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Carlos Vela
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Carlos Vela

Athlete · born March 1, 1989

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Carlos Alberto Vela Garrido is a Mexican former professional footballer. A versatile offensive player, Vela could be deployed as a forward, winger, and attacking midfielder.

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Milestones, by age

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  1. 16Joined Arsenal F.C.November 1, 2005
  2. 16Joined RC Celta de VigoFebruary 1, 2006
  3. ~18Joined Mexico men's national football team2007
  4. ~18Joined Club Atlético Osasuna2007
  5. ~21Joined West Bromwich Albion F.C.2010
  6. ~22Joined Real Sociedad2011

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Charlie Ergen

Entrepreneur · Dish

1953 · United States

$11Breported estimate as of September 2025 · Forbes

Charles William Ergen is an American billionaire businessman, and the co-founder and chairman of Dish Network and EchoStar. He was CEO of Dish Network until May 2011, when he was succeeded by Joseph Clayton.

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Lupita Nyong'o
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Lupita Nyong'o

Actor

1983 · Mexico

Lupita Amondi Nyong'o is an actress who has received various accolades, including an Academy Award, an Actor Award and a Daytime Emmy Award, as well as nominations for two British Academy Film Awards, a Golden Globe Award and a Tony Award.

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