Maria Schneider
French actress in Last Tango in Paris
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Died
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Performers & Entertainers
Country
France
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An actress gained prominence in the 1970s, achieving significant recognition through performances in film. Featured in Bernardo Bertolucci's controversial 1972 film 'Last Tango in Paris' alongside Marlon Brando, which secured her a place in cinematic history. Worked with several notable directors and appeared in various Italian and French films throughout her career. Despite challenges in personal life and controversies surrounding her roles, maintained a dedication to the craft of acting until later years.
Starring in 'Last Tango in Paris'
Performing in 'The Passenger'
Appearing in 'The Hypothesis of the Stolen Painting'
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Spanish footballer, Stoke City defender
Born
March 27th, 1992 34 years ago
A professional footballer started career at FC Barcelona, progressing through their youth system. Made debut for the first team in 2012, participating in La Liga. Joined Stoke City in 2013, contributing to the team's attempts in the Premier League. Played as a defender, demonstrating versatility on the field. Continued career in Spain after leaving Stoke City.
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Swedish-Turkish professional footballer
Born
March 27th, 1990 36 years ago
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Nigerian-Qatari sprinter, Olympic athlete
Born
March 27th, 1987 39 years ago
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English actress in television and film
Born
March 27th, 1988 38 years ago
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Ukrainian tennis player with junior titles
Born
March 27th, 2002 24 years ago
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Television and film actress.
Born
March 27th, 1970 56 years ago
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Frank Oppenheimer
Physicist, founder of Exploratorium museum
Born
August 14th, 1912 113 years ago
Died
February 3rd, 1985 41 years ago — 72 years old
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Actor and activist, Grandpa Munster
Born
1923 103 years ago
Died
February 3rd, 2006 20 years ago — 83 years old
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Singaporean politician, Deputy Prime Minister
Born
December 10th, 1921 104 years ago
Died
February 3rd, 2012 14 years ago — 90 years old
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French physicist and astronomer
Born
April 21st, 1774 252 years ago
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Born
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English surgeon and poet
Born
December 24th, 1754 271 years ago
Died
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