Josh Starling
Rugby league player with NRL experience
Professional rugby league player from Australia. Played as a prop and made significant contributions to teams in the National Rugby League (NRL). Made first-grade debut with the Sea Eagles and later played for the Rabbitohs. Known for physical presence on the field and strong tackling abilities.
Debuted in NRL for Manly Sea Eagles
Played for South Sydney Rabbitohs
Participated in multiple NRL seasons
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Brad Friedel
Soccer player and sportscaster
Born
May 18th, 1971 54 years ago
Played as a goalkeeper in Major League Soccer and the English Premier League. Became the first American to play in 450 Premier League matches. Represented the United States in three FIFA World Cups, specifically in 1994, 1998, and 2002. Transitioned to coaching and sportscasting after retirement from professional soccer.
Continue ReadingBertrand Russell
Philosopher and Nobel Prize laureate
Born
May 18th, 1872 153 years ago
Died
February 2nd, 1970 56 years ago — 97 years old
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Ice Hockey Player and Coach
Born
May 18th, 1959 66 years ago
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American politician, Senator from New Hampshire
Born
May 18th, 1930 95 years ago
Died
November 19th, 2012 13 years ago — 82 years old
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Singer-songwriter and composer, Devo
Born
May 18th, 1950 75 years ago
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Italian-American operatic bass singer
Born
May 18th, 1892 133 years ago
Died
May 9th, 1957 68 years ago — 64 years old
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