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1) Tom Brady
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Tom Brady is the star quarterback for the New England Patriots. He's led his team to more division titles than any other quarterback in NFL history. Learn how he became a sports megastar, how he stays fit, and more.
2) Lindsey Vonn
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Lindsey Vonn is one of the most successful skiers of all time. She's won seventy World Cups and holds records for the most victories in both downhill and super-G skiing. Learn about this tough-as-nails athlete and her fascinating life.
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On June 2, 2014, more than 1,200 fans wildly cheered the arrival of author John Green at the premiere of The Fault in Our Stars-the blockbuster movie based on his young adult novel of the same name. While he did not write the screenplay or have a starring role in the movie, John commanded just as much star power as the film's talented actors. The Fault in Our Stars book-John's fifth novel-sold more than 7 million copies, and John landed a coveted...
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Some of the most important roles in American life have been filled by people born outside the United States. Immigrants have served in the military since the Civil War. Some immigrants have made fortunes and given them away-to create libraries, fund after-school programs, and protect citizens' civil rights. Still others have held political office or served our nation as ambassadors or-literally-rocket scientists. Here are 25 immigrants who have served...
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Former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick drew positive and negative attention for kneeling during the national anthem to protest police violence against minorities in 2016. Two years later, he made headlines again when he became a spokesperson for Nike. Explore Kaepernick's football career and his work as an activist.
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Experimenting with style, genre, and society's expectations of him as an African-American performer, Prince Rogers Nelson defied labels. Follow Prince's journey to superstardom, and learn how this talented, prolific, and often-controversial musician touched the hearts of fans around the world.
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