Mark Wahlberg
Actor, producer, and former rapper
Started a career in entertainment as a rapper, founding the group Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch, which achieved success with the hit single 'Good Vibrations'. Transitioned to acting, starring in films such as 'Boogie Nights', 'The Departed', and 'Ted'. Established a production company that has produced various films and television shows, including 'Boardwalk Empire' and 'Entourage'. Also engaged in business ventures, including a popular chain of burgers.
Starred in 'Boogie Nights'
Produced 'Boardwalk Empire'
Led in 'The Departed'
Achieved fame as Marky Mark
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Ernest Augustus
King of Hanover, Duke of Cumberland
Born
June 5th, 1771 254 years ago
Died
1851 175 years ago — 80 years old
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English soldier and painter of war scenes
Born
June 5th, 1895 130 years ago
Died
January 20th, 1980 46 years ago — 84 years old
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Ophthalmologist and Nobel Laureate
Born
June 5th, 1862 163 years ago
Died
July 28th, 1930 95 years ago — 68 years old
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Burmese writer and poet
Born
June 5th, 1899 126 years ago
Died
1942 84 years ago — 43 years old
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Ornithologist and author of bird studies
Born
June 5th, 1912 113 years ago
Died
January 12th, 2003 23 years ago — 90 years old
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English cricketer, renowned leg spinner
Born
June 5th, 1912 113 years ago
Died
1981 45 years ago — 69 years old
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