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May 19th

Malcolm X

American black rights activist (1925–1965).

Born May 19th, 1925 in Omaha.

Died February 21st, 1965 at 39 years old in Manhattan (gunshot wound).

André the Giant

French professional wrestler and actor (1946–1993).

Born May 19th, 1946 in Coulommiers.

Died January 28th, 1993 at 46 years old in 8th arrondissement of Paris (heart failure). ^[ref]

JoJo Siwa

American dancer, singer, actress, and youtube personality.

Born May 19th, 2003 (age 23 years) in Omaha.

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John Paul II

Born May 18th, 1920 in Wadowice.

Died April 2nd, 2005 at 84 years old

Tina Fey

Born May 18th, 1970 in Upper Darby Township.

George Strait

Born May 18th, 1952 in Poteet.

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Cher

Born May 20th, 1946 in El Centro.

James Stewart

Born May 20th, 1908 in Indiana.

Died July 2nd, 1997 at 89 years old

Timothy Olyphant

Born May 20th, 1968 in Honolulu.

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