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What Happened This Year 2010

All Events 99 Births 1 Deaths 560

People Who Died in 2010

Dave Niehaus

Sportscaster for Seattle Mariners

Born

February 19th, 1935 91 years ago

Died

2010 16 years ago — 75 years old

A prominent sportscaster in Major League Baseball, gained recognition for a long career with the Seattle Mariners. Served as the team's play-by-play announcer for over 30 years. Provided commentary for the team's inaugural game in 1977 and continued to cover their games until retirement in 2010. Inducted into the Washington State Sports Hall of Fame and the baseball Hall of Fame's Ford C. Frick Award for excellence in baseball broadcasting.

Veturi

Indian poet and songwriter for films

Born

January 29th, 1936 90 years ago

Died

2010 16 years ago — 74 years old

Born in 1936, a prominent poet and songwriter contributed significantly to Telugu cinema. Crafting lyrics for numerous films, played a key role in shaping the musical landscape of the industry. Collaborated with various notable composers and filmmakers throughout a prolific career. Received several accolades for lyrical contributions, continuing to influence modern songwriting in Indian cinema.