Tarso Marques
Brazilian racing driver with F1 experience
A Brazilian racing driver participated in Formula One from 1996 to 2001. Began a career in karting, progressing through various racing series. Competed for teams including Minardi and Phantom. Achieved notable results in other championships, such as the International Formula 3000 and the Brazilian Stock Car Series.
Raced in Formula One with Minardi
Competed in International Formula 3000
Participated in Brazilian Stock Car Series
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January 19th, 1993 32 years ago
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January 19th, 1949 76 years ago
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January 19th, 1993 32 years ago
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American actor and theater critic
Born
January 19th, 1887 138 years ago
Died
January 23rd, 1943 82 years ago — 56 years old
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January 19th, 1931 94 years ago
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American actor in television series
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January 19th, 1976 49 years ago
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