Jonathan Marchessault
Ice hockey player and Stanley Cup champion
A prominent ice hockey player, this individual played in the National Hockey League (NHL) primarily as a forward. Drafted in 2011, the career path included stints with the Columbus Blue Jackets, Tampa Bay Lightning, and Florida Panthers before joining the Vegas Golden Knights in 2017. Played a pivotal role in leading the Golden Knights to the Stanley Cup Final in their inaugural season. Achieved significant recognition for offensive performance and secured the Stanley Cup Championship in 2023 with the Golden Knights.
Winning the Stanley Cup in 2023
Leading the Vegas Golden Knights in scoring
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Jorge Gutiérrez
Mexican basketball player in NBA
Born
December 27th, 1988 37 years ago
Played professional basketball, primarily in the NBA. Gutiérrez played college basketball for the University of California, Berkeley before entering the professional arena. He subsequently signed with the NBA's Brooklyn Nets and later played for the Mexican national team. His career features significant contributions to both club-level competitions and international tournaments.
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Scottish triathlete and long-distance runner
Born
December 27th, 1991 34 years ago
Competed in triathlons and long-distance running events at various championship levels. Achieved recognition in multiple competitions including the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, where she represented Great Britain in the triathlon. Prior to emerging in triathlon, held titles in long-distance running, showcasing talent in both track and field as well as road races.
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Estonian decathlete and European champion
Born
December 27th, 1992 33 years ago
Competitor in multiple prestigious decathlon events, achieved excellence on the European athletics stage. Won the European Athletics Championships title in 2018 held in Berlin. Competed in the Olympics, representing Estonia in both the 2016 Rio and 2020 Tokyo Games. Notable for a strong performance in combined events, consistently earning top finishes in decathlon competitions.
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Icelandic actress in 'Mortal Engines'
Born
December 27th, 1988 37 years ago
An actress from Iceland, gained recognition for roles in film and television. Starred in the adaptation of Philip Reeve's novel, 'Mortal Engines', portraying the lead character, Hester Shaw. Also featured in the television series 'Da Vinci's Demons' as Lucrezia Donati. Gained a reputation for diverse roles in independent films and international projects, showcasing versatility in performances across different genres.
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Actress in The Carrie Diaries
Born
December 27th, 1991 34 years ago
This actress gained recognition for her role as Dalton Academy student Zoey in the television series 'The Carrie Diaries.' From a young age, started acting and quickly transitioned to television and film. Appeared in the film 'The Longshots' and participated in several television series, demonstrating versatility in different genres. Also starred in 'Pretty Little Liars: The Perfectionists' as a series regular, further establishing a foothold in the entertainment industry.
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Finnish figure skater and competitor
Born
December 27th, 1990 35 years ago
Competed in figure skating at an elite level representing Finland. Participated in multiple international competitions, showcasing skills in various forms of artistic skating. Gained experience in both singles and pairs events, contributing to national and international team standings. Achieved personal best scores during championships and helped elevate the profile of Finnish figure skating on the global stage.
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