Leighton Baines
Footballer and Everton FC left-back
An accomplished footballer, excelled as a left-back primarily with Everton FC in the Premier League. Started professional career with Wigan Athletic and later transitioned to Everton, where played from 2007 to 2020. Represented the England national team several times, contributing to major international tournaments.
Played for Everton FC from 2007 to 2020
Earned 30 caps for England national team
Selected for UEFA Euro 2012 and 2014 FIFA World Cup
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Onyeka Okongwu
Basketball player for Atlanta Hawks
Born
December 11th, 2000 25 years ago
A professional basketball player, primarily played as a center for the Atlanta Hawks in the NBA. Okongwu played college basketball for the USC Trojans, where he demonstrated exceptional skills on both ends of the court. Drafted as the sixth overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft, he quickly became an important member of the Hawks. Known for defensive prowess and rebounding ability, Okongwu contributed to the team's performance in the playoffs.
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Basketball player, 2012 NBA All-Star
Born
December 11th, 1986 39 years ago
A professional basketball player played as a center in the NBA. Played college basketball at Georgetown University. Selected as the 17th overall pick in the 2008 NBA Draft by the Toronto Raptors but immediately traded to the Indiana Pacers. Played for the Pacers from 2008 to 2015, contributing to the team reaching the Eastern Conference Finals in 2013. Named an NBA All-Star in 2012 and recognized for defensive skills, earning a spot on the NBA All-Defensive Team in 2014. Concluded NBA career playing for the Los Angeles Lakers in the 2015-2016 season.
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Australian actress, known for 'Top End Wedding'
Born
December 11th, 1987 38 years ago
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Irish boxer, Olympic gold medalist
Born
December 11th, 1989 36 years ago
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Mexican actress and singer from telenovelas
Born
December 11th, 1984 41 years ago
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American football player who played safety
Born
December 11th, 1982 43 years ago
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