Richie Hayward
Drummer and songwriter for Little Feat
Born in 1946, a drummer and songwriter gained prominence as a founding member of the rock band Little Feat. The band, formed in 1969, blended rock, blues, and funk elements. A signature sound developed through unique rhythms and intricate compositions. Participated in several albums, contributing to the group's reputation in the music industry. Continued to perform and record with various artists throughout a successful career. Received acclaim for drumming techniques and collaborative work.
Co-founded Little Feat
Contributed to the album 'Waiting for Columbus'
Performed with artists like Bob Dylan and Eric Clapton
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Robert Maillart
Swiss civil engineer, concrete bridge designer
Born
February 6th, 1872 154 years ago
Died
April 5th, 1940 86 years ago — 68 years old
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Computer scientist, creator of Orkut
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February 6th, 1975 51 years ago
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Archaeologist known for early hominids
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February 6th, 1913 113 years ago
Died
December 9th, 1996 29 years ago — 83 years old
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Indian religious leader, Gaudiya Math founder
Born
February 6th, 1874 152 years ago
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1937 89 years ago — 63 years old
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Author and founder of Ming Pao
Born
February 6th, 1924 102 years ago
Died
2018 8 years ago — 94 years old
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Actor and 40th U.S. President
Born
February 6th, 1911 115 years ago
Died
June 5th, 2004 22 years ago — 93 years old
Initiated a political career in the late 1940s after a successful acting career in Hollywood. Served as the Governor of California from 1967 to 1975. Elected as the 40th President of the United States, serving two terms from 1981 to 1989. Focused on economic policies known as 'Reaganomics' and emphasized a strong anti-communist foreign policy. Played a key role in the conclusion of the Cold War, advocating arms reduction treaties with the Soviet Union. Also known for initiating the War on Drugs.
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Alf Morris
English politician and activist
Born
1928 98 years ago
Died
August 12th, 2012 13 years ago — 84 years old
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English sociologist and academic
Born
April 8th, 1949 77 years ago
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August 12th, 2015 10 years ago — 66 years old
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Scottish lawyer and politician, former MSP
Born
August 6th, 1952 73 years ago
Died
August 12th, 2013 12 years ago — 61 years old
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Norwegian playwright and poet
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1933 93 years ago
Died
August 12th, 2008 17 years ago — 75 years old
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Ecologist and journalist advocating nature
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1930 96 years ago
Died
August 12th, 2013 12 years ago — 83 years old
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Portuguese painter with notable works
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1915 111 years ago
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August 12th, 2013 12 years ago — 98 years old
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