Joel Embiid is a 7'0" Cameroonian basketball player for the Philadelphia 76ers. Born in Yaoundé, he transitioned to basketball after playing volleyball and soccer. Drafted third overall in 2014, he faced injuries but earned an NBA MVP title in 2023. He holds citizenship in Cameroon, France, and the USA.
Brian Skiba’s film ‘Gunslingers’, Ken Carson’s album ‘More Chaos’ released
On April 11, 2025, Lionsgate released "Gunslingers," a Western action film directed by Brian Skiba, featuring actors Heather Graham, Stephen Dorff, and Nicolas Cage. Also on that day, Ken Carson launched his fourth studio album, "More Chaos," with 20 tracks. The film was shot in Cave City, Kentucky.
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Patricia Riggen’s film ‘G20’, Jon Pardi’s album ‘Honkytonk Hollywood’ released
Amazon MGM Studios launched the action thriller "G20" on Prime Video on April 10, 2023, featuring Viola Davis as U.S. president Danielle Sutton. The film involves a terrorist takeover at the G20 summit in Cape Town. Jon Pardi's fifth album "Honkytonk Hollywood" releases on April 11, 2025, including a 16-show U.S. and Canada tour.
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Yui Suzuki stars in Chie Hayawaka’s film ‘Renoir’ with Lily Franky, Hikari Ishida
Yui Suzuki, at 11 years old, plays Fuki in the international co-production film "Renoir," filmed in 2012 and set in the late 1980s. Directed by Chie Hayakawa, the film explores family dynamics and challenges faced by children and adults. "Renoir" competes for the Palme d’Or at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival.
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Ari Aster’s film ‘Eddington’ to compete for Palme d’Or at 2025 Cannes Film Festival
"Eddington," directed by Ari Aster, competes for the Palme d'Or at the 78th Cannes Film Festival. The contemporary Western black comedy features Joaquin Phoenix as Sheriff Joe Cross in a gripping May 2020 standoff. The film, shot in New Mexico, also stars Juliette Binoche and other notable actors.
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Jared Hess’s ‘A Minecraft Movie’, Djo’s album ‘The Crux’ released
On April 4, 2025, "A Minecraft Movie," featuring Jack Black and Jason Momoa, premiered in the U.S. after its world debut in London. Concurrently, Joe Kerry, also known as Djo, released his third studio album, "The Crux," which includes 12 self-written tracks.
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13 things about Baltimore, Maryland actor Vincent de Paul
Salvatore Vincent Glorioso Zannino, known as Vincent de Paul, is a notable Italian-American actor and film producer from Baltimore, Maryland. He has appeared in various films and television series, earning acclaim, including a Best Actor award in 2012. He continues to work in film and has directed a documentary released in 2023.
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13 things about Miss Universe 1969 Gloria Diaz
Gloria Diaz, the first Filipina Miss Universe, was born in La Union, Philippines. She has two daughters and an adopted son. Diaz began her acting career after winning beauty pageants and has received multiple awards for her roles. She turned 73 in April 2024 and continues to participate in pageants.
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13 things about Mbombela, South Africa golfer Thriston Lawrence
Thriston Lawrence is a South African professional golfer from Mbombela. Born to Steven and Heidi Lawrence, he has achieved several accolades including wins in the South African Amateur Championship, MENA Tour, and multiple Sunshine Tour events. Notably, he was awarded the Sir Henry Cotton Rookie of the Year in 2022 and turned 28 in December 2024.
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Kae Alexander biography: 13 things about actor born in Kobe, Japan
Kae Alexander, born Kae Yukawa in Kobe, Japan, is a London-based actor. She has appeared in numerous films and TV series, including "Game of Thrones" and "The Wheel of Time." After relocating from Hong Kong to London in 1995, she graduated from the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in 2011.
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