Fab Morvan
Singer-songwriter and dancer, Milli Vanilli
A singer-songwriter and dancer, gained prominence as one half of the pop duo Milli Vanilli. The group achieved major success in the late 1980s with hits such as 'Girl You Know It's True' and 'Blame It on the Rain.' Milli Vanilli won the Grammy Award for Best New Artist in 1990. Controversy arose when it was revealed that the duo did not sing the vocals on their records, leading to the Grammy being revoked. Despite the fallout, continued to perform and create music, releasing solo projects in the years that followed.
Achieved multi-platinum success with Milli Vanilli
Won a Grammy Award for Best New Artist in 1990
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Ike Moriz
Singer-songwriter and actor
Born
May 14th, 1972 54 years ago
Born in 1972, a singer-songwriter, producer, and actor with roots in Germany and South Africa. Moriz gained recognition for contributions to music across various genres, notably in pop and jazz. His music career included a significant presence in the South African music scene, where live performances attracted substantial audiences. As an actor, featured in several theater productions, utilizing talents in both singing and acting disciplines. Moriz formed a unique blend of cultural influences in artistic expressions throughout his career.
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Cricket coach and sportscaster
Born
May 14th, 1948 78 years ago
Died
March 18th, 2007 19 years ago — 58 years old
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Maltese archaeologist and author
Born
May 14th, 1830 196 years ago
Died
March 3rd, 1905 121 years ago — 74 years old
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Guitarist and member of The Rascals
Born
May 14th, 1944 82 years ago
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Journalist and producer of 'Hindenburg'
Born
May 14th, 1905 121 years ago
Died
January 10th, 1989 37 years ago — 83 years old
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Duke of Savoy and King of Sicily
Born
May 14th, 1666 360 years ago
Died
1732 294 years ago — 66 years old
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