What Happened This Year 1992
Born in 1992
Mac Miller
Born in Pittsburgh, this artist began rising to fame with the mixtape 'K.I.D.S.' released in 2010. The debut studio album, 'Blue Slide Park,' achieved commercial success, becoming the first independently distributed debut album to top the Billboard 200 chart since 1995. Miller's music spanned multiple genres, incorporating elements of jazz, soul, and hip-hop, and his later works, such as 'Swimming' and 'Circles,' showed artistic growth and maturity. He collaborated with various artists, further broadening his influence in the music industry before his untimely passing in 2018.
Continue ReadingSven Erik Bystrøm
Born in 1992, a professional cyclist specialized in road racing. Competed for several teams including Team Katusha and UAE Team Emirates. Achieved significant success in various international competitions, securing a victory at the UCI Road World Championships in 2016. Participated in numerous prestigious races including the Tour de France and Vuelta a España.
Continue ReadingKwame Karikari
Started professional career with Accra Hearts of Oak. Later played for various clubs in Europe, including a stint with Sporting CP in Portugal. Contributed to the national youth teams and participated in the 2013 FIFA U-20 World Cup. Most recently played in lower divisions across Europe.
Continue ReadingQuinton Howden
Played professional ice hockey in the NHL and various minor leagues. Drafted 25th overall in the 2010 NHL Entry Draft by the Florida Panthers. Competed for Team Canada in international tournaments, including the IIHF World Junior Championships. Also played for the Winnipeg Jets and spent time with teams in the American Hockey League.
Continue ReadingJames Duckworth
A professional tennis player from Australia. Achieved a career-high ATP singles ranking of world No. 82 in March 2022. Participated in all four Grand Slam tournaments, with notable performances at the Australian Open and US Open. Generated recognition for resilience in competing through injuries, contributing to a steady career.
Continue ReadingTom Kühnhackl
Professional ice hockey player played as a winger in the NHL. Played for the Pittsburgh Penguins and the New York Islanders. Contributed to the Penguins' success during the 2016 and 2017 Stanley Cup championships. Also represented Germany in international competitions.
Continue ReadingVerónica Cepede Royg
Competed primarily on the WTA Tour and ITF Women’s Circuit, achieving a career-high singles ranking of No. 74 in 2017. Participated in the Grand Slam tournaments, reaching the third round of the French Open in 2016. Represented Paraguay in international competitions, including the Fed Cup. Gained recognition for strong performances on clay courts.
Continue ReadingVincent Aboubakar
Born in 1992, a professional footballer who has played as a striker for several clubs in Europe and the Cameroon national team. Played for notable clubs such as FC Porto and Beşiktaş. Achieved significant success with the national team, including participating in multiple Africa Cup of Nations tournaments and the FIFA World Cup.
Continue ReadingMercedes Moné
Debuted in wrestling in 2010 and gained prominence in WWE under the ring name Sasha Banks. Captured the WWE Raw Women's Championship five times, the WWE SmackDown Women's Championship once, and the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship twice. Known for her role in the women's revolution in professional wrestling, featuring in high-profile matches including main events at WrestleMania. Left WWE in early 2022 and signed with NJPW under the name Mercedes Moné.
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