Kelly Santos
Brazilian basketball player
A professional basketball player from Brazil, played in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) and represented Brazil in international competitions. Played for the Washington Mystics and the Phoenix Mercury. Competed in the 2004 Summer Olympics and earned a bronze medal at the 2002 FIBA World Championship.
Played for the Washington Mystics
Competed in the 2004 Summer Olympics
Won a bronze medal at the 2002 FIBA World Championship
Other People Born on November 10th
Daniel James
Welsh footballer with Manchester United
Born
November 10th, 1997 28 years ago
Played as a winger, beginning career at Swansea City before transferring to Manchester United. Made a significant impact in the Premier League with speed and skill. Represented the Welsh national team, contributing to the squad in international competitions.
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Cypriot gymnast and Olympic competitor
Born
November 10th, 1997 28 years ago
Competed in artistic gymnastics, representing Cyprus at various international competitions. Participated in the 2020 Summer Olympics held in Tokyo, demonstrating skills in multiple events. Achieved notable rankings in European gymnastics championships, showcasing talent in the sport and contributing to Cyprus' visibility in gymnastics on a global scale.
Continue ReadingHenri Rabaud
French conductor and composer of operas
Born
November 10th, 1873 152 years ago
Died
September 11th, 1949 76 years ago — 75 years old
A prominent French conductor and composer, contributions included the composition of operas and orchestral works. Notable operas include 'Mireille' and 'Don Quichotte'. Served as the conductor of the Paris Opera, influencing the French musical scene during the early 20th century. Also contributed to the field of music education and authored several instructional texts.
Continue ReadingMark E. Neely
American historian and author
Born
November 10th, 1944 81 years ago
An American historian and author focused on the Civil War era and American history. Served as a professor and directed the Lincoln Prize at Gettysburg College. Authored several eminent works including 'The Fate of Liberty: Abraham Lincoln and Civil Liberties'. Contributed extensively to academic scholarship concerning the implications of wartime policies on civil rights.
Continue ReadingShigesato Itoi
Japanese video game designer, EarthBound
Born
November 10th, 1948 77 years ago
A video game designer and voice actor, contributions include designing and writing for the EarthBound series, which gained a cult following. Active in the video game industry since the 1980s, involvement in various projects led to significant recognition. He also voiced several characters, enhancing the game's narrative and experience. Itoi's work extended beyond gaming, with published writings and involvement in advertising.
Continue ReadingDonna Fargo
Country music singer-songwriter and guitarist
Born
November 10th, 1945 80 years ago
A prominent figure in country music, this artist gained recognition with hits in the 1970s. The song "The Happiest Girl in the Whole U.S.A." achieved great success, reaching the top of the charts. Other notable tracks include "Funny Face" and "Superstar," which contributed to the artist's popularity. A Grammy Award for Best Female Country Vocal Performance was received in 1973, highlighting the artist’s contributions to the genre. Through various albums and performances, the artist helped shape the sound of country music in that era.
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