John Fogerty
Singer-songwriter and guitarist
A singer-songwriter and guitarist, this artist gained prominence in the late 1960s as the lead vocalist and founding member of the band Creedence Clearwater Revival. The band achieved significant commercial success with hits such as 'Bad Moon Rising' and 'Fortunate Son'. After the band's breakup in 1972, this musician pursued a solo career, releasing acclaimed albums including 'Centerfield', which featured the hit song 'The Old Man Down the Road'. Over the decades, this artist's influence has marked the landscape of rock music. Additionally, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1993 as a member of Creedence Clearwater Revival.
Led Creedence Clearwater Revival to success
Released the hit song 'Centerfield'
Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
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Zelda Rubinstein
American actress noted for film roles
Born
May 28th, 1933 92 years ago
Died
January 27th, 2010 16 years ago — 76 years old
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Spy author of the James Bond series
Born
May 28th, 1908 117 years ago
Died
August 12th, 1964 61 years ago — 56 years old
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Estonian skier, competed in World Cup
Born
May 28th, 1991 34 years ago
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Cinematographer for The Godfather series
Born
May 28th, 1931 94 years ago
Died
2014 12 years ago — 83 years old
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Architect, designed Portmeirion Village
Born
May 28th, 1883 142 years ago
Died
April 9th, 1978 47 years ago — 94 years old
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American Tennis Player
Born
May 28th, 1991 34 years ago
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