What Happened This Year 1948

Born in 1948

Pavlos Sidiropoulos

Greek singer-songwriter and guitarist
Born
1948 77 years ago
Died
December 6th, 1990 35 years ago — 42 years old

Notable contributions to Greek music included a fusion of rock and traditional Greek sounds. Recognized for lyrics that often addressed social issues, woven with personal and political themes. Collaborated with various artists and played a significant role in the Greek rock scene during the 1970s and 1980s. Released albums that remain influential within the genre. Sidiropoulos' music reflected a deep connection to Greek culture and history.

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Rick Majerus

Basketball coach and analyst, NCAA success
Born
1948 77 years ago
Died
December 1st, 2012 13 years ago — 64 years old

Coached several college basketball programs, most notably the University of Utah, guiding the team to the NCAA championship game in 1998. In his coaching career, achieved more than 500 victories and was recognized with multiple coaching awards. Known for innovative offensive strategies and developing players. Also served as a television analyst for ESPN, sharing expertise on the game.

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