Sébastien Frey
Footballer, goalkeeper for Fiorentina
A professional footballer played as a goalkeeper. Started career at AS Cannes, then moved to Inter Milan. Achieved prominence at Fiorentina, contributing significantly to the team's defensive strength during his tenure. Played for the French national team, participating in international competitions including the UEFA European Championship.
Played for Fiorentina from 2006 to 2014
Represented France in international competitions
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Journalist and actor, initiated participatory journalism
Born
March 18th, 1927 98 years ago
Died
September 25th, 2003 22 years ago — 76 years old
Engaged in participatory journalism, contributing to various publications, including The Paris Review as a founding editor. Pursued an acting career, appearing in films such as 'Paper Lion' and productions like 'The Great Gatsby'. Authored multiple books that chronicled experiences in sports and literature, blending narrative non-fiction with immersive methods.
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Zoologist and neurophysiologist
Born
March 18th, 1907 118 years ago
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German cyclist and sportscaster
Born
March 18th, 1937 88 years ago
Died
June 11th, 2016 9 years ago — 79 years old
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Film director and producer of 'Léon'
Born
March 18th, 1959 66 years ago
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Civil rights activist and politician
Born
March 18th, 1933 92 years ago
Died
May 13th, 2019 6 years ago — 86 years old
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English singer-songwriter and guitarist
Born
March 18th, 1967 58 years ago
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