Shigeru Miyamoto
Video game designer; Super Mario creator
A significant figure in the video game industry, played a pivotal role in designing video games for Nintendo. Created iconic franchises including Super Mario, The Legend of Zelda, and Donkey Kong. His work contributed to the popularization of video gaming and the development of 3D platforming games. Received numerous awards for contributions to gaming, including induction into the Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences' Hall of Fame.
Created Super Mario Bros. which revolutionized platform gaming
Developed The Legend of Zelda series
Designed Donkey Kong, an early arcade hit
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Comedian and actor on SNL
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November 16th, 1993 32 years ago
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Danish philologist and author
Born
November 16th, 1758 267 years ago
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April 30th, 1841 184 years ago — 82 years old
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Born
November 16th, 1995 30 years ago
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November 16th, 1999 26 years ago
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Born
November 16th, 1993 32 years ago
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