Vincent Kartheiser
American Actor, starred in Mad Men
Appeared in several television shows and films. Gained significant recognition for the role of Pete Campbell in the television series Mad Men, which aired from 2007 to 2015. Other notable performances include roles in Angel and The Indian Runner. Engaged in various stage productions showcasing versatility in acting.
Played Pete Campbell in Mad Men
Appeared in Angel as Connor
Starred in The Indian Runner
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American actor and comedian of radio
Born
May 5th, 1899 126 years ago
Died
December 10th, 1982 43 years ago — 83 years old
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French noblewoman and courtier
Born
May 5th, 1684 341 years ago
Died
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American actor in classic films
Born
May 5th, 1914 111 years ago
Died
November 15th, 1958 67 years ago — 44 years old
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Empress of France, wife of Napoleon III
Born
May 5th, 1826 199 years ago
Died
1920 106 years ago — 94 years old
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Russian painter and architect
Born
May 5th, 1834 191 years ago
Died
August 4th, 1873 152 years ago — 39 years old
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Physicist, Nobel Prize Laureate
Born
May 5th, 1921 104 years ago
Died
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