Mick Fleetwood
Drummer for Fleetwood Mac
Born in 1947, a drummer played in the rock band Fleetwood Mac, which achieved significant commercial success in the 1970s. The band’s 1977 album 'Rumours' became one of the best-selling albums of all time, featuring hits like 'Go Your Own Way' and 'Dreams'. The band underwent several lineup changes but remained influential in the rock genre. In addition to drumming, engaged in various musical projects, including solo albums and collaborations with other artists.
Drummed on Fleetwood Mac's 'Rumours'
Co-founded Fleetwood Mac in 1967
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American baseball pitcher and All-Star
Born
June 24th, 1986 39 years ago
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German footballer and Bundesliga player
Born
June 24th, 1990 35 years ago
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Physicist, Nobel Prize laureate
Born
June 24th, 1927 98 years ago
Died
September 30th, 2014 11 years ago — 87 years old
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Uruguayan footballer, UEFA Champions League winner
Born
June 24th, 1999 26 years ago
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Guadeloupean footballer with Nantes
Born
June 24th, 1996 29 years ago
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Eritrean long-distance runner
Born
June 24th, 1989 36 years ago
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