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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Stephen Mulhern
Television host and magician
Born
April 4th, 1977 49 years ago
A magician and television host from England, gained recognition through various TV shows. Began performing magic at a young age and later transitioned into television, where hosted entertainment programs. Achieved widespread popularity through roles on shows such as 'Britain's Got Talent' and 'Ant & Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway'.
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Basketball player and coach
Born
April 4th, 1925 101 years ago
Died
2014 12 years ago — 89 years old
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English actress in 'The Naked Civil Servant'
Born
April 4th, 1952 74 years ago
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French author and film director
Born
April 4th, 1914 112 years ago
Died
March 3rd, 1996 30 years ago — 81 years old
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April 4th, 2012 14 years ago
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Congolese actor and singer
Born
April 4th, 2001 25 years ago
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