Robert Turbin
American football player, Super Bowl champion
Turbin played running back in the National Football League (NFL) primarily with the Seattle Seahawks. After being drafted in the fourth round of the 2012 NFL Draft, Turbin contributed to the Seahawks' successful season culminating in a victory at Super Bowl XLVIII. He had previously played college football at Utah State University, where he earned honors for his performance. Turbin also played for the Dallas Cowboys and the Indianapolis Colts during his professional career.
Won Super Bowl XLVIII with the Seattle Seahawks
Drafted in the fourth round of the 2012 NFL Draft
Played for Utah State University
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Fashion designer, founder of Versace
Born
December 2nd, 1946 79 years ago
Died
July 15th, 1997 28 years ago — 50 years old
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Born
December 2nd, 1930 95 years ago
Died
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Born
December 2nd, 1925 100 years ago
Died
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Born
December 2nd, 1825 200 years ago
Died
December 5th, 1891 134 years ago — 66 years old
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Born
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Born
December 2nd, 1914 111 years ago
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