Wayne Rooney
Footballer and Manchester United icon
A prominent English footballer, played primarily as a forward. Achieved significant success with Manchester United from 2004 to 2017, winning numerous Premier League titles, an FA Cup, and the UEFA Champions League. Played for the England national team from 2003 to 2018, becoming the all-time leading goal scorer. Transitioned to a managerial role after retiring from professional football.
Won 5 Premier League titles with Manchester United
Scored 253 goals for Manchester United, becoming the club's all-time leading scorer
Led England with 53 international goals, a record for the national team
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Ned Williamson
American baseball player and shortstop
Born
October 24th, 1857 168 years ago
Died
March 3rd, 1894 132 years ago — 36 years old
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Composer known for mystical music
Born
October 24th, 1931 94 years ago
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Operatic Baritone and singer
Born
October 24th, 1913 112 years ago
Died
March 5th, 1984 42 years ago — 70 years old
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Filipino actor and politician
Born
October 24th, 1981 44 years ago
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Born
October 24th, 1962 63 years ago
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Canadian author and political activist
Born
October 24th, 1929 96 years ago
Died
March 15th, 1977 49 years ago — 47 years old
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