Simen Agdestein
Chess Grandmaster and Footballer
Born
May 15th, 1967
57 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Norway
Links & References
Achieved the title of chess grandmaster at the age of 22. Competed in several national and international chess tournaments, representing Norway. Transferred to the Norwegian football club Lyn Oslo, where played as a forward. Also participated in the Norwegian national football team during the 1990s.
Became a chess grandmaster in 1985
Played for Lyn Oslo in football
Represented Norway in international chess competitions
Other People Born on May 15th
George Brett
Played baseball as a third baseman for the Kansas City Royals from 1973 to 1993. Achieved a batting average of .305 over his career. Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1999. Coached for the Royals after retirement. Recognized for hitting .390 in the 1980 season, one of the highest batting averages in American League history.
Continue ReadingKen Venturi
Accomplished golfer and sportscaster achieved significant recognition in the golfing world. Won the 1964 U.S. Open at Congressional Country Club after overcoming a severe personal challenge. Transitioned to a long career in broadcasting with CBS Sports, where provided insightful commentary and analysis of golf tournaments. Contributed to the sport's popularity through a unique ability to connect with audiences.
Continue ReadingL. Frank Baum
Active during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, a novelist wrote children's books, with the most recognized work being 'The Wonderful Wizard of Oz', published in 1900. This book became a classic in children's literature and led to a series of sequels exploring the Land of Oz. In addition to writing, involvement in theater was significant, contributing to adaptations of the Oz stories for the stage. Various artistic forms, including illustrations and musicals, were influenced by the characters and themes originated in the Oz series.
Continue ReadingDennis Frederiksen
A singer-songwriter and performer, contributed significantly to the rock music scene. Gained recognition as frontman for the band Trillions and later as a lead vocalist for the rock group Survivor. Participated in the recording of the album 'Vital Signs' which featured the hit single 'I Can't Hold Back.' His musical style incorporated elements of rock and pop, blending melodic hooks with powerful vocals. Continued to perform and write music throughout his career, influencing subsequent artists in the genre.
Continue ReadingAbraham Zapruder
An American businessman and amateur photographer filmed the Zapruder film, which captured the assassination of President John F. Kennedy on November 22, 1963, in Dallas, Texas. This film became one of the most studied pieces of evidence in American history, providing key visual evidence regarding the events of that day. Zapruder was present at Dealey Plaza with a Bell & Howell 8mm camera when the events unfolded. The film was later used in various investigations and has influenced discussions on the topic of presidential security and the media's role in political events.
Continue ReadingJusuf Kalla
Served as the 10th Vice President of Indonesia from 2014 to 2019. Held the same position from 2004 to 2009 under President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono. Involved in business and politics for decades, engaging in various sectors including trading and logistics. Participated in the development of peace initiatives in conflict areas and contributed to economic reforms. Played a significant role in the 2005 Helsinki Agreement that ended years of conflict in Aceh.
Continue Reading