Italian inventor of the espresso machine
Italian inventor of the espresso machine
Italian inventor credited with patenting one of the first espresso machines in 1884.
Angelo Moriondo was born in Turin, Italy, in 1851. He filed a patent in 1884 for a device that brewed coffee by forcing steam through ground beans, an early form of the espresso machine. Moriondo showcased his invention at the 1884 General Exposition in Turin, demonstrating its rapid brewing capability. Although he did not commercialize the design widely, his innovation influenced later developers of modern espresso machines. His work represents a key milestone in coffee brewing technology. Moriondo passed away in 1914, but his pioneering design paved the way for espresso culture worldwide.
1851
Angelo Moriondo
Canadian broadcaster
Canadian broadcaster
Canadian broadcaster and media executive known for shaping French-language television and radio in Canada.
Jean Pouliot (1923–2004) was a pioneering Canadian broadcaster and media executive.
He began his career in radio before launching French-language television services.
Pouliot played a central role in developing new stations and networks, expanding broadcast options for Quebec audiences.
Under his leadership, his companies grew into influential media groups that shaped Canadian television and radio landscapes.
His contributions helped modernize broadcasting standards and inspire future media entrepreneurs.
Jean Pouliot
English-Australian cricketer, coach and journalist
English-Australian cricketer
coach and journalist
Frank Tyson was an English-Australian cricketer, coach, and journalist.
Frank Tyson was born on June 6, 1930 in Farnworth, Lancashire, England.
He was known as 'Typhoon Tyson' for his extreme fast bowling in the 1950s.
He took 76 wickets in 17 Test matches for England.
After retiring as a player he coached the Australian cricket team.
He served as a cricket journalist and authored several books on the sport.
He was praised for his analytical insights and contributions to cricket literature.
He passed away in 2015, remembered as one of the fastest bowlers of his era.
1930
Frank Tyson
American convicted rapist and triple murderer
American convicted rapist and triple murderer
American criminal convicted of rape and triple homicide, executed in 1996.
Keith Daniel Williams was an American individual convicted of multiple felonies, including rape and the murder of three victims.
His crimes shocked local communities and led to a highly publicized trial.
Sentenced to death, he remained on death row until his execution in 1996.
His case highlighted issues surrounding capital punishment and criminal justice in the United States.
Williams’s actions continue to be cited in discussions on violent crime and legal ethics.
Keith Daniel Williams
American director, producer and screenwriter; co-developer of The Simpsons
American director
producer and screenwriter; co-developer of The Simpsons
American television producer, director, and screenwriter; co-developer of The Simpsons.
Sam Simon was an American television producer, director, and screenwriter best known for co-developing "The Simpsons".
He played a pivotal role in shaping the show’s early seasons, contributing to its satirical style and character development.
Simon also produced and wrote for other television programs, earning critical acclaim for his work.
Beyond television, he was a passionate philanthropist, supporting animal welfare and human rights causes.
His creative vision helped establish one of the most influential animated series in television history.
Simon passed away in 2015, but his impact on animation and comedy remains significant.
1955
Sam Simon
The Simpsons
American television journalist and NBC News anchor
American television journalist and NBC News anchor
Natalie Morales is an American journalist and television host known for her work on NBC's "Today" show and news magazines.
Natalie Morales was born in Taipei, Taiwan, in 1972 and raised in Florida.
She graduated from Rutgers University with a degree in economics before starting her journalism career.
Morales joined NBC News in 2000 and served as a correspondent for "Dateline NBC" and "The Today Show".
She became a co-anchor of the weekend "Today" and contributed to "NBC Nightly News".
Known for her engaging interviews and on-the-ground reporting, she has covered major events worldwide.
Morales continues to shape morning television and news reporting with her dynamic presence.
1972
Natalie Morales
NBC News