Jordan McLean
Rugby League Player - Melbourne Storm
Played professional rugby league. Competed in the NRL for teams including the Melbourne Storm and North Queensland Cowboys. Achieved success in the 2017 NRL Grand Final with the Melbourne Storm, securing a championship title. Represented Australia in international competitions and made appearances for the New South Wales State of Origin team.
Won the 2017 NRL Grand Final with Melbourne Storm
Competed for North Queensland Cowboys
Represented Australia in rugby league
Played in State of Origin series for New South Wales
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German author of detective fiction
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October 8th, 1964 61 years ago
Died
January 17th, 2013 13 years ago — 48 years old
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October 8th, 1987 38 years ago
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King of Albania and founder of a dynasty
Born
October 8th, 1895 130 years ago
Died
April 9th, 1961 65 years ago — 65 years old
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Born
October 8th, 1956 69 years ago
Died
February 6th, 2012 14 years ago — 55 years old
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Baseball player and catcher
Born
October 8th, 1944 81 years ago
Died
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