Ziaire Williams
Basketball player, Memphis Grizzlies
A professional basketball player, born in 2001, played collegiate basketball at Stanford University before declaring for the NBA draft. Selected in the first round of the 2021 NBA Draft by the Memphis Grizzlies. Contributed to the Grizzlies' playoff appearances during early career.
Drafted 10th overall by the Memphis Grizzlies in 2021
Played for Stanford University
Participated in NBA playoffs with the Grizzlies
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Jesse Owens
American sprinter and long jumper
Born
September 12th, 1913 112 years ago
Died
March 31st, 1980 46 years ago — 66 years old
Competed in track and field, specializing in sprinting and long jump. Gained global notoriety at the 1936 Berlin Olympics, where four gold medals were won in the 100 meters, 200 meters, long jump, and 4x100 meter relay. Defended titles at the 1935 Big Ten Conference, setting multiple world records in a single day. His athletic achievements challenged the prevailing notions of racial superiority during that era.
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South Korean rapper and songwriter
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Faroese politician and engineer
Born
September 12th, 1932 93 years ago
Died
February 7th, 2005 21 years ago — 72 years old
An engineer and politician, served as the 5th Prime Minister of the Faroe Islands. Held office from 1981 to 1985. Focused on issues such as autonomy and economic development during tenure. Contributed to the growth of the Faroe Islands' political landscape and governance.
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Baseball first baseman, World Series champion
Born
September 12th, 1989 36 years ago
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Painter and illustrator of the American West
Born
September 12th, 1862 163 years ago
Died
September 17th, 1925 100 years ago — 63 years old
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Argentine politician and Governor
Born
September 12th, 1922 103 years ago
Died
October 13th, 2014 11 years ago — 92 years old
An accountant who entered politics, held the role of Governor of Buenos Aires Province from 1987 to 1991. Played a significant role in the Justicialist Party and participated in the economic and political restructuring of Argentina during the 1980s and 1990s. Advocated for several social and economic reforms during tenure as governor, focusing on infrastructure and public services improvements.
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