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Nicknamed "The Hammer", who was the illegitimate son of Pippin II, born in present day Belgium on August 23rd in 686, and the victor of the Battle of Tours in 732?

Charles Martel. The Battle of Tours halted the invasion of the Moors into Europe and Charles Martel became the ruler of the Franks. He was the grandfather of Charlemagne. Question by pshelton.

Which of these celebrities was born on August 23rd?

Keith Moon. Keith Moon died in a tragic drowning accident when in a drug induced stupor. He swam to the bottom of the pool trying to get out. He was found feet up with his head stuck in the drainpipe. The rest of him wouldn't fit. Question by docturn.

Another famous person born on August 23rd was Australia's own Rick Springfield. "Jessie's Girl" was a #1 smash hit in 1981. What album was it released on?

Working Class Dog. "Working Class Dog" was released in 1981 & "Jessie's Girl" rocketed to #1 on the billboard charts. It is still a favorite on Aussie jukeboxes throughout pubs in Oz. Rick Springfield is an Aussie lad, born in Sydney in 1949. He enjoyed great chart success with follow up hits "Don't Talk To Strangers", "Love Somebody" and "Affair Of The Heart" His latest album, "Venus in Overdrive", has seemingly escaped a lot of out notice. It's ok Rick, sharing your birthday with our illustrious leader is enough fame for anyone, but for the die hard Springfield fans, you can still see him on "General Hospital" as dashing neurosurgeon "Dr. Noah Drake". Question by trumpygirl.

Gene Kelly won a Emmy for the film, "Jack in the Beanstalk", in what year?

1967. Gene Kelly who was born on the 23rd of August was best remembered for the film, "Singing in the Rain". He was born in 1912 and died on the 2nd of February in 1996. Question by johndoe99.

Which famous British athlete and strongman, born August 23, 1949, is also well known for his love of budgerigars?

Geoff Capes. Geoff Capes is the most capped British athlete of all time. In his career, he has won 2 gold, 2 silver and 1 bronze at European Championships and has appeared in 3 Olympics. His hobby is budgerigar breeding and he has bred several prize winning specimens. Question by Christinap.

Born on August 23, 1951, this former Queen of Jordan is now known as HM Queen Noor of Jordan to be distinguished from the present King's wife Rania, HM The Queen of Jordan. The name Noor means light. This former Queen of Jordan was born, raised, and educated in the USA. What was her name before she married the late King Hussein of Jordan?

Lisa Halaby. The maiden name of the former Queen of Jordan is Lisa Halaby. She was the daughter of a Syrian immigrant, Najeeb Halaby and his first wife, Doris Carlquist. He was a former CEO of Pan-American World Airways. Lisa Halaby converted to Islam and her name was changed to Arabic, Noor, before she married the King. Question by winston1.

Barbara Jean Morehead was born August 23, 1934. She had a magical career in television, and was better known as:

Barbara Eden. Barbara Eden was born in Tucson, Arizona and is best known for her starring role in the television series "I Dream of Jeannie". She has also appeared in 29 films including "Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea" in 1961. She performs an eye-popping dance number in the movie. Question by BagOfTwix.

Ron Blomberg, born August 23, 1948 in Atlanta, GA, of the NY Yankees was the first-ever DH (designated hitter) in major-league baseball.

true. He became the first-ever DH (designated hitter) in Major-League Baseball history when he walked against Luis Tiant of the Boston Red Sox. He was inducted into the Jewish Sports Hall of Fame in 2004. Question by knud77.

Which Cheers Actress was born on August 23rd?

Shelly Long. Shelly Long, who was born on August 23rd in 1949, is best remembered for her role as Diane Chambers on the television show, "Cheers". She was nominated for an Emmy three times for this role and won it in 1983. Her most recent film is "Honeymoon with Mom" which was released in 2006. Question by Ealbri1.

River Phoenix was born on August 23rd in 1970. He was best known for his role in the movie, "Stand By Me" but sadly his life was cut short when he died on October 31, 1993. How did he die?

drug overdose. River Phoenix died of an overdose of cocaine and heroin outside The Viper Room in Hollywood. He was nominated for an Academy Award and Golden Globe Award for his role in the 1988 movie, "Running on Empty" in which he played a teenager who was running from the law with his parents who had blown up a laboratory to protest the war that was going on at the time. Question by kitkat121080. This quiz is dedicated to mamasnuggs, leader of the Worldwide Wizards and one of the nicest people on this site. Have a very happy birthday and may all your wishes come true.