Senna Gammour
German singer-songwriter with chart success
A singer-songwriter from Germany, this individual gained prominence in the early 2000s. First achieved fame as a member of the girl group Monrose, which formed during the first season of the German version of Popstars. The group released multiple albums, with their debut album achieving gold status in Germany. Following the disbandment of Monrose, cultivated a successful solo career, producing hit singles and entering the music charts in Germany and other European countries.
Achieved chart success with Monrose
Released multiple successful solo singles
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American middle-distance runner
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December 28th, 1984 41 years ago
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Silent Film Director and 'Nosferatu' Creator
Born
December 28th, 1888 137 years ago
Died
March 11th, 1931 95 years ago — 42 years old
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December 28th, 1979 46 years ago
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Computer Programmer, Developer of Linux
Born
December 28th, 1969 56 years ago
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Born
December 28th, 1990 35 years ago
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Baseball pitcher and Hall of Famer
Born
December 28th, 1900 125 years ago
Died
1986 40 years ago — 86 years old
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