Luca Castellazzi
Italian footballer and goalkeeper
Played as a goalkeeper for several clubs in Italy, including Internazionale and Sampdoria. Notably participated in Serie A, Italy's top football league. Had a successful football career spanning over two decades, featuring numerous matches in domestic and European competitions. Contributed to team defenses and helped secure wins during critical matches.
Played for Internazionale
Played for Sampdoria
Participated in Serie A
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American singer with pop hits
Born
July 19th, 1925 101 years ago
Died
2021 5 years ago — 96 years old
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Mineralogist known for Friedel's law
Born
July 19th, 1865 161 years ago
Died
1933 93 years ago — 68 years old
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American novelist and short story writer
Born
July 19th, 1952 74 years ago
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Mexican professional wrestler
Born
July 19th, 1974 52 years ago
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Dutch politician, European Commissioner
Born
July 19th, 1941 85 years ago
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Russian monk and canonized saint
Born
July 19th, 1759 267 years ago
Died
January 14th, 1833 193 years ago — 73 years old
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