Johnny Jeter
Professional wrestler and reality star
Competed in professional wrestling and participated in various wrestling promotions. Gained popularity as a contestant on the reality television show 'WWE Tough Enough'. Appeared in WWE programming as part of the wrestling roster and participated in matches that showcased wrestling skills and athleticism. Involved in tag team wrestling and contributed to storylines in the promotion.
Competed in WWE Tough Enough
Wrestled in WWE shows
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Erastus Corning
American politician and businessman
Born
December 14th, 1794 231 years ago
Died
April 9th, 1872 154 years ago — 77 years old
Served as the mayor of Albany, New York for a total of 20 years across several non-consecutive terms. Engaged in multiple business ventures, including contributing to the development of the railroad industry in New York. Corning also played a significant role in local politics and governance, influencing infrastructure and economic policies during the mid-19th century.
Continue ReadingLee Remick
American actress, starred in Days of Wine and Roses
Born
December 14th, 1935 90 years ago
Died
July 2nd, 1991 35 years ago — 55 years old
An acclaimed actress, this individual gained recognition for roles in film and television. Early performances included work in theater productions before transitioning to film. Major roles included Sandy in 'Days of Wine and Roses' and the lead in 'The Omen'. Throughout a successful career, received several award nominations, including Academy Award and Emmy Award nominations. Contributions to both film and television showcased range and depth of talent.
Continue ReadingDaniel Neal
Historian and author of English history
Born
December 14th, 1678 347 years ago
Died
April 4th, 1743 283 years ago — 64 years old
An English historian and author, this individual specialized in works detailing English history. His most prominent work includes 'The History of New England,' which offered a comprehensive look at the region's historical development. Active in the early 18th century, contributed to historical scholarship and understanding of early American history. Engaged in writing during a period of growing interest in both national and colonial histories, the individual focused on both political and social contexts of the time.
Continue ReadingRon Jarden
Rugby player, All Blacks representative
Born
December 14th, 1929 96 years ago
Died
1977 49 years ago — 48 years old
Played rugby union as a wing for New Zealand's national team, the All Blacks, during the 1950s. Established a reputation as a skilled player in domestic rugby competitions. Contributed significantly to the sport in New Zealand, participating in several international matches and earning selection for prestigious tours. Retired from professional play, leaving a legacy within rugby circles in the nation.
Continue ReadingAphra Behn
Playwright and novelist of Restoration era
Born
December 14th, 1640 385 years ago
Died
April 16th, 1689 337 years ago — 48 years old
An influential author and playwright from England, contributed significantly to the Restoration literary scene. Among the first women to earn a living by writing, produced works that explored themes of love, politics, and gender. Her most notable plays include 'The Rover' and 'The Lucky Chance', which showcased her wit and understanding of human relationships. In addition to plays, wrote novels such as 'Oroonoko', regarded as one of the earliest English novels. Contemporaries recognized her talent and defiance in a male-dominated literary world.
Continue ReadingCliff Williams
Bass player for AC/DC
Born
December 14th, 1949 76 years ago
A prominent bass player contributed to the hard rock band AC/DC from 1977 until retirement in 2016. Williams joined the band during the recording of the iconic album 'Let There Be Rock'. His playing style and energetic performances became integral to the band's sound. Williams participated in multiple world tours and was featured on numerous classic albums, including 'Highway to Hell' and 'Back in Black'. Besides performing, he was also involved in songwriting for the band.
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