Robert Wexler
American politician and lawyer
Born
January 2nd, 1961
64 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
Links & References
Served as a U.S. Representative from Florida, representing the 19th congressional district from 1997 to 2010. Advocated for issues such as education reform and environmental protection during tenure in Congress. Prior to entering politics, practiced law and played a significant role in local Democratic politics. After leaving Congress, became involved in various philanthropic and legal initiatives.
Represented Florida's 19th congressional district
Served on the House Judiciary Committee
Advocated for environmental protection policies
Other People Born on January 2nd
Dax Shepard
An American actor and director recognized for his role in the television series 'Parenthood' as Crosby Braverman. Started career with appearances in various television shows and films, gaining wider recognition for his performance in 'CHIPS' where he also served as director. Engaged in podcasting with the popular show 'Armchair Expert', inviting various guests to share their experiences and insights. Developed a presence in the entertainment industry through both comedic and dramatic roles.
Continue ReadingKorbin Sims
Born in 1992, this Australian-Fijian rugby league player competed in the NRL and represented Fiji in international matches. Initially playing for the Newcastle Knights, later played for the St. George Illawarra Dragons and the North Queensland Cowboys, contributing to their success in various tournaments. Notable performances in the Rugby League World Cup showcased remarkable skills on the field.
Continue ReadingWilli Graf
A physician and member of the anti-Nazi group White Rose, contributed to the resistance against the Nazi regime during World War II. Influenced by humanist values, advocated for non-violent resistance against totalitarianism. Arrested in 1943, accused of aiding enemy forces through the distribution of leaflets that called for resistance against the Nazis. Executed by guillotine on October 12, 1943, due to involvement in the resistance efforts.
Continue ReadingTimothy Fosu-Mensah
Started football career at Ajax before joining Manchester United's youth academy in 2014. Made his first-team debut in 2016 against Arsenal in the Premier League. Had loan spells at Crystal Palace and Fulham, contributing to team play in the top divisions of English football. Transferred to Bayer Leverkusen in 2021, furthering career in the Bundesliga.
Continue ReadingAlexey Marchenko
Born in 1992, Marchenko played as a defenseman in the NHL primarily for the Detroit Red Wings. He began his professional career in the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL) before moving to North America. Marchenko made his NHL debut in 2015 and accumulated significant playing time over several seasons. After his tenure with the Red Wings, he transitioned to several other teams, continuing to showcase his skills on the ice.
Continue ReadingKate Bosworth
An American actress began a career in the early 2000s, gaining attention for performances in films such as Blue Crush, which showcased surfing culture, and Superman Returns, where a significant role was played as Lois Lane. Other notable works include 21, a heist film based on a true story, and Still Alice, highlighting the challenges of Alzheimer's disease. Throughout her career, diverse roles across film and television were embraced, leading to recognition in the industry.
Continue Reading