What Happened This Year 1972

Born in 1972

Jeremy London

Actor from 'Party of Five' and 'Mallrats'
Born
November 7th, 1972 52 years ago

An actor and producer based in the United States, notable for roles in television and film. Played a lead role as Griffin Holbrook in the TV series 'Party of Five' and appeared as TS Quint in the film 'Mallrats'. His career includes various appearances across multiple genres, showcasing a range of characters in both comedic and dramatic roles.

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Jason London

Actor from 'Dazed and Confused'
Born
November 7th, 1972 52 years ago

An American actor and producer, involved in film and television since the early 1990s. Gained recognition for a leading role as Randall 'Pink' Floyd in the cult classic film 'Dazed and Confused' in 1993. Also appeared in 'The Babysitter' and had significant recurring roles in television series. Active in the industry for over two decades, showcasing a range of characters and diversifying roles in numerous productions.

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Marcus Stewart

Footballer and coach with notable playing career
Born
November 7th, 1972 52 years ago

A professional footballer from England, played predominantly as a striker during the 1990s and early 2000s. Started career at Birmingham City before moving to clubs such as Huddersfield Town and Ipswich Town. Garnered attention for scoring 19 goals during the 2000-2001 season with Ipswich, contributing significantly to the team’s promotion to the Premier League. Transitioned to coaching after retirement, working with youth teams to pass on experience gained during competitive playing years.

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Gretchen Mol

Model and actress known for The Notorious Bettie Page
Born
November 8th, 1972 52 years ago

Born in 1972, this American model and actress gained prominence in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Early work included modeling campaigns and appearances in music videos. Breakthrough came with the role of Bettie Page in the biographical film The Notorious Bettie Page, earning critical acclaim. Additional notable roles included parts in films such as Rounders and 3:10 to Yuma. Television work included appearances in series like Life on Mars and Boardwalk Empire.

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Corin Tucker

Singer-songwriter and guitarist of Sleater-Kinney
Born
November 9th, 1972 52 years ago

An influential figure in the punk rock scene, performed as a member of the band Sleater-Kinney, which formed in 1994. The band gained recognition for their unique sound and powerful lyrics, contributing significantly to the riot grrrl movement. Released critically acclaimed albums such as 'Dig Me Out' and 'The Woods.' After the band went on hiatus, pursued solo music and collaborated with other artists. Co-founded the music label Kill Rock Stars, further shaping the independent music landscape. Continues to perform and record music, maintaining a presence in the alternative rock genre.

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Eric Dane

American actor known for Grey's Anatomy
Born
November 9th, 1972 52 years ago

An actor participated in notable television series and films. Gained prominence for the role of Dr. Mark Sloan in the television series Grey's Anatomy, contributing to the show's popularity during his run. Starred in the acclaimed series The Last Ship, portraying Captain Tom Chandler. Also appeared in films such as Marley & Me and Valentine’s Day. Active in the entertainment industry since the 1990s and recognized for on-screen performances across various genres.

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Shawn Green

Baseball player and All-Star outfielder
Born
November 10th, 1972 52 years ago

Played professional baseball primarily as an outfielder from 1995 to 2007. Spent significant time with the Toronto Blue Jays, Los Angeles Dodgers, and Arizona Diamondbacks. Achieved All-Star status in 2000 and 2001. Noted for a 2002 season where he hit 49 home runs and recorded 125 RBIs, leading the league in both categories. Also gained attention for a unique achievement of hitting four home runs in a single game in May 2002.

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Adam Beach

Canadian actor in film and television
Born
November 11th, 1972 52 years ago

An actor from Canada, gained recognition for roles in both film and television. Rose to prominence through performances in major films and series. Featured in 'Flags of Our Fathers', portraying Ira Hayes, and starred in the television series 'North of 60'. Beach has represented Indigenous characters on screen, providing visibility to Native stories and experiences.

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Vassilios Tsiartas

Greek footballer and Olympiakos star
Born
November 12th, 1972 52 years ago

A Greek footballer played primarily as an attacking midfielder. Started career at AEK Athens, where significant contributions came from 1989 to 1999. Helped the team win the Greek Super League title multiple times and secured the Greek Cup. Later, joined Olympiakos and continued to achieve domestic success. Also represented the national team, participating in major international tournaments, including the UEFA European Championship.

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