politics. Participated in the national political landscape and was the CDU/CSU candidate for Chancellor in the 2002 federal elections. Advocated for various economic and social reforms during tenure, emphasizing the importance of stability and growth in the region.
Served as Minister President of Bavaria from 1993 to 2007
Led the Christian Social Union as chairman from 1999 to 2007
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Peter Finch
Actor in 'Network' and 'The Trial'
Born
September 28th, 1916 109 years ago
Died
January 14th, 1977 49 years ago — 60 years old
An English-Australian actor recognized for a significant career in film and theatre. Achieved critical acclaim for performances in 'Network', which earned an Academy Award for Best Actor posthumously, and 'The Trial', directed by Orson Welles. Also appeared in notable films such as 'The Nun's Story' and 'The Death of a President'. Finch's work extended to stage performances, notably in the West End. His contributions to the film industry are marked by a strong presence in both British and Australian cinema, influencing future generations of actors.
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American politician and former governor
Born
September 28th, 1947 78 years ago
Died
August 27th, 2024 1 years ago — 76 years old
Served as the 40th governor of New South Wales from 1995 to 2005. Held a prominent role in Australian politics, focusing on economic development and environmental issues. Was also the Minister for Foreign Affairs, contributing to Australia's foreign relations. After leaving politics, continued to engage in public life through various roles, including academics and authorship.
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American actress with iconic TV roles
Born
September 28th, 1919 106 years ago
Died
June 26th, 2012 13 years ago — 92 years old
An American actress appeared primarily in television. Notable roles in 'I Love Lucy' as an advertising executive and 'The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour' showcased her talent in comedic performances. Her career spanned several decades, contributing to various television series and movies in the 1950s and 1960s. Frequent performances in sitcoms solidified her status within the television landscape of that era, making her a familiar face to audiences.
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German composer and music theorist
Born
September 28th, 1681 344 years ago
Died
April 17th, 1764 261 years ago — 82 years old
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Japanese gymnast with Olympic success
Born
September 28th, 1992 33 years ago
Competed in artistic gymnastics, achieving notable success at international competitions. Represented Japan at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, securing a bronze medal in the women's team event. Also participated in various World Championships, contributing to Japan's standings in the sport.
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Computer Scientist, Founder of CRAY
Born
September 28th, 1925 100 years ago
Died
October 5th, 1996 29 years ago — 71 years old
A pivotal figure in supercomputing, significant contributions included the design of cutting-edge supercomputers. Founded Cray Research, which produced the Cray-1, the world's first successful supercomputer. Focused on achieving high performance through innovative architecture and technology. Played a crucial role in advancing computational capabilities for various scientific applications.
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