Thomas Johansson
Tennis player, Australian Open champion
Competed as a professional tennis player from 1993 to 2009. Achieved significant success on the ATP Tour and claimed multiple titles, including a Grand Slam victory. Captured the Australian Open singles title in 2002, marking a career highlight. Also contributed to the sport as a member of the Swedish national team in the Davis Cup.
Won the Australian Open in 2002
Contributed to Sweden's Davis Cup victory in 1994
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Animator, co-creator of Mickey Mouse
Born
March 24th, 1901 125 years ago
Died
1971 55 years ago — 70 years old
American animator and director co-created the iconic character Mickey Mouse alongside Walt Disney. Iwerks contributed significantly to the animation industry through innovations in the field and development of new techniques, leading to advancements in animation quality. He worked at the Walt Disney Studio and was instrumental in the early success of Disney animations. Later, Iwerks established his own animation studio and produced numerous cartoon series and characters that gained popularity.
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Greek hurdler with Olympic participation
Born
March 24th, 1979 47 years ago
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English politician, 5th Governor-General
Born
March 24th, 1882 144 years ago
Died
March 27th, 1943 83 years ago — 61 years old
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Carpenter and clock-maker, invented Marine chronometer
Born
March 24th, 1693 333 years ago
Died
1776 250 years ago — 83 years old
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Psychotherapist and academic researcher
Born
March 24th, 1897 129 years ago
Died
November 3rd, 1957 68 years ago — 60 years old
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Colombian singer and songwriter
Born
March 24th, 1954 72 years ago
Died
June 11th, 1992 33 years ago — 38 years old
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