Xavier Dolan, born March 20, 1989, is a Canadian filmmaker, actor, and screenwriter born in Montreal, Canada. He started as a child actor but first gained international attention with his first feature film, I Killed My Mother (2009), which he wrote, directed, and starred in at age 20. The film was praised by critics at…
X. J. Kennedy, born Joseph Charles Kennedy on August 21, 1929, in Dover, New Jersey, is an American poet, writer, and editor, known for his formalist style and contributions to light verse. Kennedy’s poetry often combines wit, humor, and accessibility with deep insights, making his work popular among both general readers and scholars. Kennedy published…
Xabi Alonso, born on November 25, 1981, in Tolosa, Spain, is a former professional footballer and current football manager known for his deep-lying playmaking skills and tactical intelligence on the field. He began his career at Real Sociedad before moving to Liverpool FC in 2004, where he played a key role in their UEFA Champions…
Xanana Gusmão, born on June 20, 1946, is a key figure in Timor-Leste’s independence movement and a revered statesman. He led the armed resistance (Falintil) against Indonesia’s occupation after their 1975 invasion. Despite being captured and imprisoned in 1992, Gusmão continued to inspire the independence struggle. Following the 1999 UN-backed referendum, which resulted in Timor-Leste’s…
A. C. Benson (Arthur Christopher Benson, 1862–1925) was a British essayist, poet, and academic known for his reflective and often melancholic writings. He was born into a distinguished family, with his father, Edward White Benson, serving as the Archbishop of Canterbury, and his brothers also notable in the literary and academic fields. Benson is best…
Aaron Allston (1960–2014) was an American game designer, novelist, and writer, best known for his work in the science fiction and fantasy genres. Born in Corsicana, Texas, Allston became a prominent figure in role-playing game (RPG) design during the 1980s, contributing significantly to Dungeons & Dragons and the Champions RPG system. He was a prolific…
Aaron Belz, born September 1, 1970, is an American poet and educator known for his innovative poetry. His collections, such as The Bird Hoverer and Lovely, Raspberry, showcase his distinctive voice and blend of humor with deep exploration of language and identity. Belz’s work has been featured in numerous literary journals and anthologies, earning him…
Aamir Khan: March 14, 1965. He is an Indian actor who has garnered much praise for his versatility as a star and has been a very impactful filmmaker and producer. He belonged to a family of filmmakers, made his acting debut in Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak (1988), and became an overnight star. During his career,…
A. C. Dixon (Albert C. Dixon, 1854–1930) was a prominent American Baptist pastor, evangelist, and author. Born in Virginia, Dixon was well known for his work in the Baptist community and his contributions to evangelical Christianity. He served as a pastor for various churches and was active in evangelistic work, focusing on spreading Christian teachings…
A. C. Green (born October 14, 1963) is a retired American professional basketball player known for his career in the NBA. Born in Portland, Oregon, Green played as a forward and is best known for his durability and reliability on the court. Green had a distinguished NBA career, playing for teams such as the Los…
