Mia Wasikowska
Actress, acclaimed for 'Alice in Wonderland'
An Australian actress gained prominence through performances in film and television. Starred in 'Alice in Wonderland' as Alice, a role that brought significant recognition. Appeared in 'The Kids Are All Right' and the HBO series 'In Treatment', showcasing versatility across genres. Worked with renowned directors including Jim Jarmusch and David Cronenberg, demonstrating a willingness to engage with complex narratives.
Starred in 'Alice in Wonderland'
Appeared in 'The Kids Are All Right'
Featured in HBO's 'In Treatment'
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François de Sourdis
French Catholic prelate and archbishop
Born
October 25th, 1574 451 years ago
Died
1628 398 years ago — 54 years old
Born in 1574, a French Catholic prelate served as Archbishop of Bordeaux. He played a significant role in the Catholic Church during the Counter-Reformation, working to strengthen Catholicism in his region. He was involved in various ecclesiastical and administrative duties, leading the diocese with a commitment to the Church's teachings. Sourdis also took part in diplomatic missions, representing the Church during a tumultuous period in French history.
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Scottish judge and philosopher
Born
October 25th, 1714 311 years ago
Died
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Born
October 25th, 1998 27 years ago
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Canadian filmmaker and producer
Born
October 25th, 1962 63 years ago
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Continue ReadingVincent Zhou
American figure skater and Olympian
Born
October 25th, 2000 25 years ago
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Continue ReadingDominik Szoboszlai
Hungarian footballer; RB Leipzig midfielder
Born
October 25th, 2000 25 years ago
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