Javier Clemente
Football manager and national team coach
A football manager and former player from Spain. Managed the Spain national team during two World Cups, in 1992 and 1994. Had a notable club management career with teams such as Athletic Bilbao and Real Madrid. Achieved success in the 1983 Copa del Rey with Athletic Bilbao. Also played as a defender for the same club in the 1970s.
Managed the Spain national team in World Cups
Won the Copa del Rey with Athletic Bilbao
Coached Real Madrid and multiple La Liga teams
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David Mellor
British politician and government minister
Born
March 12th, 1949 76 years ago
Died
May 7th, 2009 16 years ago — 60 years old
Served as a member of the Conservative Party in the UK. Held various ministerial roles in the 1990s, including Minister of State for Trade and Minister of State for the Home Office. Represented the constituency of Putney in Parliament from 1983 to 1997. Resigned from the government in 1992 after a personal scandal but continued to serve in Parliament until 1997. After leaving politics, transitioned to a career in media and business.
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American volleyball player, Olympic athlete
Born
March 12th, 1987 38 years ago
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Indian politician and Deputy Prime Minister
Born
March 12th, 1913 112 years ago
Died
November 25th, 1984 41 years ago — 71 years old
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American football wide receiver, Super Bowl champion
Born
March 12th, 1998 27 years ago
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American actress known for Blindspot
Born
March 12th, 1984 41 years ago
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American football wide receiver
Born
March 12th, 1990 35 years ago
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