Sheryl Swoopes
Basketball player, 3-time WNBA champion
An accomplished basketball player and coach, entered the professional league in 1997. Played for the Houston Comets, contributing to four WNBA championships and earning three regular-season MVP awards. Helped Team USA secure three gold medals in the Olympics across the 1996, 2000, and 2004 games. Transitioned into coaching roles after retiring from playing, influencing the next generation of players through various coaching opportunities.
Won three WNBA championships with the Houston Comets
Achieved three WNBA MVP awards
Represented Team USA in the Olympics, winning three gold medals
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Actress and singer from 'Saved by the Bell'
Born
March 25th, 1974 51 years ago
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Irish-American colonel and soldier
Born
March 25th, 1840 185 years ago
Died
June 25th, 1876 149 years ago — 36 years old
Born in Ireland, served in the Union Army during the American Civil War. Fought at the Battle of Gettysburg and received a brevet promotion to brigadier general. Later served as a cavalry officer in the U.S. Army and became part of the Seventh Cavalry. Died at the Battle of the Little Bighorn in 1876, leading troops during the conflict.
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Canadian freestyle skier and Olympian
Born
March 25th, 1994 31 years ago
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Grand Duke of Tuscany, patron of art
Born
March 25th, 1541 484 years ago
Died
October 17th, 1587 438 years ago — 46 years old
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Singer-songwriter and guitarist
Born
March 25th, 1966 59 years ago
Died
March 2nd, 2008 17 years ago — 41 years old
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Singer-songwriter and actress with All Saints
Born
March 25th, 1975 50 years ago
An English singer-songwriter and actress gained recognition as a member of the girl group All Saints, which achieved significant commercial success in the late 1990s. The group is notable for their self-titled debut album released in 1997, which featured hits such as 'Never Ever' and 'Bootie Call.' The album sold millions of copies worldwide and earned several awards. After the group disbanded, pursued a solo career, releasing songs and collaborating with other artists. In addition to music, ventured into acting with appearances in various television shows, further establishing presence in the entertainment industry.
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