Lucas Radebe
Footballer and sportscaster, Leeds United
A South African footballer and sportscaster, played as a defender for clubs including Kaizer Chiefs and Leeds United. Represented the South African national team and participated in major tournaments such as the FIFA World Cup in 1998. After retirement, transitioned into a successful career in sports broadcasting, contributing insights and commentary on football.
Played for Leeds United in the Premier League
Represented South Africa in the 1998 FIFA World Cup
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Benjamin Libet
Neuropsychologist; Libet experiment
Born
April 12th, 1916 110 years ago
Died
2007 19 years ago — 91 years old
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Composer and conductor of symphonic works
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April 12th, 1916 110 years ago
Died
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Race car driver, National 500 champion
Born
April 12th, 1924 102 years ago
Died
1970 56 years ago — 46 years old
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Actress and dancer in 'On the Town'
Born
April 12th, 1923 103 years ago
Died
January 22nd, 2004 22 years ago — 80 years old
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Scottish actress with notable stage performances
Born
April 12th, 1929 97 years ago
Died
2013 13 years ago — 84 years old
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Born
April 12th, 1925 101 years ago
Died
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