Tom Herr
Baseball player and manager, 1982 All-Star
Played baseball as a second baseman in Major League Baseball, primarily for the St. Louis Cardinals. Achieved recognition as an All-Star in 1982. Transitioned to a managerial role in minor league baseball after retirement from playing. Managed several teams within the minor leagues, contributing to player development.
Selected as an All-Star in 1982
Played for the St. Louis Cardinals
Managed multiple minor league teams
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Trevor Moore
Actor and director of 'The Whitest Kids U' Know'
Born
April 4th, 1980 45 years ago
Died
August 7th, 2021 4 years ago — 41 years old
An American actor, director, producer, and screenwriter, contributed significantly to comedy through sketch shows and film. Co-founded the comedy troupe The Whitest Kids U' Know, which gained popularity for its unique humor and creativity. Created the television series The Trevor Moore Show, which showcased his versatile talents. Worked on various projects in film and television, influencing the landscape of modern comedy through original content.
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Italian priest, founder of Society of St. Paul
Born
April 4th, 1884 141 years ago
Died
1971 55 years ago — 87 years old
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Brazilian singer-songwriter and lyricist
Born
April 4th, 1958 67 years ago
Died
July 7th, 1990 35 years ago — 32 years old
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Conductor of the San Francisco Symphony
Born
April 4th, 1875 150 years ago
Died
July 1st, 1964 61 years ago — 89 years old
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Memoirist and poet, wrote 'I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings'
Born
April 4th, 1928 97 years ago
Died
May 28th, 2014 11 years ago — 86 years old
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English actor best known for Porridge
Born
April 4th, 1923 102 years ago
Died
December 6th, 2016 9 years ago — 93 years old
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