Raúl Castillo
American actor known for 'Looking'
This actor achieved recognition for performances in television and film. Gained prominence through the HBO series 'Looking', which depicted the lives of gay men in San Francisco. Starred in the film 'Atypical' and had a role in 'The Last Black Man in San Francisco'. Participated in various theater productions, showcasing versatility in acting.
Starred in HBO's 'Looking'
Appeared in 'The Last Black Man in San Francisco'
Participated in Netflix's 'Atypical'
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Seriki Audu
Nigerian footballer with notable club career
Born
August 30th, 1991 34 years ago
Died
2014 12 years ago — 23 years old
Born on August 30, 1991, a Nigerian footballer played as a defender. Initiated a professional career in the Nigeria Professional Football League before moving to international clubs. Particularly associated with teams in the lower divisions of European football. Contributed significantly to team defense, showcasing skills in positioning and tackling. Played essential matches that led teams to promotion and improved rankings.
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Russian Grand Duchess and philanthropist
Born
August 30th, 1842 183 years ago
Died
1849 177 years ago — 7 years old
Born into the Russian imperial family, held the title of Grand Duchess. Played a significant role in charitable works and social reform, focusing on the welfare of the less fortunate in Russia. Engaged in various philanthropic activities throughout life, aimed at improving living conditions for the impoverished. Maintained connections with several prominent figures within the Russian court and society.
Continue ReadingJulian Smith
Scottish politician, former MP
Born
August 30th, 1971 54 years ago
A Scottish politician served as a Member of Parliament representing the Skipton and Ripon constituency. Elected in 2010, held the position until 2019. During the time in Parliament, focused on issues including rural affairs and education. Served as Minister of State at the Northern Ireland Office, where responsibilities included relations with the local government and community engagement.
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Tennis player with clay court success
Born
August 30th, 1979 46 years ago
Professional tennis player from Argentina, competed on the ATP Tour. Achieved a career-high singles ranking of World No. 15 in 2004. Excelled on clay courts, winning multiple ATP titles. Represented Argentina in international competitions, contributing to the country's tennis prominence during the early 2000s.
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Footballer and UEFA Champions League winner
Born
August 30th, 1969 56 years ago
A Serbian footballer recognized for a successful career primarily as a midfielder. Played for top clubs including Red Star Belgrade, where a notable highlight was winning the European Cup in 1991. Later joined clubs like Sampdoria and Juventus, contributing to their successes in domestic leagues and international competitions. In the 1996 UEFA Champions League final, played a role in securing a victory for Juventus, adding to his titles.
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American singer-songwriter with hit songs
Born
August 30th, 1989 36 years ago
Born in 1989, this American singer-songwriter achieved success in the music industry with a blend of pop and country influences. Gained recognition as a songwriter for artists like Eminem and Miley Cyrus before establishing a solo career. Released multiple chart-topping singles and collaborated with various artists in the pop music scene. Nominated for several Grammy Awards and achieved multiple platinum certifications for singles.
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