Markella Kavenagh
Australian actress in 'The Lord of the Rings'
Born
January 30th, 2000
25 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Australia
Links & References
An actress with a prominent role in the Amazon Prime series 'The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power'. Began her career in Australian television, appearing in series such as 'Romper Stomper'. Gained recognition for her performances and has been involved in various film and television projects since her debut.
Starred in 'The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power'
Appeared in 'Romper Stomper'
Other People Born on January 30th
Nikolaus Pevsner
A prominent art historian and architectural scholar, contributions to the understanding of English architecture were significant. Authored 'The Buildings of England', a major series documenting architectural history across England. Played a critical role in the establishment of the Arts Council of Great Britain. Teaching positions included roles at the University of Birmingham and Birkbeck College, influencing generations of students in the field of architectural history.
Continue ReadingDeSagana Diop
Born in Senegal, a basketball player and coach participated in the NBA and made a significant impact in professional basketball. Played as a center, contributing to teams including the Dallas Mavericks and the New Jersey Nets. Initially entered the NBA through the 2001 draft, securing a selection as the 8th overall pick. Transitioned to a coaching role after retiring from professional play, influencing the next generation of players.
Continue ReadingJohn Patterson
A professional baseball player, primarily played as a pitcher. Career spanned from 2000 to 2007, during which time played for the Montreal Expos and the Washington Nationals. In 2005, achieved a significant milestone by winning 18 games, which earned a selection to the All-Star Game. Following an injury in 2007, concluded professional playing career. Transitioned to coaching roles after retirement.
Continue ReadingLena Hall
An actress and singer recognized for performances on Broadway. Starred as Yitzhak in the musical 'Hedwig and the Angry Inch' and won a Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical in 2014. Also appeared in the television series 'The Tenth Doctor' in 'Doctor Who' and released music as a solo artist. Her work spans both theatre and music, demonstrating versatility in performance.
Continue ReadingSteve Marriott
A prominent musician in the 1960s and 1970s, contributed significantly to rock music. Co-founded the band Small Faces, which achieved critical acclaim with hits such as 'Itchycoo Park' and 'Lazy Sunday.' Later formed Humble Pie, a band that blended rock with blues, featuring the successful album 'Smokin'' in 1972. Recognized for powerful vocals and energetic performances, left a lasting influence on the genre.
Continue ReadingPeter Agre
A physician and biologist contributed significantly to the understanding of water channels in cell membranes. Discovered aquaporins while leading research at Johns Hopkins University. This discovery laid the groundwork for future investigations into cellular transport mechanisms. Served as the director of the Johns Hopkins Malaria Research Institute. Awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 2003 for work on aquaporins, further enhancing the scientific community's knowledge of membrane biology.
Continue Reading