Glen Kamara

Finnish footballer, midfielder for Rangers

Glen Kamara - Athletes & Sports Figures born October 28th, 1995
Born
Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Finland

Links & References

A professional footballer, played as a midfielder. Started career at Arsenal before moving to the Finnish league. Transferred to Glasgow Rangers in 2019. Contributed to Rangers' unbeaten league campaign in the 2020-21 season and the team’s 55th league title. Also represented the Finnish national team in major tournaments.

Played for Rangers in the Scottish Premiership

Contributed to Rangers' 2020-21 unbeaten league season

Represented Finland in UEFA Euro 2020

Other People Born on October 28th

Francis Bacon

Irish painter with abstract expressionism
Born
October 28th, 1909 116 years ago
Died
April 28th, 1992 33 years ago — 82 years old

A celebrated painter, achieved recognition for a distinct style that merged figuration with abstraction. Focused primarily on human figures and their emotional states, often depicting the struggles of existence. Worked primarily with oil paint, utilizing techniques that led to textured, dynamic compositions. Exhibited in various prestigious galleries and museums worldwide. Major exhibitions included retrospectives at the Tate Gallery in London and the Museum of Modern Art in New York.

Continue Reading

Tokugawa Yoshinobu

Japanese shōgun during the Edo period
Born
October 28th, 1837 188 years ago
Died
November 22nd, 1913 112 years ago — 76 years old

Served as the last shōgun of the Tokugawa shogunate from 1867 until the Meiji Restoration in 1868. Focused on political reform and modernization efforts in response to internal and external pressures. Ultimately resigned and returned power to the emperor, marking the end of military governance in Japan. The restoration initiated significant political, social, and economic changes in the country.

Continue Reading

Marie of Hesse-Kassel

German Princess and Queen of Denmark
Born
October 28th, 1767 258 years ago
Died
1852 173 years ago — 85 years old

Born into the House of Hesse-Kassel, played a significant role as a Danish queen consort. Married Frederick VI of Denmark, contributing to the cultural and political landscape of Denmark during the early 19th century. Actively participated in royal duties and patronized various cultural initiatives, fostering arts and education. Maintained close relationships with influential figures of her time, promoting diplomatic ties between Denmark and Germany.

Continue Reading

Edd Gould

Animator and founder of Eddsworld
Born
October 28th, 1988 37 years ago
Died
March 25th, 2012 13 years ago — 23 years old

An English animator and voice actor, developed the web cartoon series Eddsworld, which gained a substantial following on platforms like YouTube. The series featured a variety of comedic episodes with characters based on friends and real-life experiences. Gould's work combined simple animation with humor, leading to a significant online presence and influence in the animation community. He provided the voices for multiple characters in the series and was involved in the writing and animation processes until his passing in 2012.

Continue Reading

Gilbert Hovey Grosvenor

Journalist and National Geographic editor
Born
October 28th, 1875 150 years ago
Died
1966 59 years ago — 91 years old

Born in 1875, a prominent journalist and editor served as the first editor of National Geographic Magazine. The role spanned from 1899 to 1954, during which the magazine's scope and readership expanded significantly. Contributed to making photography an integral part of the publication, elevating its status in the world of journalism. Grosvenor also played a key role in guiding the National Geographic Society's mission and growth during his tenure.

Continue Reading

Jae'Sean Tate

Basketball Player for Houston Rockets
Born
October 28th, 1995 30 years ago

A professional basketball player who played college basketball at Ohio State University. Transitioned to the Australian National Basketball League with the Sydney Kings before signing with the Houston Rockets in the NBA. Demonstrated versatility as a forward and gained recognition for performance in professional leagues.

Continue Reading