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Famous Mormons
August 27, 2012 by Kim GilmorePost a commentAs Mitt Romney takes the stage as the Republic nominee for president, there has been increased interest in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS)...
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- In these groups:
- 2012 Presidential Hopefuls
- 2012 Election Candidates
- Candidates Eating
Mitt Romney
Governor / 1947 -
Former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney made a run for the Republican nomination in the 2008 presidential election, losing to John McCain. He made another run for the presidency in 2012, but was defeated by President Barack Obama.
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- Donny and Marie Osmond
- USO Entertainers
- Weight Loss Winners
Marie Osmond
Theater Actress, Singer, Television Personality / 1959 -
Singer, actress, and television personality, Marie Osmond was half of the brother-and-sister duo Donny and Marie, with her brother Donny Osmond.
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- Donny and Marie Osmond
- Cast of Dancing with the Stars
- Famous Sagittarians
Donny Osmond
Television Actor, Music Producer, Singer, Game Show Host, Talk Show Host, Journalist / 1957 -
Donny Osmond was the standout performer of his family singing group, the Osmond Brothers. He also hosted the Donny and Marie variety show with his sister.
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- Famous Capricorns
- Famous Fiction Authors
- Famous Self-Made Millionaires
Stephenie Meyer
Author / 1973 -
Stephenie Meyer is best known for authoring the Twilight book series, which was later adapted for a film franchise.
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Obama Wins Health Care Mandate, Spice Girls Back on Stage
June 29, 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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- In these groups:
- Famous Fathers
- Nobel Peace Prize Winners
- Famous Lefties
Barack Obama
Lawyer, U.S. President, U.S. Representative / 1961 -
Barack Obama is the 44th and current president of the United States, and the first African American to serve as U.S. president. First elected to the presidency in 2008, he won a second term in 2012.
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- Nobel Peace Prize Winners
- U.S. Presidents
- Famous Libras
Jimmy Carter
U.S. President / 1924 -
Jimmy Carter was the 39th president of the United States (1977-81) and later was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002.
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- Spice Girls
- Cool Britannia - Cultural Icons: 1990s
- Famous Leos
Geri Halliwell
Singer / 1972 -
Geri Halliwell was known as "Ginger Spice" in the all-girl, British pop group the Spice Girls. Halliwell has the most No. 1 singles of any female musician in U.K. history.
- In these groups:
- Famous Celebrity Couples
- Spice Girls
- Cool Britannia - Cultural Icons: 1990s
Victoria Beckham
Entrepreneur, Fashion Designer, Model, Singer / 1974 -
Victoria Beckham is a fashion designer and singer chiefly known for her work with the Spice Girls and for being the wife of soccer star David Beckham.
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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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- Olympic Swimmers
- Olympic 2012 Athletes
- Hottest Olympic Athletes
Ryan Lochte
Professional Swimmer / 1984 -
Ryan Lochte is an American swimmer who has won 11 Olympic medals in the sport, including five golds.
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- Silver Foxes
- Famous Capricorns
- Famous Chefs
Paula Deen
Chef, Television Personality / 1947 -
Paula Deen is best known for her Food Network shows on Southern cooking, including Paula's Home Cooking, Paula's Party and Paula's Best Dishes.
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London Olympic Highlights: Best Moments from the 2012 Summer Games
August 9, 2012 by Nicole SantosuossoAs the Olympic Games come to a close, we look back at the moments that made us jump from our seats, cheer in excitement, or maybe even shed a tear, and celebrate...
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- In these groups:
- 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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- Olympic 2012 Athletes
- Hottest Olympic Athletes
- Famous Leos
Kerri Walsh-Jennings
Athlete / 1978 -
Kerri Walsh-Jennings is a professional beach volleyball player and three-time Olympic gold medalist. She is the longtime competitive partner of Misty May-Treanor.
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- Olympic 2012 Athletes
- Hottest Olympic Athletes
- Cast of Dancing with the Stars
Misty May-Treanor
Athlete / 1977 -
Misty May-Treanor is a professional beach volleyball player and three-time Olympic gold medalist. She is the longtime competitive partner of Kerri Walsh-Jennings.
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- Olympic Gymnasts
- Olympic 2012 Athletes
- Famous Cancerians
Jordyn Wieber
Gymnast / 1995 -
American gymnast Jordyn Wieber is best known as the first U.S. Olympic women's gymnastics team member to hail from Michigan.
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- Olympic Gymnasts
- Olympic 2012 Athletes
- African-American Firsts: Athletes
Gabby Douglas
Gymnast / 1995 -
Olympic gymnast Gabby Douglas is best known as the first African American to win the individual all-around event. She also won a team gold medal for the U.S. at the 2012 Summer Olympics.
- In these groups:
- Olympic 2012 Athletes
- Cast of Dancing with the Stars
- Famous Geminis
Aly Raisman
Gymnast / 1994 -
American gymnast Aly Raisman won two gold medals and a bronze at the 2012 Summer Olympic Games, held in London.
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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.
- In these groups:
- Olympic Swimmers
- Olympic 2012 Athletes
- Hottest Olympic Athletes
Ryan Lochte
Professional Swimmer / 1984 -
Ryan Lochte is an American swimmer who has won 11 Olympic medals in the sport, including five golds.
- In these groups:
- Olympic 2012 Athletes
- Famous Black Athletes
- Famous Capricorns
Yohan Blake
Track and Field Athlete / 1989 -
Jamaican sprinter Yohan Blake holds the world record for the 4-by-100-meter relay. In 2012, he won a silver medal in both the 100-meter and 200-meter races, losing to rival and fellow Jamaican Usain Bolt in both events.
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- Elementals
- Celebrities and Their Fast Cars
- Olympic 2012 Athletes
Usain Bolt
Track and Field Athlete / 1986 -
Usain Bolt became the first man in Olympic history to win both the 100-meter and 200-meter races in world record times in 2008. Four years later, at the London Olympics, he became the first man to win gold medals in both the 100 and 200 at consecutive Olympic Games and the first man in history to set three world records in a single Olympic Games competition.
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- Hollywood Heartthrobs
- Famous Action Movie Stars
- James Bond Actors
Daniel Craig
Film Actor, Theater Actor / 1968 -
Daniel Craig is an English actor who has played a wide varity of roles but is best known for playing the most recent incarnation of James Bond.
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- Oscar-Winning Portrayals
- Kentucky Derby Hats
- The British Royal Family
Queen Elizabeth II
Queen / 1926 -
Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain was crowned in 1953. Her 60 years on the throne was celebrated in June 2012, with the Diamond Jubilee.
- In these groups:
- Olympic 2012 Athletes
- Famous Sagittarians
- Famous Gymnasts
McKayla Maroney
Gymnast / 1995 -
American gymnast McKayla Maroney won a gold medal with the U.S. Olympics gymnastics team and a silver medal for the vault at the 2012 Summer Olympics.
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NBA's Jason Collins Reveals He's Gay
April 29, 2013 by Eudie PakJason Collins is a gay sports hero—at least that's what some people are saying today, reports CNN.
Word got out that the NBA free agent has revealed he's gay—the...
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- In these groups:
- Olympic Basketball Players
- Olympic 2012 Athletes
- Famous Black Athletes
Kobe Bryant
Basketball Player / 1978 -
Kobe Bryant is an NBA athlete who's one of the leading players in career points, having earned multiple championship rings. He has also won two Olympic gold medals with the U.S. basketball team.
- In these groups:
- Famous Irish-Americans
- Vegans
- Famous People Involved in Sex Scandals
Bill Clinton
U.S. President, U.S. Governor / 1946 -
Bill Clinton was the 42nd president of the United States, and the second to be impeached. He oversaw the country's longest peacetime economic expansion.
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Muhammad Ali's Greatest Fights In and Out of the Ring
August 7, 2012 by David BlattyOpening Day
On April 4, 2012, a sold-out crowd watched as Muhammad Ali delivered the ceremonial first pitch during Opening Day celebrations at Marlins Park baseball...also in this article
- In these groups:
- Famous Fathers
- Name Changers
- Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier
Muhammad Ali
Boxer, Philanthropist / 1942 -
Muhammad Ali is considered one of the greatest athletes in boxing history, winning both the coveted Golden Gloves title and an Olympic gold medal, among several other honors.
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African-American Firsts in Sports
January 31, 2013 by Tim OttJackie Robinson’s birthday today reminds us how far we’ve progressed in the world of sports. Given the frequency with which we see African-American superstars like...
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- Automobile Accident Victims
- African-American Firsts: Athletes
- Famous Arians
Jack Johnson
Boxer / 1878 - 1946
Jack Johnson, nicknamed "the Galveston Giant," was the first African American world heavyweight boxing champion.
- In these groups:
- Famous Lookalikes
- Celebrity Enlistees
- African-American Firsts: Athletes
Jackie Robinson
Baseball Player / 1919 - 1972
Jackie Robinson became the first African-American to play major league baseball, becoming Rookie of the Year in 1947, National League MVP in 1949 and a World Series champ in 1955.
Althea Gibson
Golfer, Tennis Player / 1927 - 2003
Tennis star Althea Gibson was the first African American to play at Wimbledon. She also broke racial barriers in professional golf.
- In these groups:
- African-American Firsts: Athletes
- Famous Cancerians
- Famous Black Athletes
Wilma Rudolph
Track and Field Athlete / 1940 - 1994
In 1960, Wilma Rudolph became the first American woman to win three gold medals at a single Olympic Games.

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