Matthew Lawrence
Actor and singer from 'Boy Meets World'
Born
February 11th, 1980
45 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
Links & References
Born in 1980, an American actor and singer gained recognition for roles in television and film. Played Jack Hunter in the sitcom 'Boy Meets World' and reprised the role in 'Girl Meets World'. Starred in movies such as 'Mrs. Doubtfire' and 'Cheats'. Pursued a music career and released singles. Participated in various television projects, showcasing talent in both acting and singing.
Played Jack Hunter in 'Boy Meets World'
Starred in 'Mrs. Doubtfire'
Participated in 'Girl Meets World'
Other People Born on February 11th
Helene Kröller-Müller
An art collector and philanthropist, played a crucial role in the establishment of the Kröller-Müller Museum in the Netherlands, which houses a significant collection of modern art. Actively collected artworks, including numerous pieces by Vincent van Gogh, contributing to the preservation and appreciation of art in the early 20th century. Dedicated significant resources to creating an institutional framework for art, ensuring accessibility and education for the public.
Continue ReadingRichard Hamming
An American mathematician and academic, contributed significantly to the fields of computer science and information theory. Developed the Hamming code, a method for error detection and correction in digital communications. Worked at Bell Labs and later at the Naval Postgraduate School. Authored numerous papers and the influential book 'The Art of Doing Science and Engineering'.
Continue ReadingJosiah Willard Gibbs
Contributions to the field of physics and chemistry included the development of the phase rule and the concept of chemical potential. Developed the Gibbs distribution in statistical mechanics. Played a crucial role in thermodynamics by formulating principles that describe the relationships between temperature, pressure, and volume. Authored 'Elementary Principles in Statistical Mechanics' which laid foundational aspects of statistical mechanics. Held a professorship at Yale University with significant influence on the education of future scientists.
Continue ReadingJacque Vaughn
A basketball player and coach, he played college basketball at the University of Kansas, where he was part of the 1993-1994 team that reached the NCAA Tournament's Sweet Sixteen. Following college, he played in the NBA for various teams, including the Utah Jazz and Orlando Magic. After retiring as a player, he transitioned into coaching. He served as an assistant coach for several NBA teams before becoming the head coach of the Brooklyn Nets in 2020, leading them through notable seasons.
Continue ReadingKelly Rowland
Born February 11, 1981, prominent as a singer and actress. Rose to fame as a member of the girl group Destiny's Child alongside Beyoncé and Michelle Williams, which became one of the best-selling female groups of all time. Launched a successful solo career with hit albums, including 'Simply Deep' and 'Here I Am'. Acted in films such as 'Love by the 10th Date' and served as a judge on 'The X Factor' US version. Received various accolades, including Grammy Awards for both group and solo efforts.
Continue ReadingIan Gow
A politician served as the Member of Parliament for Eastbourne from 1974 until 1990. Associated with the Conservative Party, held various government positions, including Parliamentary Private Secretary to the Minister of Defence. In 1987, appointed as Minister of State for Northern Ireland and focused on issues related to that region. Respected for contributions to debates on national security and economic policy. Tragically, life was cut short by an assassination in 1990.
Continue Reading