Thomas Kean
American politician and New Jersey Governor
Served as the 48th Governor of New Jersey from 1982 to 1990. Focused on education reform and environmental preservation during the governorship. Later became a prominent figure in academia, contributing to educational institutions and public policy discussions. Involved in various nonprofit organizations and served as chairman of the 9/11 Commission, examining the events leading up to and following the September 11 attacks.
Governor of New Jersey from 1982 to 1990
Chairman of the 9/11 Commission
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Jarrett Allen
NBA basketball player, All-Star
Born
April 21st, 1998 28 years ago
A professional basketball player from America, played as a center in the NBA. Drafted by the Brooklyn Nets in 2017 as the 22nd overall pick. Achieved notable excellence while with the Cleveland Cavaliers, earning an All-Star selection in 2022. Contributed significantly to teams' defensive strategies and rebound statistics throughout his career. Played college basketball at the University of Texas before transitioning to the NBA.
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April 21st, 1988 38 years ago
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Baseball manager with Yankees championship
Born
April 21st, 1887 139 years ago
Died
January 13th, 1978 48 years ago — 90 years old
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English soldier and mountaineer
Born
April 21st, 1898 128 years ago
Died
1934 92 years ago — 36 years old
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April 21st, 2003 23 years ago
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Iraqi patriarch of the Syriac Orthodox Church
Born
April 21st, 1933 93 years ago
Died
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