Biography — English

What influential leader is known for the phrase "I have a dream"?
The influential leader known for the phrase "I have a dream" is Martin Luther King Jr.. He was a pivotal...
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What notable British neuropsychologist, born in 1931, is known for their theories on language acquisition and cognition?
The notable British neuropsychologist born in 1931, known for theories on language acquisition and cognition, is Brian Butterworth. His research...
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Who was a pioneer in genetic research and biotechnology, born in 1955, credited with significant advancements for genetic engineering?
The pioneer in genetic research and biotechnology born in 1955, credited with significant advancements in genetic engineering, is Jennifer Doudna....
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Updated: 08 Nov 2025
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What beloved children's author, born in 1936, is known for creating timeless stories that have captivated generations of young readers?
The beloved children's author born in 1936 known for creating timeless stories is Arnold Lobel. His enchanting books, like Frog...
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Who was the influential journalist and writer, born in 1952, known for their investigative reporting on social issues?
The influential journalist and writer born in 1952, known for investigative reporting on social issues, is Gloria Steinem. As a...
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Which iconic composer and pianist, born in 1770, is recognized for revolutionizing classical music with their symphonies and sonatas?
The iconic composer and pianist born in 1770 recognized for revolutionizing classical music with symphonies and sonatas is Ludwig van...
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Who was the renowned economist born in 1912 known for their work in macroeconomic theory and historic economic policies?
The renowned economist born in 1912 known for work in macroeconomic theory and historic economic policies is John Maynard Keynes....
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What prominent playwright, born in 1947, is known for their provocative works that address race and class in contemporary society?
The prominent playwright born in 1947 known for provocative works that address race and class in contemporary society is Audre...
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Who was the primal figure in computer technology and programming born in 1944 known for their roles in early software development?
The primal figure in computer technology and programming, born in 1944, known for roles in early software development is Margaret...
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What influential writer, born in 1926, is known for their groundbreaking works addressing feminism and literature?
The influential writer born in 1926 known for groundbreaking works addressing feminism and literature is Virginia Woolf. Woolf's innovative narrative...
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Which legendary American artist born in 1914 is famous for their vibrant abstract paintings and contributions to color field painting?
The legendary American artist born in 1914 famous for vibrant abstract paintings and contributions to color field painting is Mark...
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Updated: 15 Nov 2025
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Who was the acclaimed director born in 1960, known for their work in independent film and social justice storytelling?
The acclaimed director born in 1960 known for their work in independent film and social justice storytelling is Spike Lee....
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Updated: 09 Nov 2025
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What author, born in 1862, is revered for their role in the literary movement known for realism and the exploration of society?
The author born in 1862 revered for their role in the literary movement known for realism and the exploration of...
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Which prominent physicist, born in 1934, is recognized for their contributions to particle physics and Nobel Prize-winning research?
The prominent physicist born in 1934 recognized for contributions to particle physics and Nobel Prize-winning research is Fritz Wilczek. His...
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Updated: 23 Nov 2025
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Who was the influential American writer known for their novels exploring gender and race, born in 1940?
The influential American writer known for novels exploring gender and race, born in 1940, is Toni Morrison. Her acclaimed works,...
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Updated: 09 Nov 2025
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What beloved musical theater composer, born in 1928, is known for their contributions to Broadway and the film industry?
The beloved musical theater composer born in 1928 known for contributions to Broadway and the film industry is Stephen Sondheim....
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Updated: 12 Nov 2025
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Who was the influential American photographer born in 1902 known for their poignant images of the Great Depression?
The influential American photographer born in 1902, known for poignant images of the Great Depression, is Dorothea Lange. Her striking...
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Updated: 19 Nov 2025
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What famous artist, born in 1889, is known for their contributions to Surrealism and for works like "The Persistence of Memory"?
The famous artist born in 1889 known for contributions to Surrealism and the iconic work "The Persistence of Memory" is...
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Updated: 27 Nov 2025
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What influential human rights activist was born in 1943 in the United States and is known for their work toward racial equity?
The influential human rights activist born in 1943 in the United States known for their work toward racial equity is...
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Updated: 28 Nov 2025
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Who was the renowned mechanical engineer born in 1867, famous for developing the assembly line model in manufacturing?
The renowned mechanical engineer born in 1867 famous for developing the assembly line model in manufacturing is Henry Ford. He...
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Updated: 30 Nov 2025
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