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Phyllis Diller
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Phyllis Diller
Film Actress, Comedian, Pianist / 1917 - 2012
First noticed as a contestant on Groucho Marx's game show in 1955, Phyllis Diller went on to become a successful comedian, actress and author.
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Friedrich von Schelling
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- Famous Aquarians
- Famous Philosophers
Friedrich von Schelling
Philosopher / 1775 - 1854
German philosopher Friedrich von Schelling explored the concept of freedom in his 1809 book, Of Human Freedom. Immanuel Kant largely inspired his work.
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Leona Helmsley
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- Famous People Born in 1920
Leona Helmsley
Business Leader / 1920 - 2007
Leona Helmsley was a New York real estate tycoon whose legal troubles were as well known as her successes. -
Paul Ehrlich
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- Famous Pisceans
- Famous Immunologists
- Famous People Named Paul
Paul Ehrlich
Immunologist / 1854 - 1915
Paul Ehrlich is a German Jewish medical scientist best known for discovering the first effective treatment for syphilis.
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Fielding Yost
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- Famous Coaches
- Famous People Born in West Virginia
Fielding Yost
Coach / 1871 - 1946
American collegiate football coach Fielding Yost was known for his quick plays. While coaching at the University of Michigan, he won 164 games.
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