Terry Campese
Rugby league player, Australian national team
Born
August 4th, 1984
40 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Australia
Links & References
Played as a halfback or five-eighth in rugby league. Spent the majority of professional career with the Canberra Raiders in the National Rugby League (NRL). Represented Australia in international matches and was part of the Kangaroos squad. Achieved the title of NRL Player of the Year in 2009. Suffered multiple injuries throughout career, impacting playing time and performance.
Played for the Canberra Raiders
Australian national team representative
NRL Player of the Year in 2009
Other People Born on August 4th
Marques Houston
Singer-songwriter, producer, and actor contributed to the music and entertainment industry, gaining recognition in the early 2000s. Member of the R&B group B2K, which released the popular album 'Pandemonium!' in 2002. Transitioned to solo music career with hits like 'Circle' and 'Pop That Booty'. Acted in the sitcom 'Sister, Sister' and starred in films including 'You Got Served'. Founded the record label M and M Entertainment.
Continue ReadingMax Cavalera
A prominent figure in the heavy metal genre, contributed significantly to the development of groove metal. Co-founded the influential bands Sepultura and Soulfly, showcasing a blend of thrash metal and world music elements. Sepultura's album 'Roots' gained critical acclaim and commercial success. Soulfly, formed in 1997, explored various musical styles and featured collaborations with numerous artists, enhancing the metal scene's diversity.
Continue ReadingMarek Penksa
This individual played as a professional footballer primarily as a midfielder. The career spanned several clubs, with significant time spent at clubs like Sigma Olomouc and Artmedia Petržalka. Represented the national team in various international competitions, contributing to the Slovak squad's efforts during qualifying campaigns.
Continue ReadingFrankie Kazarian
A professional wrestler with a career spanning over two decades, significant contributions were made to various wrestling promotions, including Impact Wrestling and All Elite Wrestling. In Impact Wrestling, captured the Tag Team Championship multiple times. Holds the distinction of being the first-ever NWA World Tag Team Champion alongside his partner. Appeared in WWE as a character known as Kaz, competing in various storylines. Notable for an agile wrestling style and engaging promos, which garnered a dedicated fan base.
Continue ReadingBill Hallahan
A professional baseball pitcher played in Major League Baseball from 1926 to 1947. Primarily pitched for the St. Louis Cardinals, contributing significantly to the team's success. Achieved notable recognition for performances during the 1934 season, culminating in a World Series championship. Also played for the New York Giants and the Chicago Cubs throughout his career. Hallahan earned a solid reputation as an effective left-handed pitcher, appearing in several games as a starter and reliever.
Continue ReadingWitold Gombrowicz
A significant figure in 20th-century literature, this author contributed extensively to the world of modern prose and drama. Notable works include the novel "Ferdydurke" and the play "The Marriage," both of which explore themes of identity and the individual's relationship with society. The author's unique narrative style and philosophical inquiries have influenced many writers and thinkers. Gombrowicz spent a considerable part of his life in exile, primarily in Argentina, where he continued to write and develop his ideas, gaining recognition for his insights into language and culture.
Continue Reading