Tommy Lasorda
Baseball manager and Hall of Famer
A significant figure in Major League Baseball, held the position of manager for the Los Angeles Dodgers from 1976 to 1996. During this tenure, achieved two World Series championships in 1981 and 1988. Played as a pitcher for the Dodgers early in his career before transitioning to coaching and management roles. Developed numerous players and was recognized for contributions to the team's success and culture. Elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1997, representing a long-lasting legacy in the sport.
Managed the Los Angeles Dodgers to two World Series titles
Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1997
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South Korean actress in historical dramas
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September 22nd, 1999 26 years ago
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Rugby league footballer, Penrith Panthers
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September 22nd, 2000 25 years ago
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Ice hockey center with NHL accolades
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September 22nd, 1994 31 years ago
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Japanese Professional Skateboarder
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September 22nd, 2009 16 years ago
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South Korean singer and TWICE member
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September 22nd, 1995 30 years ago
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South Korean singer and actor
Born
September 22nd, 1994 31 years ago
Gained recognition as a member of the South Korean boy band GOT7, which debuted in 2014 under JYP Entertainment. Contributed to the group as a vocalist and participated in various promotional activities. Expanded into acting with roles in television dramas, notably in 'When You Were Sleeping' and 'He Is Psychometric'. Involved in songwriting and music production, showcasing talents beyond performance. Released solo music and collaborated with other artists, enhancing versatility in the entertainment industry.
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Heinrich Harrer
Austrian mountaineer and author
Born
July 6th, 1912 113 years ago
Died
January 7th, 2006 19 years ago — 93 years old
Austrian mountaineer, geographer, and author participated in the first ascent of the north face of the Eiger in 1938. During World War II, captured by British forces, escaped from a prisoner of war camp in India and traveled to Tibet. In Tibet, lived for several years and became a close associate of the 14th Dalai Lama. Authored several books, with 'Seven Years in Tibet' achieving significant popularity and leading to a film adaptation in 1997. Harrer's explorations in Tibet contributed to western knowledge about the region and its culture.
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Economist and political theorist
Born
March 2nd, 1926 99 years ago
Died
January 7th, 1995 30 years ago — 68 years old
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Indian politician and Home Minister
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January 12th, 1936 89 years ago
Died
January 7th, 2016 9 years ago — 79 years old
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Australian politician and judge
Born
January 18th, 1849 176 years ago
Died
January 7th, 1920 105 years ago — 70 years old
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1835 190 years ago
Died
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English journalist and author
Born
December 25th, 1869 155 years ago
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