Janina Gavankar
Actress and singer from 'The Vampire Diaries'
An American actress and singer, contributions include roles in the television series 'The Vampire Diaries' and 'True Blood'. Gavankar also lent her voice to video game characters, notably in 'Star Wars: Battlefront' and 'The Division'. In addition to acting, Gavankar has pursued a music career, releasing several singles and collaborating with various artists.
Appeared in 'The Vampire Diaries'
Performed in 'True Blood'
Voiced characters in 'Star Wars: Battlefront'
Created music singles and collaborations
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English lawyer and politician
Born
November 29th, 1956 69 years ago
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Actress known for 'The Craft: Legacy'
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November 29th, 1998 27 years ago
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Broadcaster and WWII Propagandist
Born
November 29th, 1900 125 years ago
Died
1988 38 years ago — 88 years old
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Japanese politician and former governor
Born
November 29th, 1948 77 years ago
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November 29th, 2002 23 years ago
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Baseball player, 1959 AL All-Star
Born
November 29th, 1925 100 years ago
Died
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