Evan Spiegel
Internet entrepreneur and Snapchat co-founder
Entrepreneur co-founded Snapchat in 2011, a multimedia messaging app that rapidly gained popularity. Instrumental in developing the platform's unique features, including Stories and Discover. Served as CEO, guiding the company's initial public offering in 2017, marking one of the most significant tech IPOs of the year. Continued to lead product innovations and monetization strategies, contributing to the app's growth and user engagement.
Co-founded Snapchat in 2011
Led the company's IPO in 2017
Introduced Stories feature to social media
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Italian noblewoman, Grand Duchess of Tuscany
Born
June 4th, 1604 421 years ago
Died
1648 377 years ago — 44 years old
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Born
June 4th, 1928 97 years ago
Died
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New Zealand author and playwright
Born
June 4th, 1932 93 years ago
Died
October 10th, 2004 21 years ago — 72 years old
An author and playwright from New Zealand, contributed significantly to literature through a variety of genres. Wrote acclaimed novels, short stories, and plays that captured the essence of New Zealand identity and history. Some notable works include the novel 'Season of the Rainbirds' and the play 'The God Boy'. Held academic positions and participated in the development of literary culture in New Zealand during the 20th century.
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Educator and Governor-General of Saint Vincent
Born
June 4th, 1934 91 years ago
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June 4th, 2004 21 years ago
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Theatre director and actress, co-founder of The Living Theatre
Born
June 4th, 1926 99 years ago
Died
April 10th, 2015 10 years ago — 88 years old
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