Timothy Bottoms
American actor in 'The Last Picture Show'
An American actor gained recognition for appearances in film and television. Featured prominently in the 1971 film 'The Last Picture Show', the performance received critical acclaim and established a foothold in Hollywood. Subsequent roles in various productions included parts in television shows such as 'The World's Greatest Athlete' and 'Goodnight, Beantown'. Throughout the career, participated in numerous projects across genres, showcasing versatility as an artist.
Starred in 'The Last Picture Show'
Appeared in 'The World's Greatest Athlete'
Featured in 'Goodnight, Beantown'
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Drake Maye
American football quarterback, North Carolina
Born
August 30th, 2002 23 years ago
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American sergeant, Medal of Honor recipient
Born
August 30th, 1960 65 years ago
Died
October 3rd, 1993 32 years ago — 33 years old
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Continue ReadingHani Hanjour
Terrorist involved in September 11 attacks
Born
August 30th, 1972 53 years ago
Died
2001 25 years ago — 29 years old
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Continue ReadingBruce McLaren
Race car driver and team founder
Born
August 30th, 1937 88 years ago
Died
June 2nd, 1970 56 years ago — 32 years old
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Continue ReadingLionel Murphy
Australian jurist and Attorney-General
Born
August 30th, 1922 103 years ago
Died
1986 40 years ago — 64 years old
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Chancellor of the Exchequer, politician
Born
August 30th, 1917 108 years ago
Died
October 3rd, 2015 10 years ago — 98 years old
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