Jérémy Morel
Professional footballer and defender
A professional footballer played primarily as a defender. Started career at Lyon, contributing to their success in Ligue 1. Later transferred to Lorient and played several seasons. Contributed to the team reaching top-tier status in French football and represented the national team at various youth levels, earning caps in international competitions.
Won Ligue 1 title with Lyon
Played for Lorient in Ligue 1
Represented France at youth international levels
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David Heyes
English politician and MP
Born
April 2nd, 1946 80 years ago
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American race car driver and team owner
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April 2nd, 1980 46 years ago
Died
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April 2nd, 2007 19 years ago
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American actor in Breaking Bad
Born
April 2nd, 1988 38 years ago
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Baseball player and sportscaster
Born
April 2nd, 1945 81 years ago
Died
2021 5 years ago — 76 years old
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Born
April 2nd, 1947 79 years ago
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