Radek Faksa
Czech ice hockey player with Dallas Stars
A Czech ice hockey player, participated in the NHL as a center. Faksa was selected 13th overall in the 2012 NHL Entry Draft by the Dallas Stars. Played for the Czech Republic in various international tournaments, including the IIHF World Championships. Contributed to the Dallas Stars' pursuit of a Stanley Cup during the 2020 playoffs, where the team reached the finals.
Drafted 13th overall by Dallas Stars
Competed in IIHF World Championships
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Lara Fabian
Singer-songwriter and actress
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January 9th, 1970 56 years ago
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English journalist and author of comedies
Born
January 9th, 1811 215 years ago
Died
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American politician, 62nd Governor
Born
January 9th, 1967 59 years ago
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Sculptor and founder of Whitney Museum
Born
January 9th, 1875 151 years ago
Died
April 18th, 1942 84 years ago — 67 years old
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Engineer, co-designer of Golden Gate Bridge
Born
January 9th, 1870 156 years ago
Died
May 16th, 1938 87 years ago — 68 years old
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Surgeon and academic with a focus on medicine
Born
January 9th, 1823 203 years ago
Died
February 23rd, 1908 118 years ago — 85 years old
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