Margarita Mamun
Russian rhythmic gymnast and Olympian
Competed in rhythmic gymnastics, representing Russia in various international events. Achieved significant success at the 2016 Summer Olympics, where secured a gold medal in the individual all-around event. Also contributed to team events and won multiple medals at the World Championships.
Won gold in the individual all-around at the 2016 Olympics
Secured multiple World Championship medals
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Australian singer and musician.
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English politician, Nobel Prize laureate
Born
November 1st, 1889 136 years ago
Died
October 8th, 1982 43 years ago — 92 years old
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Baseball player and sportscaster
Born
November 1st, 1960 65 years ago
Died
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Argentinian politician and Nobel laureate
Born
November 1st, 1878 147 years ago
Died
May 5th, 1959 66 years ago — 80 years old
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Sportscaster best known for snooker commentary
Born
November 1st, 1920 105 years ago
Died
May 1st, 2011 14 years ago — 90 years old
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Norwegian journalist, author, poet
Born
November 1st, 1902 123 years ago
Died
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