Roy Halladay
Professional baseball pitcher, 2013 Hall of Fame
A professional baseball pitcher played primarily for the Toronto Blue Jays and Philadelphia Phillies. Achieved a remarkable career highlighted by two Cy Young Awards and a perfect game in 2010. Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2019, Halladay established a reputation for excellence on the mound, contributing to both teams' successes during his tenure. Retired with a total of 203 wins and 2,117 strikeouts. Recognized for exceptional skill and sportsmanship throughout a notable career in Major League Baseball.
Won the Cy Young Award twice (2003, 2010)
Pitched a perfect game on May 29, 2010
Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2019
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May 14th, 1996 29 years ago
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Country singer-songwriter with hits
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May 14th, 1985 40 years ago
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Soccer player and World Cup champion
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May 14th, 1995 30 years ago
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American actress and singer from iCarly
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May 14th, 1993 32 years ago
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May 14th, 1987 38 years ago
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Bahadur Shah II
Mughal Emperor and last ruler
Born
1775 251 years ago
Died
November 7th, 1862 163 years ago — 87 years old
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German lawyer and politician
Born
September 29th, 1863 162 years ago
Died
November 7th, 1919 106 years ago — 56 years old
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Born
March 14th, 1928 97 years ago
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November 27th, 1921 104 years ago
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Humanitarian and political leader
Born
October 11th, 1884 141 years ago
Died
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