Tobias Menzies
Actor in Game of Thrones and Outlander
An English actor active in film, television, and theater. Gained recognition for roles in the HBO series 'Game of Thrones' as Edmure Tully and in 'Outlander' as Frank Randall and Jack Randall. Work in theater includes performances in productions such as 'Titus Andronicus' and 'The Homecoming'. Achievements include winning the BAFTA Television Award for Best Supporting Actor and being nominated for other prestigious awards throughout a successful acting career.
Portrayed Edmure Tully in Game of Thrones
Played Frank and Jack Randall in Outlander
Won BAFTA Television Award for Best Supporting Actor
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Tammy Faye Messner
Television personality and evangelist
Born
March 7th, 1942 84 years ago
Died
July 20th, 2007 18 years ago — 65 years old
An evangelist and television personality, she co-hosted the popular PTL Club alongside her husband, Jim Bakker, during the 1970s and 1980s. Known for her unique personality and emotional appeal, she became a significant figure in the realm of televangelism. After marital difficulties and financial scandals, her public life took new directions, including a successful solo career. She appeared on various talk shows and later became the focus of a biopic that highlighted her life and struggles with public perception and health.
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Poet and activist known for inaugural poem
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Women's rights pioneer and activist
Born
March 7th, 1858 168 years ago
Died
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Northern Irish footballer with significant club career
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March 7th, 1996 30 years ago
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Austrian-Czech sociologist and politician
Born
March 7th, 1850 176 years ago
Died
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Pope overseeing Church during 18th century
Born
March 7th, 1693 333 years ago
Died
1769 257 years ago — 76 years old
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