What Happened This Year 1928
Born in 1928
Whitey Ford
A pitcher in Major League Baseball, achieved prominence with the New York Yankees. Debuted in 1950 and became a key player during the Yankees' dynasty years. Helped the team secure six World Series titles. Known for exceptional pitching skills and earned a place in the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1974. After retiring as a player, transitioned to coaching, contributing to the development of future players.
Continue ReadingVern Mikkelsen
Played professional basketball in the NBA for the Minneapolis Lakers from 1949 to 1959. Achieved success as a player by winning four championships. Transitioned to coaching and led teams at various levels including college basketball. Known for contributions to the sport during the early years of the NBA.
Continue ReadingNelson Pereira dos Santos
A Brazilian director, producer, and screenwriter, he significantly contributed to Brazilian cinema. His work encompassed various genres, with an emphasis on social issues and cultural representation. One of the most notable films, "Vidas Secas" (Barren Lives), highlighted the struggles of the impoverished in the Brazilian northeast, gaining international recognition. The film is often cited as a hallmark of the Cinema Novo movement, which aimed to reflect the realities of Brazilian society through innovative filmmaking techniques.
Continue ReadingClare Fischer
Contributed significantly to jazz music as a pianist, composer, and arranger. Developed a unique style blending classical influences with jazz. Worked with prominent artists including Prince, and arranged for various big bands. Composed various pieces and choral works, which incorporated innovative harmonies. Fischer's work had a lasting influence on the jazz genre.
Continue ReadingGeorge Bullard
A baseball player active from 1947 to 1954, primarily served as a catcher in Major League Baseball. Played for the Chicago White Sox and the Kansas City Athletics. Contributed to the team's efforts during a transformative period in the sport. After a brief career, transitioned to coaching and developing young talent in baseball.
Continue ReadingMarion Ross
An American actress celebrated for a prolific television and film career. Gained widespread recognition for portraying Marion Cunningham on the television series 'Happy Days' from 1974 to 1984. Ross's portrayal of the caring mother resonated with audiences, contributing to the show's long-lasting legacy. In addition to television, appeared in various films and made guest appearances in numerous series throughout the career.
Continue ReadingPeter Naur
Contributed significantly to the development of computer science and programming languages. Developed an early version of the Algol programming language and worked on the concept of formal grammar. Played a key role in the establishment of computer science as a distinct academic discipline. Authored various influential works, notably on the syntax and semantics of programming languages, and contributed to the formulation of the Backus-Naur form, a notation for expressing context-free grammars. Had a deep interest in the epistemology of computer science and its philosophical implications.
Continue ReadingAnthony Franciosa
An actor with a significant career in film and television, gained recognition for performances in both mediums. Early roles included appearances in the television series 'The Claimant' and 'Surfside 6'. Gained prominence in the film 'The Long, Hot Summer', alongside other notable works such as 'A Face in the Crowd' and 'The Assault'. Received a nomination for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for portrayal in 'The Stranger'. Later starred in the television series 'The Name of the Game' and 'The City'.
Continue ReadingPaulo Mendes da Rocha
A leading figure in modernist architecture, contributed significantly to the landscape of Brazilian urban design. Elected to the Royal Institute of British Architects, received the Pritzker Prize in 2006 for excellence in his field. Projects include the Brazilian Museum of Sculpture and the Serra Dourada Stadium. Engaged in academic endeavors at various universities, influencing the next generation of architects with innovative ideas.
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