Greg Oden

Basketball player, NBA champion

Greg Oden - Basketball player, NBA champion
Born

January 22nd, 1988
37 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

Links & References

A professional basketball player played center, starting his career with the Portland Trail Blazers in 2007. Struggled with injuries throughout his career, limiting playing time. Joined the Miami Heat in 2013, contributing to the team's victory in the 2013 NBA Championship. Retired in 2014, ending a career affected by significant physical challenges but highlighted by moments of standout performance during his limited playtime.

Drafted first overall by the Portland Trail Blazers in 2007

Won an NBA Championship with the Miami Heat in 2013

Other People Born on January 22nd

Joseph Wambaugh

American crime fiction author
Born
January 22nd, 1937 88 years ago

Born in 1937, an author primarily focused on crime fiction, gained recognition with the debut novel, "The New Centurions," based on experiences as a Los Angeles police officer. His works often blend police procedural with elements of social commentary, reflecting real-life cases and law enforcement culture. Researched police practices extensively to create compelling narratives. The novel "The Onion Field" was based on a real-life murder case and further showcased the darker aspects of crime and justice.

Continue Reading

Ondrej Nepela

Slovak figure skater and coach, World Champion
Born
January 22nd, 1951 74 years ago
Died
February 2nd, 1989 36 years ago — 38 years old

Born in 1951, this figure skater became notable in the world of competitive figure skating during the 1970s. Achievements included winning the World Figure Skating Championships in 1971 and securing a gold medal at the 1972 Winter Olympics. After retiring from competition, transitioned into coaching and mentoring future generations of skaters, contributing to the development of the sport in Slovakia. The legacy includes inspiring young athletes through coaching and promoting figure skating.

Continue Reading

Edward Harkness

American philanthropist and supporter of education
Born
January 22nd, 1874 151 years ago
Died
January 29th, 1940 85 years ago — 66 years old

A prominent philanthropist, contributed significant funding to educational institutions and medical research. Harkness supported Yale University, establishing the Harkness Fellowships in 1920 to promote international academic exchange. Significant donations were made to the University of Chicago, the New York Public Library, and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. His financial contributions helped shape higher education in the United States during the early 20th century.

Continue Reading

Berthold Grünfeld

Psychiatrist and academic in Norway
Born
January 22nd, 1932 93 years ago
Died
2007 18 years ago — 75 years old

An influential psychiatrist and academic contributed significantly to the understanding of various psychological disorders. Served as a professor at the University of Oslo and published numerous papers in the field of psychiatry. Focused research on psychotherapeutic methods and the treatment of severe mental illnesses. Active in training new generations of mental health professionals and involved in various academic projects.

Continue Reading

Steven Adler

Rock drummer for Guns N' Roses
Born
January 22nd, 1965 60 years ago

Born in 1965, a rock drummer gained prominence in the late 1980s and early 1990s. As the original drummer for the band Guns N' Roses, contributed to the creation of the iconic debut album 'Appetite for Destruction', which included classic tracks such as 'Sweet Child o' Mine' and 'Welcome to the Jungle'. Following personal challenges, departed from the band during its rise to fame but remained a notable figure in the music scene. Later formed his own group, Adler’s Appetite, continuing to perform and record music.

Continue Reading

Gotthold Ephraim Lessing

German philosopher and playwright
Born
January 22nd, 1729 296 years ago
Died
February 15th, 1781 244 years ago — 52 years old

A key figure of the German Enlightenment, contributed significantly to philosophy and literature. Wrote influential works such as 'Nathan the Wise,' a dramatic poem advocating religious tolerance. Authored 'Laocoon,' which explored aesthetics and the nature of art. Lessing's critique of rationalism and promotion of freedom of thought played a pivotal role in shaping modern philosophy.

Continue Reading