What Happened This Year 2023

People Who Died in 2023

Samboy Lim

Filipino basketball player and manager
Born
April 1st, 1962 62 years ago
Died
2023 2 years ago — 61 years old

A prominent basketball figure, played in the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) for the San Miguel Beermen and the entirety of his career for the team. Established a reputation as one of the league's best shooting guards during the 1980s and 1990s. After retirement, transitioned into coaching and management roles within professional basketball, contributing to the development of the sport in the Philippines.

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Harvey Glance

American sprinter, Olympic medalist
Born
March 28th, 1957 67 years ago
Died
2023 2 years ago — 66 years old

A sprinter specialized in the 100 meters and 200 meters events. Competed in the 1976 Summer Olympics, winning a bronze medal in the 4x100 meters relay. Achieved significant success at the national level, including winning the NCAA title in the 100 meters in 1976. Represented the United States in various international competitions.

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Karen Lumley

English politician and Member of Parliament
Born
March 28th, 1964 60 years ago
Died
2023 2 years ago — 59 years old

Elected as the Member of Parliament for Redditch in 2010, served until 2017. Lumley was a vocal member of the Conservative Party and participated in various parliamentary committees. Prior to her political career, engaged in local government and community issues, contributing to public service initiatives. In Parliament, focused on issues such as healthcare, education, and local development, representing constituents' interests.

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Agustí Villaronga

Spanish actor, director, screenwriter
Born
March 4th, 1953 72 years ago
Died
2023 2 years ago — 70 years old

This individual gained recognition within the film industry through engaging storytelling and distinctive direction. Significant works include the films 'In a Glass Cage' and 'El mar,' which showcased a unique narrative style and thematic depth. Over the years, contributions as a director and screenwriter resulted in multiple accolades, contributing to the cinematic landscape in Spain.

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Sylvia Syms

English actress in 'The Queen' and 'Ice Cold in Alex'
Born
January 6th, 1934 91 years ago
Died
2023 2 years ago — 89 years old

Born in 1934 in England, this actress had a prominent career in film, television, and theatre. Debuted at a young age, quickly gaining recognition for performances in various productions. Achieved significant acclaim for roles in 'The Queen' and 'Ice Cold in Alex', further establishing a sturdy reputation in the British film industry. In addition to feature films, made numerous appearances on stage and television, continuously contributing to the arts throughout her career. Noted for playing strong female characters, often reflecting complex emotional narratives.

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Bruno Mealli

Italian professional cyclist
Born
November 20th, 1937 87 years ago
Died
2023 2 years ago — 86 years old

Competed as a professional cyclist primarily in road racing. Participated in the Giro d'Italia and was part of various national and international races throughout the 1960s. Achieved notable success in several stages and classifications during key cycling events. Accumulated experience with various cycling teams before retiring from professional competition.

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Mary L. Cleave

American engineer and NASA astronaut
Born
February 5th, 1947 78 years ago
Died
2023 2 years ago — 76 years old

An engineer and astronaut participated in two Space Shuttle missions, STS-61-B in 1985 and STS-30 in 1989. These missions contributed to satellite deployment and the launch of important scientific instruments. In her engineering career, worked at NASA, focusing on environmental engineering and spacecraft design, and held various positions, including serving as a Deputy Director for the Earth Science Division. Cleave's work has been influential in both aerospace engineering and environmental protection.

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Olga Kennard

Crystallographer and academic researcher
Born
March 23rd, 1924 100 years ago
Died
2023 2 years ago — 99 years old

Contributed to the field of crystallography through extensive research and academic leadership. Founded the Cambridge Crystallographic Data Centre, which became a significant resource for crystallographic data. Authored numerous publications and received multiple awards for contributions to the sciences.

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Jesús Alou

Dominican baseball player and outfielder
Born
March 24th, 1942 82 years ago
Died
2023 2 years ago — 81 years old

A professional baseball outfielder played primarily for the San Francisco Giants and the Atlanta Braves in Major League Baseball. Debuted in 1963 and played until 1974, achieving a career batting average of .280. Also made significant contributions while playing with the Montreal Expos and the Oakland Athletics. A member of the Alou family, which included two brothers who also played in the Major Leagues.

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