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2012
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Paul Ryan's Meme Returns, Tim Tebow's GQ Photoshoot Christ-like?
August 17, 2012 by Eudie PakBiography.com's "Week in Review" highlights interesting people who've made the news this past week—thanks to their endeavors, big ideas, triumphs, importance in history, or magnanimous gaffes. While there were many people to choose from this week, here...
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Paul Ryan
U.S. Representative / 1970 -
U.S. Representative Paul Ryan is a Republican from Wisconsin known for his conservative positions. In the 2012 presidential election, Ryan was the running mate of Republican nominee Mitt Romney, who was defeated by President Barack Obama.
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- Famous Celebrity Couples
- Cast of Friends
- Sparks On The Set
Jennifer Aniston
Television Actress / 1969 -
Jennifer Aniston won the hearts of TV viewers as Rachel on the NBC sitcom Friends. The show ran for 10 seasons.
- In these groups:
- Famous Aquarians
- Famous People Born in Arkansas
- Famous People Named Helen
Helen Gurley Brown
Publisher / 1922 - 2012
Helen Gurley Brown served as Cosmopolitan's editor-in-chief for more than 30 years.
- In these groups:
- Famous Leos
- Famous Football Players
- Famous People Born in 1987
Tim Tebow
Football Player / 1987 -
NFL quarterback Tim Tebow won both the Heisman Trophy and the BCS National Championship while playing for the Florida Gators in college. He was drafted by the NFL’s Denver Broncos in 2010 and joined the New York Jets in 2012.
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- Famous Leos
- Famous Actors
- Famous Film Directors
Justin Theroux
Actor, Director, Screenwriter / 1971 -
American actor and director Justin Theroux is known for his role on the TV series Strangers with Candy, as well as film roles in Tropic Thunder, Your Highness and Wanderlust, among several other productions.
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Colorado Gunman's Odd Behavior, Joe Paterno's Statue Removed
July 27, 2012 by Eudie PakBiography.com's "Week in Review" highlights interesting people who've made the news this past week—thanks to their endeavors, big ideas, triumphs, importance in...
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Coach, Football Player / 1926 - 2012
As head football coach at Pennsylvania State University, Joe Paterno was one of the most successful coaches in the history of collegiate football.
- In these groups:
- Famous Sagittarians
- Famous People Named James
- Famous People Born in 1987
James Holmes
Mass Murderer / 1987 -
James Holmes was charged in a Colorado shooting that killed 12 and injured 58 on July 20, 2012.
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- Apollo Legends
- Ladies of Pop Music
- Famous Celebrity Couples
Mariah Carey
Film Actress, Songwriter, Music Producer, Singer / 1970 -
With hits such as "Vision of Love" and "I Don't Wanna Cry," pop diva Mariah Carey holds the record for most No. 1 debuts in Billboard Hot 100 history.
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Robin Williams and Élie Metchnikoff
August 15, 2012 by Kayla AriasRobin Williams is an award-winning actor and comedian. Élie Metchnikoff was a Russian zoologist and microbiologist who received a Nobel Prize for his discoveries...
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- Vegans
- USO Entertainers
- Best Supporting Actor Oscar Winners
Robin Williams
Actor, Comedian / 1951 -
Actor and comedian Robin Williams is known for his fast-paced, improvisational performance style, and for his performances in films like Good Will Hunting and Dead Poets Society.
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- Famous Lookalikes
- Famous Taureans
- Famous Biologists
Élie Metchnikoff
Biologist, Zoologist / 1845 - 1916
Russian zoologist and microbiologist Élie Metchnikoff received a Nobel Prize for his discovery of phagocytosis, amoeba-like cells engulfing foreign bodies.
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Top Olympic Moments
August 2, 2012 by Eudie PakWith the London Olympics well under way, stories of triumph and glory have been filling the medal stand by world-class athletes the way they’ve always had for centuries—through...
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- USO Entertainers
- Olympic Boxers
- Cast of Dancing with the Stars
Sugar Ray Leonard
Boxer / 1956 -
Sugar Ray Leonard was a champion Olympic and professional welterweight boxer. He retired from the sport in 1997 and was inducted into the Boxing Hall of Fame.
- In these groups:
- Olympic Boxers
- Famous Cancerians
- Famous Black Athletes
Leon Spinks
Boxer / 1953 -
Leon Spinks is a boxer who won an Olympic gold medal in 1976 and was the world heavyweight champion in 1978.
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- Groundbreaking Women
- Olympic Gymnasts
- Famous Aquarians
Mary Lou Retton
Gymnast / 1968 -
Mary Lou Retton is a retired champion gymnast who won gold, silver and bronze medals at the 1984 Olympics. She was featured on the Wheaties cereal box.
Bruce Jenner
Track and Field Athlete, Reality Television Star / 1949 -
One of the most beloved athletes of the 1970s, track athlete Bruce Jenner won a gold medal and set a world record in the decathlon at the 1976 Summer Olympics. Since then, he's appeared on the popular reality show Keeping Up with the Kardashians.
- In these groups:
- Olympic Swimmers
- Hottest Olympic Athletes
- Famous Aquarians
Greg Louganis
Athlete / 1960 -
American diving champion Greg Louganis won 13 world championships and made history at the 1982 Olympics as the first diver ever awarded a perfect score.
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Lookalike of the Week: Gold Medal
July 25, 2012 by Kayla AriasMichael Phelps' outstanding performance at the Beijing 2008 Olympics left some people wondering if he was possibly otherwordly. Well, perhaps he is, folks...maybe...
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- Famous Lookalikes
- People with Animal Names
- Famous Aquarians
Charles Lamb
Author, Poet / 1775 - 1834
Charles Lamb was an English poet and essayist who wrote Tales from Shakespeare and "Essays of Elia."
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- Famous Lookalikes
- Olympic Swimmers
- Olympic 2012 Athletes
Michael Phelps
Professional Swimmer / 1985 -
Swimmer Michael Phelps has set the record for winning the most medals, 22, of any Olympic athlete in history.
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Jesse Owens Biography: Olympic Triumphs, Olympic-Sized Struggles
July 30, 2012 by Leila TahaJesse Owens, a record-breaking Olympic sprinter and the best athlete of his time, spent much of his life struggling with issues of race. Unlike other athletes of his era, Owens' day-to-day life was defined—and restricted—by his color. He suffered humiliating...
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- The Ed Sullivan Show Guests
- Famous Black Athletes
- Famous Virgoans
Jesse Owens
Track and Field Athlete / 1913 - 1980
American track-and-field athlete Jesse Owens won four gold medals at the 1936 Berlin Olympic Games. His long jump world record stood for 25 years.

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