Nikos Barlos
Basketball player and Olympian
Played professional basketball primarily in the Greek league and represented Greece in international competitions. Known for participation in the 2004 Athens Olympics as part of the national team. Played for various clubs, contributing to the domestic league's growth and popularity.
Participated in the 2004 Athens Olympics
Played for Olympiakos and AEK Athens
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Turkish footballer and former midfielder
Born
July 12th, 1991 34 years ago
Footballer played primarily as a midfielder. Started professional career at Kayserispor, making significant contributions to the team's successes. Later transferred to clubs including Gaziantepspor and Çaykur Rizespor. Gained recognition for strong performances in the Turkish Super Lig and participated in various national competitions. Known for consistency on the field and effective playmaking abilities.
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Professional footballer and defender
Born
July 12th, 1995 30 years ago
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Actress best known for Charlie's Angels
Born
July 12th, 1951 74 years ago
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Singer-songwriter with hit singles
Born
July 12th, 1994 31 years ago
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Bulgarian Minister of Foreign Affairs
Born
July 12th, 1952 73 years ago
Served as the Bulgarian Minister of Foreign Affairs from 2009 to 2014. Held the position of Director-General of UNESCO from 2009 to 2017. Promoted education, heritage preservation, and international cooperation during tenure at UNESCO. Engaged in various initiatives focused on cultural diversity and the importance of education in global development.
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Australian swimmer; Olympic gold medalist
Born
July 12th, 2001 24 years ago
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