Le'Veon Bell
American football player and Pro Bowler
Born
February 18th, 1992
33 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
Links & References
Played as a running back in the National Football League (NFL) from 2013 to 2021. Spent six seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers, where he emerged as one of the league's premier running backs. Renowned for exceptional rushing and receiving skills, contributed significantly to the Steelers’ offense. In 2017, earned All-Pro honors and was selected to the Pro Bowl multiple times. Later played for the New York Jets and briefly for the Kansas City Chiefs, winning Super Bowl LIV with the Chiefs.
Rushed for over 1,000 yards in multiple seasons
Selected to the Pro Bowl three times
Named First-team All-Pro in 2017
Other People Born on February 18th
Julia Butterfly Hill
Activism centered around tree-sitting drew attention to deforestation issues. Lived in a redwood tree, named Luna, for 738 days to prevent the tree's removal by Pacific Lumber Company. Authored the book, 'The Legacy of Luna,' detailing the experience and advocating for environmental preservation. Continued work in environmental activism and speaking engagements following the tree-sitting.
Continue ReadingMichael Buerk
Buerk began a career in journalism in the 1970s, gaining recognition as a news presenter for the BBC. He reported on significant events such as the Ethiopian famine in the 1980s, bringing global attention to humanitarian crises. Buerk served as a prominent anchor on BBC News at Ten, where he led coverage of major national and international stories. In addition to television journalism, he contributed articles to various newspapers and magazines, establishing himself as a notable figure in British media.
Continue ReadingIke Barinholtz
Born in 1977, this American actor and comedian gained recognition for work on television and film. Major roles include playing Nurse Morgan Tookers in the series 'The Mindy Project' and the character Griggs in 'Neighbors'. In addition to acting, he co-wrote and directed the film 'Cock blockers'. Multifaceted contributions in comedy came from writing and performing in sketch shows like 'MADtv'.
Continue ReadingHenry Vane the Elder
Born in 1589, Vane served as a prominent member of the English Parliament during the early 17th century. He played a significant role in the political affairs of England, particularly during the period leading up to the English Civil War. His involvement included advocating for the interests of both the English gentry and common people. Vane was instrumental in establishing certain parliamentary provisions and contributed to discussions surrounding governance during tumultuous times. His tenure in politics lasted until his death in 1655.
Continue ReadingLuis Muñoz Marín
A prominent political figure in Puerto Rico, served as the first Governor from 1949 to 1965. Played a significant role in establishing Puerto Rico's political status and advocating for its economic development. Contributed to the creation of Operation Bootstrap, aimed at industrializing the island. Engaged in poetry and wrote extensively on political and social issues, making lasting contributions to the cultural landscape of Puerto Rico.
Continue ReadingBahāʾ al-dīn al-ʿĀmilī
Born in 1547, this figure contributed significantly to Islamic philosophy and education, establishing the Isfahan School of Islamic Philosophy. The school became a prominent center for philosophical thought in the Islamic world. This philosopher wrote extensively, covering topics from theology to natural sciences, influencing various scholars. The works produced during this period are seen as critical in the development of Islamic philosophy.
Continue Reading