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Kylie Minogue
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Kylie Ann Minogue (born 28 May 1968) is an Australian singer, songwriter, and actress. Frequently referred to as the "Princess of Pop", she has achieved recognition in both the music industry and the fashion world as a major style icon. Her accolades include two Grammy Awards, four Brit Awards and eighteen ARIA Music Awards. Minogue is the highest-selling Australian female artist of all time, with sales surpassing 80 million records worldwide. In 2024, Time listed her in its annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world.
Born and raised in Melbourne, Minogue first achieved recognition starring as Charlene Robinson in the Australian soap opera Neighbours (1986–1988). She began her music career in the late 1980s, releasing four dance-pop studio albums under PWL. By the early 1990s, Minogue had amassed several hit singles in Australia and the UK, including "The Loco-Motion", "I Should Be So Lucky", "Especially for You", "Hand on Your Heart", and "Better the Devil You Know". Taking more creative control over her music, she signed with Deconstruction Records in 1993 and released the albums Kylie Minogue (1994) and Impossible Princess (1997).
By joining Parlophone in 1999, Minogue returned to mainstream dance-oriented music with Light Years (2000), including the number-one hits "Spinning Around" and "On a Night Like This". The follow-up, Fever (2001), was an international breakthrough for Minogue, becoming her best-selling album to date. The lead single, "Can't Get You Out of My Head", was a worldwide chart-topper and became one of the most successful singles of the 2000s, selling over five million units. Follow-up singles "In Your Eyes" and "Love at First Sight" became hits as well. She continued reinventing her image and experimenting with a range of genres on her subsequent albums, which spawned successful singles such as "Slow", "I Believe in You", "2 Hearts" and "All the Lovers". In 2017, she signed with BMG Rights Management, leading to several number-one albums in Australia and the UK – Golden (2018), Step Back in Time: The Definitive Collection (2019), Disco (2020), Tension (2023) and Tension II (2024). She is the only female artist in the UK charts with chart-topping albums and a top ten single in five consecutive decades.
In film, Minogue made her debut in The Delinquents (1989), and appeared in Street Fighter (1994), Moulin Rouge! (2001), Holy Motors (2012) and San Andreas (2015). In reality television, she appeared as a judge on The Voice UK and The Voice Australia, both in 2014. Her other ventures include product endorsements, books, perfumes, charitable work and a wine brand. Minogue's achievements include being an ARIA Hall of Fame inductee, Officer of the Order of Australia (AO), Officer of the Order of the British Empire, Chevalier (knight) of the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres and an honorary Doctor of Health Science (D.H.Sc.).
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Jaden Smith
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Jaden Christopher Syre Smith (born July 8, 1998) is an American rapper and actor. The son of Jada Pinkett-Smith and Will Smith, he has received various accolades, including a Teen Choice Award, an MTV Movie Award, a BET Award and a Young Artist Award. He has received a Grammy Award nomination, and has won two NAACP Image Awards and an Empire Award.
Smith made his film debut with his father Will in the 2006 film The Pursuit of Happyness, and appeared with his father once more in the 2013 film After Earth. He also co-starred in the remake films The Day the Earth Stood Still (2008), along with Keanu Reeves, and The Karate Kid (2010), with Jackie Chan. Following a three-year hiatus, he returned to acting in 2016, starring in the two-part Netflix series The Get Down, and voice-acting in the company's anime series, Neo Yokio.
As a recording artist, Smith first guest performed on Canadian singer Justin Bieber's 2010 single, "Never Say Never". Released for The Karate Kid's accompanying soundtrack, the song peaked within the top ten of the Billboard Hot 100 and received quintuple platinum certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). He later released multiple mixtapes, including CTV2 (2014). Following a three-year work effort, he signed with Roc Nation and Interscope Records to release his debut studio album, Syre (2017). It peaked at number 24 on the Billboard 200, while his second and third albums, Erys (2019) and CTV3: Cool Tape Vol. 3 (2020), peaked at numbers 12 and 44, respectively. In 2022, he was nominated for a Grammy Award for Album of the Year as a featured artist on Bieber's album Justice.
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Ayanat Ksenbai
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Ayanat Ksenbai is an actress from Kazakhstan. Her real name is Ayanat Esmagambetova.
She first appeared on the big screen in 2002. In 2004, she played in the international film The Nomad directed by Ivan Passer and Sergey Bodrov. Then, in 2007, she played the role of Ulzhan in the film by Volker Schlöndorff.
Ayanat appeared in four films before her acting career ended.
In addition to acting, Ayanat Ksenbai is also involved in fashion design. In 2016, she presented her first collection under the brand "Ayanat New York" at New York Fashion Week.
Ayanat is also a humanitarian. She created the charitable organization U.S. Kazakh Women's Alliance, through which she helps women in need and single mothers in Kazakhstan and Central Asia.
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Mohammad Sohel BC
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Mohammad Sohel BC is a prominent Bangladeshi politician, educator, and social activist. He currently serves as the Secretary of Publicity and Dawah for Islami Andolan Bangladesh (Chakaria North Thana).
A dedicated advocate for the rights of the working class, Sohel has a significant leadership background. He is the Former Secretary of Islami Sromik Andolan Bangladesh (Chakaria North Thana), where he played a pivotal role in organizing and representing labor interests. He remains a highly active and influential figure within the organization, continuing his mission for social justice and labor welfare.
In addition to his political career, Mohammad Sohel BC is committed to religious and moral education. He serves as a Teacher at the Hazrat Omar Farooq (R.) Nurani Hafezi Model Madrasa & Orphanage. He also possesses strong technical expertise and is a well-known Mobile Mechanic in his community.
Born to Faridul Alam (Father) and Kulsuma Begum (Mother), Mohammad Sohel BC is recognized for balancing his professional technical skills, educational contributions, and political ideologies to serve the people of Chakaria.
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Simon Mansfield
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Simon Mansfield is a British television producer, director and series producer with more than twenty years of experience in factual programming. He began his career in the BBC Wales Arts and Music Department and has worked extensively in arts, history, travel and cultural documentary production. His credits include Fake or Fortune?, Great Welsh Writers, Rivers with Griff Rhys Jones and Fusions: The Art and Lives of British Born Chinese.
Mansfield was also a co-founder of the Cardiff- and London-based production company Modern Television, established with Griff Rhys Jones in 2005. He later worked as a freelance producer-director and as a senior lecturer in television production.
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Neilia Hunter Biden
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Neilia Hunter Biden (née Hunter; July 28, 1942 – December 18, 1972) was an American teacher and the first wife of Joe Biden, who later became the 46th president of the United States. She died in a car crash with their one-year-old daughter, Naomi; their two sons, Beau and Hunter, were injured but survived the incident. Her death occurred six weeks after her husband's election to the U.S. Senate.
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Natasha Lyonne
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Natasha Bianca Lyonne Braunstein (/liˈoʊn/lee-OHN; born April 4, 1979) is an American actress, writer, director, and producer. Lyonne started her career as a teen actress before expanding her career, taking on mature roles in film and television. She is known for her distinctive raspy voice and "tough" persona, and the accolades she has received include nominations for five Primetime Emmy Awards and two Golden Globe Awards. She was named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time Magazine in 2023.
Lyonne started her career as a child actress, making her first uncredited appearance in Heartburn (1986), recurring in Pee-wee's Playhouse (1986), and supporting in Dennis the Menace (1993). She transitioned to taking on teen roles in several independent films such as Everyone Says I Love You (1996), Slums of Beverly Hills (1998), But I'm a Cheerleader (1999), and Party Monster (2003) as well as in broad comedic films such as American Pie (1999), American Pie 2 (2001), Scary Movie 2 (2001), and American Reunion (2012).
She found a career resurgence and Emmy Award nominations for her performances as Nicky Nichols on the Netflix comedy-drama series Orange Is the New Black (2013–2019), a software engineer stuck in a time loop in the Netflix's comedy-drama series Russian Doll (2019–2022), and a woman who can tell when people are lying in the Peacock crime comedy series Poker Face (2023–present), the former of which she also served as a co-creator, writer, director, and executive producer of the series. She also starred in the Netflix drama film His Three Daughters (2024).
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Lynne Marie Stewart
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Lynne Marie Stewart (December 14, 1946 – February 21, 2025) was an American film and television actress, best known for her performance as Miss Yvonne, the Most Beautiful Woman in Puppet Land. She originated the role in the 1981 stage show The Pee-wee Herman Show and on the CBS television show Pee Wee's Playhouse. She returned to the role in the 2010 Los Angeles stage revival and returned again to play the role in the Broadway production which opened in November 2010 at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre. She played several different nurses on the television series MAS*H. She appeared on an episode of the television series Night Court as Vanna Anders and as Squiggy's two-timing girlfriend Barbara on Laverne & Shirley. She has also played roles on Pee-wee's Big Adventure, Big Top Pee-wee, Night Stand with Dick Dietrick and Son of the Beach. Most recently, she appeared in Law & Order SVU and Arrested Development. She also has a recurring role as Charlie's mom on It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia. Lynne Marie Stewart also appeared on a Biography profile of her best friend Cindy Williams.
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Ali zulfikar Zahedi
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Ali Zulfikar Zahedi is a Bangladeshi filmmaker, producer, screenwriter, and lyricist. He has made significant contributions to the Bangladeshi film industry, showcasing his passion for storytelling and his commitment to sharing untold stories from Bangladesh with the world. Zahedi’s notable works include:
The Sound: A short film that has been screened at various international film festivals.
Kagoj (The Paper): His debut feature film, which has garnered international acclaim and awards.
ROKTOCHAYA: "Roktochya" is likely a reference to the Bengali short film Raktachhaya (রক্তছায়া), which is scheduled for release during Eid 2026
As the founder of Addrian Productions, Zahedi aims to create films that capture the essence of Bangladeshi culture and resonate on a global scale. His journey is marked by enthusiasm, drive, and an unwavering belief in the potential of Bangladeshi cinema. Zahedi’s mission is clear: to put Bangladesh on the world cinema map by sharing heartfelt stories that bridge cultural gaps.
He holds degrees from institutions in Bangladesh, India, and the United Kingdom, including an MBA, BBA, and PGDPM. With a background in marketing, Zahedi transitioned from being a lyricist and writer to a film producer, revolutionizing the local film industry. His determination to make a mark in Bollywood further fuels his creative endeavors. Ali Zulfikar Zahedi’s commitment to storytelling knows no bounds, and he continues to inspire audiences with his cinematic vision
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Sean Connery
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Sir Thomas Sean Connery (August 25, 1930 – October 31, 2020) was a Scottish actor and producer. He won an Academy Award, two BAFTA Awards (one being a BAFTA Academy Fellowship Award), and three Golden Globes, including the Cecil B. DeMille Award and a Henrietta Award. Connery was the first actor to portray the character James Bond in film, starring in seven Bond films (every film from Dr. No to You Only Live Twice, plus Diamonds Are Forever and Never Say Never Again), between 1962 and 1983. In 1988, Connery won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in The Untouchables. His films also include Marnie (1964), Murder on the Orient Express (1974), The Man Who Would Be King (1975), A Bridge Too Far (1977), Highlander (1986), Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989), The Hunt for Red October (1990), Dragonheart (1996), The Rock (1996), and Finding Forrester (2000).
Connery was polled in a 2004 The Sunday Herald as "The Greatest Living Scot" and in a 2011 EuroMillions survey as "Scotland's Greatest Living National Treasure". He was voted by People magazine as both the “Sexiest Man Alive" in 1989 and the "Sexiest Man of the Century” in 1999. He received a lifetime achievement award in the United States with a Kennedy Center Honor in 1999. Connery was knighted in the 2000 New Year Honours for services to film drama.
On October 31, 2020, Connery died at the age of 90.
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