What Happened This Year 1980

Born in 1980

Florent Malouda

French professional footballer
Born
June 13th, 1980 44 years ago

Started a professional career in football in 1997 with the French club Châteauroux. Transferred to Lyon in 2007, contributing to three consecutive Ligue 1 titles. Moved to Chelsea in 2007, where played a crucial role in the team’s successes, including winning the UEFA Champions League in 2012. Represented the French national team from 2004 to 2012, participating in the 2008 UEFA European Championship and the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

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Markus Winkelhock

Racing driver with DTM success
Born
June 13th, 1980 44 years ago

Competed in various racing series, including Formula 1 and the Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters (DTM). Achieved significant results in DTM, where standout performances included race victories and podium finishes. Also participated in the Le Mans Series, contributing to endurance racing efforts. Other notable involvement included an entry in Formula E. Winkelhock had a brief stint in Formula 1 during 2007 with the Spyker F1 Team, where a memorable performance included a race debut in Hungary.

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David Lyons

Australian rugby player, Wallabies representative
Born
June 15th, 1980 44 years ago

Played as a professional rugby union player, representing the Australian national team, the Wallabies. Competed in multiple international fixtures and was part of the squad during significant tournaments, including the Tri Nations and Rugby World Cup. Spent a substantial part of the career with the Queensland Reds in Super Rugby, contributing to team success during that period. Credited with consistent performances both domestically and internationally.

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Martin Stranzl

Austrian footballer and defender
Born
June 16th, 1980 44 years ago

Professional footballer played primarily as a center-back. Played for several clubs, including the Austrian side Grazer AK and the German team VfL Wolfsburg. Later joined Borussia Mönchengladbach in the Bundesliga, where he contributed significantly to the team's defense. Internationally represented Austria, earning over 40 caps and participating in major tournaments like the UEFA European Championship.

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Joey Yung

Hong Kong pop singer with multiple awards
Born
June 16th, 1980 44 years ago

A prominent singer in the Cantonese pop music scene, achieved widespread recognition in the late 1990s. Released numerous albums and singles, with several topping the charts in Hong Kong and other regions. Garnered multiple awards, including Best Female Singer at the Jade Solid Gold Best Ten Music Awards. Known for dynamic performances and has collaborated with various artists throughout a successful career.

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Venus Williams

Professional Tennis Player with 7 Grand Slam titles
Born
June 17th, 1980 44 years ago

Born in 1980, a professional tennis player achieved significant success in women's tennis during the late 1990s and 2000s. Won seven Grand Slam singles titles, including five Wimbledon championships and two US Open titles. Played a critical role in elevating women's tennis and advocating for gender equality in sports. Alongside sister Serena Williams, won multiple Grand Slam doubles titles. Also contributed to community initiatives through the Venus Williams Foundation, promoting education and sports for youth.

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Elisa Rigaudo

Italian race walker, Olympic medalist
Born
June 17th, 1980 44 years ago

Competed in race walking events on an international level. Achieved a bronze medal in the 20 km walk at the 2004 Athens Olympics. Participated in multiple World Championships, securing various placements and contributing to Italy's prominence in race walking. Demonstrated consistent performance throughout the career in various European championships.

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Jeph Jacques

Author of webcomic Questionable Content
Born
June 17th, 1980 44 years ago

An American author and illustrator specialized in creating webcomics. Most recognized for the webcomic 'Questionable Content', which started in 2003 and features the daily lives of a group of friends in a fictional town. The webcomic gained a substantial following for its blend of humor, romance, and social commentary. Also known for engaging with the audience through social media platforms and conventions, contributing to the webcomic community. Active in promoting independent artists and creators through various initiatives and platforms.

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Antero Niittymäki

Finnish ice hockey goaltender
Born
June 18th, 1980 44 years ago

A former professional ice hockey goaltender, largely played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Philadelphia Flyers and the Tampa Bay Lightning. Achieved success in international competitions, representing Finland in multiple IIHF World Championships and the 2006 Winter Olympics. Played a significant role in Finland's success in international ice hockey during his career and was a key figure in several memorable matches.

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