Mitch Rein

Rugby league player for St. George Illawarra

Mitch Rein - Rugby league player for St. George Illawarra
Born

April 26th, 1990
35 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

Links & References

Played as a hooker in rugby league, predominantly for St. George Illawarra Dragons in the National Rugby League (NRL). Rein began his professional career in 2010 and gained recognition for his strong defensive skills and contributions to the team's performance. He also played for the Gold Coast Titans later in his career. In addition to club commitments, he represented New South Wales Country in representative matches.

Played for St. George Illawarra Dragons

Represented New South Wales Country

Other People Born on April 26th

Browning Ross

American runner and soldier
Born
April 26th, 1924 101 years ago
Died
April 27th, 1998 27 years ago — 74 years old

Browning Ross was a distance runner and soldier. Competed in the 1948 Summer Olympics in London, representing the United States in the 10,000 meters event. Served in the United States Army during World War II, participating in significant military campaigns. Earned respect in the running community as a successful competitor and contributor to the sport.

Continue Reading

Frank Hahn

British economist, authored key economic theories
Born
April 26th, 1925 100 years ago
Died
2013 12 years ago — 88 years old

Contributed significantly to economic theory and policy. Served as a professor of economics at Cambridge University. Developed concepts related to the theory of growth and rational expectations. Published numerous influential papers and books, including 'On Economic Dynamics'. Engaged in debates about market economy and socialism.

Continue Reading

Joey Wendle

Baseball player, 2019 Gold Glove winner
Born
April 26th, 1990 35 years ago

A professional baseball player, primarily played as an infielder. Career began with the Oakland Athletics before moving to the Tampa Bay Rays. Achieved success in the 2019 season, showcasing defensive skills that earned a Gold Glove Award. Contributed consistently in multiple seasons with a focus on batting average and versatility on the field.

Continue Reading

Jordan Pefok

Professional footballer, prominent striker
Born
April 26th, 1996 29 years ago

Played as a forward for various clubs and represented the national team. Achieved success in international competitions, contributing significantly to team performances. Notable for impressive scoring abilities and strategic play on the field.

Continue Reading

Charles Francis Richter

Seismologist, creator of Richter scale
Born
April 26th, 1900 125 years ago
Died
September 30th, 1985 39 years ago — 85 years old

Contributed significantly to the study of seismic waves through the development of magnitude scales. Developed the Richter scale in 1935, which quantifies the size of earthquakes. Worked at the California Institute of Technology and co-authored the book 'Seismic Waves and their Propagation' with Beno Gutenberg. Focused on seismicity in California and introduced the concept of magnitude to categorize earthquakes, influencing the field of seismology and improving earthquake preparedness.

Continue Reading

Gerard Cafesjian

Businessman and philanthropist
Born
April 26th, 1925 100 years ago
Died
September 15th, 2013 11 years ago — 88 years old

An American businessman and philanthropist established a significant presence in the world of art and culture. Involved in various ventures, he notably served as the chairman and owner of the Cafesjian Family Foundation. The foundation focused on supporting the arts, education, and cultural initiatives. Played a crucial role in the development and renovation of the Cafesjian Center for the Arts in Yerevan, Armenia, enhancing its cultural landscape. Contributed to numerous charitable causes, emphasizing the importance of philanthropy in community development.

Continue Reading