50+ Celebrities Born on July 10

Jules Burke
May 17, 2024 58 items

Stars align in unique ways on July 10, marking the birth of various celebrities and historical figures, such as Nikola Tesla, both living and deceased who've made significant marks in entertainment, sports, like Jake LaMotta, and beyond. This list celebrates those famous figures born on this day, exploring how their contributions continue to influence their respective fields. From blockbuster actors, like Sofía Vergara, and chart-topping musicians, like Jessica Simpson, to sports legends and influential public figures, discover who shares this summer birthday and how they've used their talents to shine in the spotlight.

  • Sofía Vergara
    Sofía Vergara, a Colombian-American actress, producer, and model, first gained recognition in the 1990s. Born on July 10, 1972, in Barranquilla, Colombia, she was discovered by a photographer while strolling on a Colombian beach and was quickly presented with offers in modeling and television work. This was the beginning of her journey into the world of fame and entertainment. She studied dentistry at a university in Colombia for three years before dropping out to pursue her career in modeling and acting, which eventually led her to relocate to Miami to avoid unrest in Colombia due to her older brother's kidnapping. Vergara's acting career took off when she starred in her first film, Big Trouble in 2002, and then in the comedic drama Chasing Papi. However, it was her role as Gloria Delgado-Pritchett on the hit sitcom Modern Family that skyrocketed her fame. From 2009 to 2020, she received critical acclaim for her performance, earning multiple nominations for Primetime Emmy, Golden Globe, and Screen Actors Guild Awards. Her vivacious character and authentic representation of a Latino family in America resonated with audiences worldwide, making her a household name. Beyond acting, Vergara is also recognized for her entrepreneurial spirit. She co-founded Latin World Entertainment, a talent management and entertainment marketing firm. As a cancer survivor, she's used her platform to raise awareness about early detection, preventive care, and medical treatment. Vergara has also launched successful clothing and perfume lines, demonstrating her versatile talent as a businesswoman. Her journey from a beachside discovery in Colombia to becoming one of the most influential Latina women in Hollywood embodies her resilience and determination.
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  • Jessica Simpson
    Born on July 10, 1980, in Abilene, Texas, Jessica Simpson rose to fame as a pop singer, but her talents and pursuits stretch far beyond music. As a child, she sang in the local church choir, giving an early indication of the vocal prowess that would later define her career. Her breakthrough came in 1999 when she released her debut album, Sweet Kisses, which achieved double platinum status and set the stage for a successful music career. However, Simpson's influence is not confined to the music industry. She ventured into reality television in 2003 with the MTV show, Newlyweds: Nick and Jessica, where she starred alongside her then-husband, Nick Lachey. The show was a hit, running for three seasons and introducing Simpson to a new audience. Despite its success, Simpson did not limit herself to reality TV. She showcased her acting chops in several films, including The Dukes of Hazzard and Employee of the Month. Simpson also made her mark in the business world with the launch of the Jessica Simpson Collection in 2005. This fashion line, which includes clothing, footwear, and accessories, proved to be a successful venture, becoming a billion-dollar business and solidifying Simpson's status as a savvy entrepreneur. Despite the ups and downs that come with life in the public eye, Jessica Simpson has consistently demonstrated resilience, versatility, and an unwavering commitment to her craft. With her diverse talents, she has managed to carve out a unique space for herself in the world of entertainment and business.
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  • Adrian Grenier
    Adrian Grenier, a multitalented American artist, was born on July 10, 1976, in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Known for his versatility, Grenier has made significant strides in the entertainment industry as an actor, producer, director, and musician. The son of Karesse Grenier and John Dunbar, he was primarily raised by his mother in New York City, where he cultivated his passion for performing arts. Grenier's breakout role came in 1999 when he starred in the independent film The Adventures of Sebastian Cole. However, it was his portrayal of Vincent Chase in the HBO series Entourage from 2004 to 2011 that catapulted him to international fame. His performance earned him critical acclaim and solidified his position in Hollywood. Apart from acting, Grenier showcased his talent behind the camera, directing the documentary Shot in the Dark, which chronicled his personal quest to reconnect with his estranged father. An ardent advocate for environmental causes, Grenier co-founded the Lonely Whale Foundation, aimed at raising awareness about ocean health. He also launched Reckless Productions, a platform producing socially-minded content.
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  • Chiwetel Ejiofor
    Chiwetel Ejiofor, an acclaimed British actor, has left an indelible impression on global cinema with his compelling performances. Born in 1977 in London to Nigerian parents, Ejiofor's journey into the world of acting began at a young age. He attended the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art but left after a year to star in Steven Spielberg's Amistad, a debut that set the stage for a distinguished career. Ejiofor brought several memorable characters to life through his acting prowess, demonstrating an exceptional versatility in his craft. He played an array of roles across theater, film, and television, making him a familiar face on multiple platforms. His performance as Solomon Northup in 12 Years a Slave won him widespread acclaim, earning him an Academy Award nomination and a BAFTA Best Actor award. It was this role that affirmed his standing as one of the finest actors of his generation. In addition to his work in front of the camera, Ejiofor made his directorial debut with The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind, a film he adapted from the book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer. The film was selected to be screened in the Premier category at the Sundance Film Festival, highlighting Ejiofor's multifaceted talent.
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  • Arthur Ashe
    Arthur Robert Ashe Jr. (July 10, 1943 – February 6, 1993) was an American professional tennis player who won three Grand Slam titles. Ashe was the first black player selected to the United States Davis Cup team and the only black man ever to win the singles title at Wimbledon, the US Open, and the Australian Open. He retired in 1980. He was ranked World No. 1 by Harry Hopman in 1968 and by Lance Tingay of The Daily Telegraph and World Tennis Magazine in 1975. In the ATP computer rankings, he peaked at No. 2 in May 1976.In the early 1980s, Ashe is believed to have contracted HIV from a blood transfusion he received during heart bypass surgery. Ashe publicly announced his illness in April 1992 and began working to educate others about HIV and AIDS. He founded the Arthur Ashe Foundation for the Defeat of AIDS and the Arthur Ashe Institute for Urban Health before his death from AIDS-related pneumonia at age 49 on February 6, 1993. On June 20, 1993, Ashe was posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by the United States President Bill Clinton.
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  • Ronnie James Dio
    Ronald James Padavona (July 10, 1942 – May 16, 2010) known professionally as Ronnie James Dio or simply Dio, was an American heavy metal singer-songwriter and composer. He fronted or founded numerous groups throughout his career, including Elf, Rainbow, Black Sabbath, Dio, and Heaven & Hell. Dio was born in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, where his family resided for his father's service in the U.S. Army during World War II; they soon relocated to Cortland, New York. His music career began there in 1957 as part of the Vegas Kings (later Ronnie and the Rumblers). In 1967, he formed the rock band Elf, which became a regular opening act for Deep Purple. In 1975, Deep Purple guitarist Ritchie Blackmore founded the band Rainbow along with Dio, where he began a successful career releasing albums like Rising (1976) and Long Live Rock N' Roll (1978). In 1979, Dio joined Black Sabbath as lead singer. He appeared in two studio albums of the band which met with success: Heaven & Hell (1980) and Mob Rules (1981) and Dehumanizer (1992). In 1982 he left the band to pursue a solo career, having two albums certified platinum by RIAA. In 2006 he founded the band Heaven & Hell with ex-bandmate Tony Iommi. Dio was diagnosed with stomach cancer in 2009, from which he died the following year. Dio is regarded as one of the greatest and most influential heavy metal artists of all time. He is known for introducing and popularizing the "Metal Horns" hand gesture in metal culture and his medieval-themed song lyrics. According to a version provided by the singer himself, the act derives directly from the classic Italian apotropaic gesture, which his grandmother usually did. Dio had a powerful, versatile vocal range and was capable of singing both hard rock and lighter ballads. He was awarded the "Metal Guru Award" by Classic Rock Magazine in 2006. He was also named the "Best Metal singer" at the Revolver Golden Gods Awards in 2010 and ranked as the genre's best vocalist in 2013 by music journalist Sacha Jenkins.
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  • Perrie Edwards
    Perrie Edwards is a singer.
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  • Nikola Tesla
    Nikola Tesla was a Serbian American inventor, electrical engineer, mechanical engineer, physicist, and futurist best known for his contributions to the design of the modern alternating current electricity supply system. Tesla gained experience in telephony and electrical engineering before immigrating to the United States in 1884 to work for Thomas Edison in New York City. He soon struck out on his own with financial backers, setting up laboratories and companies to develop a range of electrical devices. His patented AC induction motor and transformer were licensed by George Westinghouse, who also hired Tesla for a short time as a consultant.
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  • Antonio Brown
    Antonio Tavaris Brown Sr. (born July 10, 1988) is an American football wide receiver for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Raised in Liberty City, Miami, Brown attended Miami Norland High School, where he competed in both football and track. He played college football at Central Michigan University, where he earned All-American honors in 2008 and 2009 as a punt returner. A sixth-round pick by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2010, Brown has amassed more receptions than any other player since he entered the league. He is a four-time First-team All-Pro (2014–2017), a Second-team All-Pro (2013), and a seven-time Pro Bowler (2011, 2013–2018). After spending most of 2019 and beginning of 2020 as a free agent, Brown signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for the 2020 season, reuniting him with quarterback Tom Brady, and winning Super Bowl LV.
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  • Fred Gwynne
    Frederick Hubbard Gwynne (July 10, 1926 – July 2, 1993) was an American actor, artist and author. Gwynne was best known for his roles in the 1960s sitcoms Car 54, Where Are You? and as Herman Munster in The Munsters, as well as his later roles in The Cotton Club, Pet Sematary and My Cousin Vinny.
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  • Jake LaMotta
    Giacobbe "Jake" LaMotta (July 10, 1922 – September 19, 2017) was an American professional boxer, world middleweight champion, and stand-up comedian. Nicknamed "The Bronx Bull" or "Raging Bull", LaMotta was a rough fighter who was not a particularly big puncher, but he would subject his opponents to vicious beatings in the ring. With use of constant stalking, brawling and inside fighting, he developed the reputation for being a 'bully'; he was what is often referred to today as a swarmer and a slugger. Due to his hard style of fighting, LaMotta often got as much as he was giving in an era of great middleweights. With a thick skull and jaw muscles, LaMotta was able to absorb incredible amounts of punishment over the course of his career, and is thought to have one of the greatest chins in boxing history. LaMotta's six-fight rivalry with Sugar Ray Robinson was one of the most notable in the sport, but LaMotta won only one of the bouts. Although each fight was close, LaMotta dropped Robinson to the canvas multiple times. LaMotta, who lived a turbulent life in and out of the ring, was portrayed by Robert De Niro in the 1980 film Raging Bull. He was managed by his brother Joey LaMotta.
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  • Kim Heechul
    Kim Heechul, a multitalented figure from South Korea, is primarily recognized for his significant contribution to the world of entertainment. Born on July 10, 1983, in Hoengseong, Gangwon, South Korea, Heechul's early interests bloomed into a flourishing career that spans music, television, and film. Heechul made his debut in the entertainment industry as a member of the popular boy band Super Junior, launched by SM Entertainment in 2005. His versatility was showcased as he took on various roles within the group, such as lead vocalist, rapper, and visual. However, it wasn't just his musical prowess that caught people's attention; Heechul also became known for his exuberant personality and quick wit, traits that helped him transition successfully into television. He has been part of numerous TV shows, including variety programs like Running Man, Knowing Bros, and Weekly Idol, as well as dramas like Bad Family and Golden Bride. In addition to his music and television career, Heechul also made his mark in the cinematic world. He debuted as an actor in the 2005 drama Sharp 2, followed by his big-screen debut in the 2007 film Attack on the Pin-Up Boys. His ability to seamlessly adapt to various forms of entertainment has solidified his position as a prominent figure in the South Korean entertainment landscape.
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  • Gong Yoo
    Gong Ji-cheol (born July 10, 1979), better known by his stage name Gong Yoo, is a South Korean actor. He is best known for his roles in the television dramas Coffee Prince (2007), Guardian: The Lonely and Great God (2016–2017), The Silent Sea (2021), and Squid Game (2021), and the films Silenced (2011), Train to Busan (2016) and The Age of Shadows (2016).
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  • Marcel Proust
    Valentin Louis Georges Eugène Marcel Proust (; French: [maʁsɛl pʁust]; 10 July 1871 – 18 November 1922), known as Marcel Proust, was a French novelist, critic, and essayist best known for his monumental novel À la recherche du temps perdu (In Search of Lost Time; earlier rendered as Remembrance of Things Past), published in seven parts between 1913 and 1927. He is considered by critics and writers to be one of the most influential authors of the 20th century.
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  • Angel Haze
    Raeen Roes Wilson, better known by their stage name Angel Haze, is an American rapper and singer, born in Detroit, Michigan, who grew up in the Greater Apostolic Faith. In 2012, Haze released their EP Reservation for free online, they later signed a record deal with Universal Republic Records later moving to Republic Records. On December 31, 2013, Haze released their debut album Dirty Gold which featured the singles "Echelon" and "Battle Cry".
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  • Alexandra Hedison
    Alexandra Hedison (born July 10, 1969) is an American photographer, director, and actress.
  • Fiona Shaw

    Fiona Shaw

    Fiona Shaw (born Fiona Mary Wilson; 10 July 1958) is an Irish actress and theatre and opera director. She is known for her role as Petunia Dursley in the Harry Potter film series (2001–10), as Marnie Stonebrook on season four of the HBO series True Blood (2011), and as Carolyn Martens on the BBC America series Killing Eve (2018–present), for which she won the 2019 BAFTA TV Award for Best Supporting Actress.Shaw has worked extensively with the Royal Shakespeare Company and the National Theatre. She won the 1990 Olivier Award for Best Actress for various roles, including Electra, the 1994 Olivier Award for Best Actress for Machinal, and the 1997 Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Solo Performance for The Waste Land. Her other stage work includes playing the title role in Medea in the West End and on Broadway (2001–02). She was awarded an Honorary CBE in 2001.
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  • Andre Dawson
    Andre Nolan Dawson (born July 10, 1954), nicknamed "The Hawk" and "Awesome Dawson", is an American former professional baseball player and inductee into the Baseball Hall of Fame. During a 21-year baseball career, he played for four different teams as a center and right fielder, spending most of his career with the Montreal Expos (1976–1986) and Chicago Cubs (1987–1992). An 8-time National League (NL) All-Star, he was named the league's Rookie of the Year in 1977 after batting .282 with 19 home runs and 65 runs batted in (RBI), and won the Most Valuable Player Award in 1987 after leading the league with 49 homers and 137 RBI; he had been runner-up for the award in both 1981 and 1983. He batted .300 five times, drove in 100 runs four times and had 13 seasons of 20 home runs. A strong baserunner early in his career, he also stole 30 bases three times. He is one of eight MLB players with at least 300 home runs and 300 stolen bases during his career. Dawson was a center fielder until knee problems – worsened by the artificial surface at Olympic Stadium – forced his shift to right field, followed by his move to a team which played on grass. He led the NL in outfield putouts three consecutive years (1981–1983), and won eight Gold Glove Awards for fielding excellence. Dawson was known for his incredible work ethic and study of the game. He was often seen in the dugout with a clipboard in-hand documenting pitches and pitcher tendencies. This was long before such practices were common-place and such information was readily available. Upon his retirement, his NL totals of 409 home runs and 962 extra base hits both ranked tenth in league history; he also ranked seventh in NL history in games as an outfielder (2,303), and sixth in both outfield putouts (5,116) and total chances (5,366). He set Expos franchise records for career games, at bats, runs scored, hits, doubles, triples, home runs, runs batted in, extra base hits, total bases and steals, all of which have since been broken variously by Tim Raines, Tim Wallach and Vladimir Guerrero. Dawson was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame on July 25, 2010.
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  • Arlo Guthrie

    Arlo Guthrie

    Arlo Davy Guthrie (born July 10, 1947) is an American folk singer-songwriter. Like his father, Woody Guthrie, he is known for singing songs of protest against social injustice, and storytelling while performing songs. Guthrie's best-known work is his debut piece, "Alice's Restaurant Massacree", a satirical talking blues song about 18 minutes in length that has since become a Thanksgiving anthem. His only top-40 hit was a cover of Steve Goodman's "City of New Orleans". His song "Massachusetts" was named the official folk song of the state in which he has lived most of his adult life. Guthrie has also made several acting appearances. He is the father of four children, who have also had careers as musicians.
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  • Ariel Castro
    Ariel Castro has been charged with kidnapping and rape for allegedly abducting Amanda Berry, Georgina DeJesus, and Michelle Knight.
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  • Jerry Herman
    Jerry Herman (born July 10, 1931) is an American composer and lyricist, known for his work in Broadway musical theater. He composed the scores for the hit Broadway musicals Hello, Dolly!, Mame, and La Cage aux Folles. He has been nominated for the Tony Award five times, and won twice, for Hello, Dolly! and La Cage aux Folles. In 2009, Herman received the Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre. He is a recipient of the 2010 Kennedy Center Honors.
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  • Eunice Kennedy Shriver
    Eunice Mary Kennedy Shriver, DSG (July 10, 1921 – August 11, 2009) was an American philanthropist and a member of the Kennedy family. Shriver is known as the founder of the Special Olympics, a sports organization for persons with physical and intellectual disabilities. For her efforts on behalf of the disabled, Shriver was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1984. Shriver was a sister of U.S. President John F. Kennedy, U.S. Senators Robert F. Kennedy and Ted Kennedy, and U.S. Ambassador to Ireland Jean Kennedy Smith. She was the wife of Sargent Shriver, who was the United States Ambassador to France and was the Democratic nominee for Vice President of the United States in 1972.
  • Jeff Bergman
    Jeffrey Allen Bergman (born July 10, 1960) is an American voice actor, comedian and impressionist. He has provided the modern-day voices of various classic cartoon characters, most notably with Looney Tunes and Hanna-Barbera characters. Bergman was the first to replace Mel Blanc as the voice of Bugs Bunny and several other Warner Bros. cartoon characters following Blanc's death in 1989. Bergman alternated with Joe Alaskey and Greg Burson in voicing several of Blanc's characters for various Warner Bros. productions.
  • Trent Richardson
    Trenton Jamond Richardson (born July 10, 1990) is an American football running back who last played for the Birmingham Iron of the Alliance of American Football (AAF) where he led the league with 12 rushing touchdowns. He played college football for the University of Alabama, was recognized as an All-American, and was a member of two BCS National Championship teams. Considered the top running back prospect for the 2012 NFL Draft, Richardson was considered by some as the best running back prospect since Adrian Peterson, and was selected third overall by the Cleveland Browns. After being traded away from the Browns during his second season with the team, and out of the NFL after five seasons, he is sometimes considered one of the biggest draft busts in league history.
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  • Sophie Clarke
    Sophie Clarke is a former reality TV personality known for being the winner of Survivor: South Pacific.
  • Alec Mapa
    Alejandro "Alec" Mapa (; born July 10, 1965) is an American actor, comedian and writer. He got his first professional break when he was cast to replace B. D. Wong for the role of Song Liling in the Broadway production of M. Butterfly. He gained recognition for roles such as Adam Benet on Half & Half, Suzuki St. Pierre on Ugly Betty and Vern on Desperate Housewives. Mapa recurred as Renzo on Switched at Birth. Mapa co-hosted the Logo network reality dating game show Transamerican Love Story with Calpernia Addams in 2008. In 2013, he debuted in his own one-man show, Alec Mapa: Baby Daddy, which was made into a concert film and premiered on Showtime in 2015.
  • Golshifteh Farahani
    Golshifteh Farahani (Persian: گلشیفته فراهانی‎, born 10 July 1983 in Tehran) is an Iranian actress and singer. She has appeared in 35 films, many of which have received international recognition. She was nominated for the Most Promising Actress Award for The Patience Stone at the 2014 Cesar Awards in France, and won the Best Actress Award for Boutique from the 26th Nantes Three Continents Festival (France). In recent years she has had prominent roles in movies by well-known Iranian and international directors, including Asghar Farhadi, Bahman Ghobadi, Rasool Mollagholipoor, Jim Jarmusch, Ridley Scott, Joachim Rønning and Espen Sandberg. She starred in the drama About Elly, which won Best Picture at the 2009 Tribeca Film Festival and a Silver Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival. Due to the questions the film raised about Iranian society, she has not worked in Iran since. She currently resides in France.
  • Nataliya Gotsiy
    Nataliya Gotsiy (Ukrainian: Наталія Гоцій; born 10 July 1985) is a Ukrainian fashion model and television personality. She was the winner of the Ford Supermodel of the World 2004 search.
  • John Calvin
    John Calvin (;French: Jean Calvin [ʒɑ̃ kalvɛ̃]; born Jehan Cauvin; 10 July 1509 – 27 May 1564) was a French theologian, pastor and reformer in Geneva during the Protestant Reformation. He was a principal figure in the development of the system of Christian theology later called Calvinism, aspects of which include the doctrines of predestination and of the absolute sovereignty of God in salvation of the human soul from death and eternal damnation, in which doctrines Calvin was influenced by and elaborated upon the Augustinian and other Christian traditions. Various Congregational, Reformed and Presbyterian churches, which look to Calvin as the chief expositor of their beliefs, have spread throughout the world. Calvin was a tireless polemic and apologetic writer who generated much controversy. He also exchanged cordial and supportive letters with many reformers, including Philipp Melanchthon and Heinrich Bullinger. In addition to his seminal Institutes of the Christian Religion, Calvin wrote commentaries on most books of the Bible, confessional documents, and various other theological treatises. Calvin was originally trained as a humanist lawyer. He broke from the Roman Catholic Church around 1530. After religious tensions erupted in widespread deadly violence against Protestant Christians in France, Calvin fled to Basel, Switzerland, where in 1536 he published the first edition of the Institutes. In that same year, Calvin was recruited by Frenchman William Farel to join the Reformation in Geneva, where he regularly preached sermons throughout the week; but the governing council of the city resisted the implementation of their ideas, and both men were expelled. At the invitation of Martin Bucer, Calvin proceeded to Strasbourg, where he became the minister of a church of French refugees. He continued to support the reform movement in Geneva, and in 1541 he was invited back to lead the church of the city. Following his return, Calvin introduced new forms of church government and liturgy, despite opposition from several powerful families in the city who tried to curb his authority. During this period, Michael Servetus, a Spaniard regarded by both Roman Catholics and Protestants as having a heretical view of the Trinity, arrived in Geneva. He was denounced by Calvin and burned at the stake for heresy by the city council. Following an influx of supportive refugees and new elections to the city council, Calvin's opponents were forced out. Calvin spent his final years promoting the Reformation both in Geneva and throughout Europe.
  • Donato Bilancia
    Donato "Walter" Bilancia, (born July 10, 1951) is an Italian serial killer who murdered 17 people – nine women and eight men – on the Italian Riviera in the period from October 1997 to May 1998.Bilancia's particularly confusional and asymmetrical modus operandi, made him difficult to identify and capture. There were no apparent direct links between majority of murders, he chose most of his victims by random and killed them using a .38 Special revolver, proving to be a real scourge in a vast area of Northern Italy and becoming synonym of terror and fear among the Italian Riviera population, being nicknamed as Mostro della Liguria ("The Liguria Monster") and L'assassino dei treni ("Killer on the trains"). However, the survival of a witness in combination with some negligence by the killer along the way, allowed a turning point in the investigation. Initially attributed with only nine homicides, by the Italian police, Bilancia himself then revealed to have killed other people, raising the number of accredited murders to 17. With a sentence to 13 terms of life imprisonment, and no possibility of release, Bilancia has been defined by some Italian newspapers as "the most horrifying serial killer in the history of Italy".