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Gus Van Sant
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Gus Van Sant

Actor · born July 24, 1952

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Gus Green Van Sant Jr. is an American filmmaker, photographer, painter, and musician. He has earned acclaim as an independent filmmaker, and is considered to be one of the most prominent auteurs of the new queer cinema movement.

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Milestones, by age

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  1. ~51Named Palme d'Or2003
  2. ~51Received the Cannes Best Director Award2003

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Azim Premji
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Azim Premji

Entrepreneur · Wipro · software

1945 · India

$22.6Bolder estimate, as of 2019 · Forbes

Azim Hashim Premji is an Indian billionaire businessman and philanthropist who was the chairman of Wipro. Premji remains a non-executive member of the board and founding chairman. In 2010, he was voted among the 20 most powerful men in the world by Asiaweek.

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Rose Byrne
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Rose Byrne

Actor

1979 · Australia

Mary Rose Byrne is an Australian actress. Renowned for her versatility across screen and stage, she is particularly recognised for her leading roles in blockbuster comedies, independent dramas, and horror films.

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Amelia Earhart
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Amelia Earhart

Author

1897–1939 · United States

Amelia Mary Earhart was an American aviator and aviation pioneer who became one of the most celebrated figures of early flight.

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Elisabeth Moss
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Elisabeth Moss

Actor

1982 · United States

Elisabeth Singleton Moss is an American actor, director, and producer. She has received several accolades, including two Golden Globe Awards, two Primetime Emmy Awards, and a nomination for a Tony Award.

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