What Happened This Year 1985
Born in 1985
Jon Moxley
Born in 1985, this professional wrestler gained prominence in WWE under the ring name Dean Ambrose. Achievements in WWE include winning the WWE Championship, WWE Tag Team Championship, and the United States Championship. Transitioning to All Elite Wrestling (AEW), he emerged as a prominent star, capturing the AEW World Championship. His wrestling style blends high-flying acrobatics with a hard-hitting approach, making him a formidable competitor in the ring.
Continue ReadingJosh Donaldson
Played third base in Major League Baseball. Selected as the 2015 American League Most Valuable Player while playing for the Toronto Blue Jays. Contributed to the team's success during playoff runs and was awarded the Silver Slugger multiple times. Also played for other teams including the Oakland Athletics, Atlanta Braves, New York Yankees, and Minnesota Twins throughout a professional career that began in 2010.
Continue ReadingDwight Howard
A professional basketball player, achieved significant success in the NBA, primarily with the Orlando Magic. Played center and was known for dominant defensive skills and rebounding ability. Won three consecutive NBA Defensive Player of the Year awards from 2009 to 2011. Secured an NBA championship in 2020 with the Los Angeles Lakers. Also represented the United States in international competition, contributing to gold medal victories in the 2008 Beijing Olympics and the 2012 London Olympics.
Continue ReadingOleksiy Pecherov
Played professional basketball in Ukraine and the United States. Achieved significant recognition in the Ukrainian basketball league before moving to the NBA. Played for the Washington Wizards and the Charlotte Bobcats during NBA career. Represented Ukraine in international competitions.
Continue ReadingMeagan Duhamel
Competed in pair skating, achieving significant success with partner Eric Radford. Won a gold medal at the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang in the team event and a bronze medal in the pairs event. Secured two World Championship titles in 2015 and 2016. Earned numerous titles in the Grand Prix series, showcasing excellence in technical skills and artistic performance.
Continue ReadingWil Besseling
Professional golfer from the Netherlands. Competed on the European Tour and Challenge Tour. Achieved notable success in various tournaments, including victory in the 2015 Q School which earned a spot on the European Tour. Represented the Netherlands in international competitions such as the World Cup of Golf. Participated in multiple seasons of the European Tour, showcasing consistent performances and contributing to the development of golf in the Netherlands.
Continue ReadingMatt Forte
Played professional American football as a running back. Drafted by the Chicago Bears in 2008. Accumulated over 9,700 rushing yards during an eight-season career with the Bears. Selected to the Pro Bowl twice. Concluded career with the New York Jets, contributing to their offensive plays. Additionally recognized for versatility as a receiver out of the backfield.
Continue ReadingLê Công Vinh
A professional footballer played as a forward, with a career spanning multiple clubs in Vietnam and abroad. Played for teams such as SongLamNgheAn, Hoang Anh Gia Lai, and the Vietnamese national team. Represented Vietnam in multiple international tournaments, including the AFF Championship, where the team secured the title in 2008. Noted for exceptional skill and goal-scoring ability, contributing significantly to both club and national successes.
Continue ReadingRaven-Symoné
An American actress, singer, and dancer began career in entertainment as a child. Rose to prominence with the lead role in the Disney Channel series That's So Raven, which aired from 2003 to 2007, focusing on a teenage girl with psychic abilities. Also starred in the sequel series Raven's Home starting in 2017. Released music, achieving success with singles such as 'That's So Raven' and 'Supernatural'. Appeared as a co-host on the talk show The View. Showcased talent in both acting and singing in various theatrical productions.
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