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UPI
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- UPI
Famous birthdays for June 14: Gunna, Lang Lang
Gunna performs during the 24th annual BET Awards at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on June 30. The musician turns 32 on June 14. File Photo by Jim Ruymen/UPI | License Photo June 14 (UPI) -- Those born on this date are under the sign of Gemini. They include: -- Writer Harriet Beecher Stowe in 1811 -- Bookseller John Bartlett in 1820 -- Physician Alois Alzheimer in 1864 -- Photojournalist Margaret Bourke-White in 1904 -- Actor/musician Burl Ives in 1909 -- Actor Dorothy McGuire in 1916 -- Cuban revolutionary Ernesto "Che" Guevara in 1928 -- Actor Marla Gibbs in 1931 (age 94) File Photo by Laura Cavanaugh/UPI -- Musician Junior Walker in 1931 -- Musician Rod Argent (Zombies/Ringo Starr & His All-Starr Band) in 1945 (age 80) -- President Donald Trump in 1946 (age 79) -- Former Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams in 1950 (age 75) -- Women's Basketball Hall of Fame member Pat Summitt in 1952 File Photo by J.C. Anderson/UPI -- Actor Will Patton in 1954 (age 71) -- U.S. Olympic Hall of Fame speed skater Eric Heiden in 1958 (age 67) -- Musician Boy George (Culture Club) in 1961 (age 64) -- TV journalist Campbell Brown in 1968 (age 57) -- Actor Regan Burns in 1968 (age 57) -- Actor/comedian Faizon Love in 1968 (age 57) -- Actor Yasmine Bleeth in 1968 (age 57) -- Mongolian President Ukhnaagiin Khürelsükh in 1968 (age 57) File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI -- International Tennis Hall of Fame member Steffi Graf in 1969 (age 56) -- Musician Chris Chaney (Jane's Addiction/AC/DC) in 1970 (age 55) -- Comedian/actor Alan Carr in 1976 (age 50) -- Screenwriter Diablo Cody in 1978 (age 47) -- Actor Chauncey Leopardi in 1981 (age 44) -- Musician Lang Lang in 1982 (age 43) File Photo by Jim Ruymen/UPI -- Actor J.R. Martinez in 1983 (age 42) -- Actor/musician Kevin McHale in 1988 (age 37) -- Actor Lucy Hale in 1989 (age 36) -- Musician Jesy Nelson (Little Mix) in 1991 (age 34) -- Actor Evan Sabara in 1992 (age 33) -- Actor Daryl Sabara in 1992 (age 33) -- Musician Gunna in 1993 (age 32) -- Musician Tzuyu (Twice) in 1999 (age 26) File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI
Yahoo
05-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Dwight Howard Makes Clear Choice Between LeBron James and Kobe Bryant
Dwight Howard Makes Clear Choice Between LeBron James and Kobe Bryant originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Los Angeles Lakers have long been one of the most successful franchises not just in NBA history, but in sports history. In the NBA, their 17 championships are the second-most, only behind the Boston Celtics, who have 18. Advertisement Additionally, Los Angeles has been led by some of the greatest players the league has ever seen throughout history. This includes two of the greatest NBA players in recent memory, Kobe Bryant and LeBron James. Recently, NBA legend and 2025 Basketball Hall of Fame inductee Dwight Howard shared his thoughts and made a clear choice between the two basketball legends. Los Angeles Lakers center Dwight Howard (39).Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images Throughout his 18-year NBA career, Howard had three separate stints with the Lakers, including during the 2021-22 season, his last in the league. In total, the Atlanta native played parts of three seasons in Los Angeles. During that time, he was a one-time All-Star, a one-time All-Star, and a one-time NBA Champion. Additionally, he played alongside Bryant and James. Advertisement In a recent appearance on The Club 520 Podcast, Howard said he would take James on a general basis, but he would take Bryant "late in the game" and as a scorer. "Everything combined, you got to give it to LeBron James. Scoring-wise, I got to say I like Kobe Bryant. If it's late in the game, I'm giving the ball to Kobe," Howard said. "I'm not going to give the ball to LeBron late in the game. I'm going to give it to Kobe." Not many players can say they were teammates with both Bryant and James, and this is a unique distinction Howard has. Regardless of Howard's choice, both of them are two of the greatest players the league has ever seen, and they will forever be a part of NBA history. Related: NBA Legend Reacts to Luka Doncic's Change in Physical Appearance Related: Grizzlies Predicted to Make $190 Million Move This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 4, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Rebecca Lobo Sends Clear Message on Fever Needing to Panic Amid Caitlin Clark Injury
Rebecca Lobo Sends Clear Message on Fever Needing to Panic Amid Caitlin Clark Injury originally appeared on Athlon Sports. With a fully revamped roster comprising multiple WNBA champions and WNBA All-Stars to support Caitlin Clark, the hope from Indiana Fever fans was that the team would get off to a hot start en route to a title push. Advertisement Although it's far too early to determine the team's fate and if they will contend, it isn't too premature to say that their start to the season hasn't gone as planned. The Fever head into Tuesday's WNBA Commissioner's Cup game against the Washington Mystics with a 2-4 record and losses in three previous games. In addition to the losses, they have also been without Clark for the past two games, as she's dealing with a left quadriceps injury that will keep her out for multiple weeks when all is said and done. While to some fans it may feel like the sky is falling and that the team needs to hit the panic button, WNBA legend and Basketball Hall of Fame member Rebecca Lobo revealed that there's no need to panic while appearing on "SportsCenter." Don Criqui (left) and former WNBA player Rebecca Lobo.© Matt Cashore-Imagn Images "I'm sure Fever fans were expecting a very different start, but they should not be worried, I don't think at all," Lobo said. "Remember, two of the three games they lost were with Caitlin Clark. It was by a combined three points. One of those games was to the New York Liberty. Advertisement "This is a team that is based around what Caitlin Clark does so well," Lobo added. "They got rim runners this year. She's one of the best advanced passers in the WNBA. Well, when she's not playing, that's going to look different." Aside from losing the 2024 WNBA Rookie of the Year for a couple of weeks, the Fever also saw both Sophie Cunningham (ankle) and Sydney Colson (leg) go down with injuries in the team's Friday loss to the Connecticut Sun. The team has a new head coach and a slew of new players who are still learning to play together. When Clark returns, it should help ease tensions, but the team will also have to work out kinks. Related: Nike Accused of Failing Caitlin Clark by Former Employee This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 2, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
UConn men's, women's teams to compete in Hall of Fame Exhibition games at Mohegan Sun Arena
UNCASVILLE, Conn. (WTNH) — The UConn men's and women's basketball teams will compete against the Boston College Eagles on Oct. 13 at Mohegan Sun Arena as a part of the second annual Basketball Hall of Fame Exhibition Event. For the women's team, it will be their first action since winning their 12th National Championship in April. The men's team competed in the preseason event last year, defeating the University of Rhode Island Rams 102-75. The UConn women's basketball team has won the last five Big East Championships, all hosted at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville. Paige Bueckers returns to Connecticut hoping to get her first win as a pro Both teams are returning players from last year's seasons, including Alex Karaban and Solo Ball for the men and Azzi Fudd and Sarah Strong for the women. 'We had a great experience playing in the Hall of Fame Exhibition game last year,' said UConn men's basketball Head Coach Dan Hurley. 'It's an honor to be asked back and even more special to be competing alongside our championship women's program. The Hall of Fame always puts on top-notch events, and it's an exciting opportunity to take on a quality opponent and give our fans an early look at this year's team.' Tickets will go on sale on Ticketmaster on Aug. 1 and at the Mohegan Sun Arena Box Office on Aug, 2. 'We're excited to participate in another Basketball Hall of Fame event this year,' said UConn women's basketball Head Coach Geno Auriemma. 'It'll be a great day for UConn fans to see both the men's and women's programs at Mohegan Sun to kick off the 2025-26 season.' More information can be found at Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Famous birthdays for May 28: Carey Mulligan, Colbie Caillat
May 28 (UPI) -- Those born on this date are under the sign of Gemini. They include: -- British statesman William Pitt the Younger in 1759 -- All-around athlete Jim Thorpe in 1887 -- Writer Ian Fleming in 1908 -- Musician T-Bone Walker in 1910 -- Musician Papa John Creach in 1917 -- Actor Carroll Baker in 1931 (age 94) -- Basketball Hall of Fame member Jerry West in 1938 -- Writer Maeve Binchy in 1939 -- Former New York City Mayor/Trump lawyer Rudy Giuliani in 1944 (age 81) -- Musician Gladys Knight in 1944 (age 81) -- Actor Sondra Locke in 1944 -- Musician John Fogerty in 1945 (age 80) -- Egyptian archaeologist Zahi Hawass in 1947 (age 78) -- Musician Jerry Douglas (Alison Kraus & Union Station) in 1956 (age 69) -- Actor James Michael Tyler in 1962 -- Actor Christa Miller in 1964 (age 61) -- Musician Chris Ballew (Presidents of the United States of America) in 1965 (age 60) -- Musician Kylie Minogue in 1968 (age 57) -- Actor Justin Kirk in 1969 (age 56) -- TV personality Elisabeth Hasselbeck in 1977 (age 48) -- Actor Jake Johnson in 1978 (age 47) -- Actor Alexa Davalos in 1982 (age 43) -- Musician Colbie Caillat in 1985 (age 40) -- Actor Carey Mulligan in 1985 (age 40) -- Wrestler Seth Rollins in 1986 (age 39) -- Actor Lukas Gage in 1995 (age 30) -- Musician Dahyun (Twice) in 1998 (age 27) -- Actor Cameron Boyce in 1999
