Greyson Chance
American musician with viral hit 'Paparazzi'
Launched music career at a young age with a viral performance of Lady Gaga's 'Paparazzi' on YouTube, which garnered significant attention. Released debut EP 'Hold On 'Til The Night' in 2011, which featured the successful single 'Waiting Outside the Lines.' Continued to produce music and evolve stylistically, embracing various genres. Achieved recognition for vocal talent and engaging live performances.
Viral YouTube performance of 'Paparazzi'
Released debut EP 'Hold On 'Til The Night'
Single 'Waiting Outside the Lines' charted
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Guyanese cricketer and Test batsman
Born
August 16th, 1974 52 years ago
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Cricketer, 7th Baron Hawke
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August 16th, 1860 166 years ago
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1938 88 years ago — 78 years old
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American actress in classic films
Born
August 16th, 1910 116 years ago
Died
March 25th, 1986 40 years ago — 75 years old
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Born
August 16th, 1930 96 years ago
Died
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Born
August 16th, 1920 106 years ago
Died
March 9th, 1994 32 years ago — 73 years old
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English author of fantasy novels
Born
August 16th, 1934 92 years ago
Died
March 26th, 2011 15 years ago — 76 years old
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