Nicole Scherzinger
Singer-songwriter of The Pussycat Dolls
Gained prominence as the lead singer of the girl group The Pussycat Dolls, which achieved worldwide success with hits like 'Don't Cha' and 'Buttons.' Launched a solo career with the album 'Killer Love,' featuring the chart-topping single 'Right There.' Also recognized for work on stage and screen, including appearances in 'Dancing with the Stars' and 'The X Factor' as a judge. Prolific in live performances, particularly in the musical 'Cats,' portraying the character Grizabella.
Led The Pussycat Dolls to multiple chart-topping hits
Released solo album 'Killer Love'
Performed in the musical 'Cats'
Served as a judge on 'The X Factor'
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John II of Aragon and Navarre
King of Aragon and Navarre
Born
June 29th, 1398 628 years ago
Died
1479 547 years ago — 81 years old
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English physicist and academic researcher
Born
June 29th, 1957 69 years ago
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Dutch noble and environmental advocate
Born
June 29th, 1911 115 years ago
Died
December 1st, 2004 21 years ago — 93 years old
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Queen of Aragon and Navarre
Born
June 29th, 1136 890 years ago
Died
October 15th, 1173 852 years ago — 37 years old
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Swedish race car driver
Born
June 29th, 1976 50 years ago
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German general during World War II
Born
June 29th, 1906 120 years ago
Died
2000 26 years ago — 94 years old
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