Russell M. Nelson
Religious leader and surgeon
Born in 1924, contributions included a medical career as a prominent surgeon and subsequent leadership within the Latter-day Saints Church. As president of the Church, focused on global outreach and doctrinal development. Prior to church leadership, served as a general surgeon and performed innovative heart surgeries, contributing significantly to the field of cardiothoracic surgery. Gained recognition for extensive academic work and carried out numerous humanitarian efforts.
Served as the 17th president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Practiced as a cardiac surgeon, performing groundbreaking procedures
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September 9th, 1721 304 years ago
Died
August 19th, 1808 217 years ago — 86 years old
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French cardinal and chief minister
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September 9th, 1585 440 years ago
Died
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Australian Foreign Minister
Born
September 9th, 1951 74 years ago
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Singer-songwriter and keyboard player for Iron Butterfly
Born
September 9th, 1945 80 years ago
Died
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Born
September 9th, 1899 126 years ago
Died
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Cricketer and cricket pioneer
Born
September 9th, 1853 172 years ago
Died
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