John Waters
Film director and screenwriter of Hairspray
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Performers & Entertainers
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United States
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An influential figure in independent cinema, contributed as a director, producer, and screenwriter. Gained prominence in the 1970s with films characterized by their unconventional narratives and camp aesthetics. Achieved widespread recognition with the 1988 film 'Hairspray', which later became a successful Broadway musical and a Hollywood remake. Waters's works often explore themes of identity, marginalized communities, and social norms.
Directed 'Hairspray'
Created 'Pink Flamingos'
Produced 'Serial Mom'
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Ice Hockey Coach, 2002 Olympic Champion
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April 22nd, 1962 64 years ago
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American rapper and actor of 'Bird Box'
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April 22nd, 1990 36 years ago
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Ice hockey player and coach, Vancouver Canucks
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April 22nd, 1976 50 years ago
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Baseball player and Gold Glove winner
Born
April 22nd, 1990 36 years ago
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American football quarterback champion
Born
April 22nd, 1961 65 years ago
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Actress and co-host of The View
Born
April 22nd, 1967 59 years ago
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Finnish journalist and publisher
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1932 94 years ago
Died
May 5th, 2012 14 years ago — 80 years old
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German poet and author of 'The Last Garden'
Born
April 16th, 1935 91 years ago
Died
May 5th, 2013 13 years ago — 78 years old
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Football manager, 1978 World Cup champion
Born
October 22nd, 1938 87 years ago
Died
May 5th, 2024 2 years ago — 85 years old
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Peruvian general and President
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December 18th, 1825 200 years ago
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May 5th, 1901 125 years ago — 75 years old
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1935 91 years ago
Died
May 5th, 2015 11 years ago — 80 years old
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August 16th, 1951 74 years ago
Died
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