Giorgos Koumoutsakos
Greek politician and politician leader
A Greek politician with a background in law and international relations. Served as a member of the Hellenic Parliament representing New Democracy. Worked as a Greek government spokesperson for foreign affairs and held various positions within the government. Played a significant role in addressing migration policies and European Union affairs.
Served as a member of the Hellenic Parliament
Worked as a government spokesperson for foreign affairs
Contributed to migration policy discussions
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Tom Waddell
Baseball player and coach, MLB background
Born
September 17th, 1958 67 years ago
Died
2019 7 years ago — 61 years old
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Rapper and producer, 'The Human Beatbox'
Born
September 17th, 1966 59 years ago
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Snooker player; World Snooker Champion
Born
September 17th, 1969 56 years ago
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Musician known for Fugazi
Born
September 17th, 1965 60 years ago
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American singer-songwriter with hit albums
Born
September 17th, 1968 57 years ago
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American actor known for Riverdale
Born
September 17th, 1969 56 years ago
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