Ken Salazar

American politician and Secretary of the Interior

Ken Salazar - American politician and Secretary of the Interior
Born

March 2nd, 1955
70 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

Links & References

Served as the 50th United States Secretary of the Interior from 2009 to 2013. Prior to this position, held the office of Attorney General of Colorado from 1999 to 2005. Focused on environmental protection and land management during tenure as Secretary. Played a significant role in implementing conservation initiatives and overseeing federal land use policy.

Served as the 50th Secretary of the Interior

Held office as Attorney General of Colorado

Other People Born on March 2nd

Jennifer Jones

American actress, Oscar winner for "The Song of Bernadette"
Born
March 2nd, 1919 106 years ago
Died
December 17th, 2009 15 years ago — 90 years old

An accomplished actress in American cinema, recognized for a career that spanned several decades. Featured in critically acclaimed films such as "The Song of Bernadette," which earned an Academy Award for Best Actress. Starred in major productions like "Duel in the Sun" and "Love is a Many-Splendored Thing." Established a prominent presence in Hollywood during the 1940s and 1950s, known for her exceptional acting ability and on-screen charisma. Received multiple nominations and awards throughout her career, solidifying her status as one of the leading actresses of her time.

Continue Reading

Arike Ogunbowale

Professional basketball player, WNBA star
Born
March 2nd, 1997 28 years ago

Born in 1997, a professional basketball player gained recognition during college at Notre Dame, where led the team to the 2018 NCAA Women's Basketball Championship. Achieved a buzzer-beater in the national title game, earning accolades for her performance. Drafted third overall by the Dallas Wings in the 2019 WNBA Draft and has established a reputation as a scoring leader in the league. Played in the WNBA All-Star Game and was named the 2021 WNBA Most Improved Player. Contributed significantly to her team's successes in both college and professional basketball.

Continue Reading

Abdelaziz Bouteflika

Algerian politician, 5th President
Born
March 2nd, 1937 88 years ago
Died
September 17th, 2021 3 years ago — 84 years old

Served as the 5th President of Algeria from 1999 to 2019. Bouteflika participated in the Algerian War of Independence against French colonial rule. Held various ministerial positions prior to his presidency, including Minister of Foreign Affairs. Implemented policies aimed at national reconciliation and economic reform during his tenure. Reelected multiple times, faced significant protests against his rule in 2019, leading to his resignation.

Continue Reading

Tua Tagovailoa

Professional football quarterback, NFL star
Born
March 2nd, 1998 27 years ago

Born in 1998, this individual is a professional football quarterback. Played college football at the University of Alabama, where significant achievements included winning the College Football Playoff National Championship in 2017. Drafted by the Miami Dolphins as the fifth overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft, continued to build a professional career in the NFL. Gained recognition for leadership on the field and offensive skills.

Continue Reading

Andrew Strauss

Cricketer and England captain
Born
March 2nd, 1977 48 years ago

A former cricketer, held the position of captain for the England national cricket team. Played as an opening batsman and contributed significantly to the team's achievements in Test and One Day Internationals. Led England to victory in the 2010 ICC T20 World Cup. Retired from international cricket in 2012 and has since been involved in cricket administration and commentary.

Continue Reading

Jan Howard Finder

American author and academic
Born
March 2nd, 1939 86 years ago
Died
2013 12 years ago — 74 years old

An author and academic specialized in educational theories and practices. Contributed extensively to the field of education through various publications and teaching roles. Engaged in research that focused on improving educational outcomes and curriculum development. Held academic positions at notable institutions where curriculum innovations were implemented. Served as a mentor to future educators, influencing their teaching methodologies.

Continue Reading