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November 24, 1927

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Ahmadou Kourouma

1927Ahmadou Kourouma, Ivorian-French author and playwright (died 2003)[†]

Ahmadou Kourouma was an Ivorian novelist.

Alfredo Kraus

1927Alfredo Kraus, Spanish tenor (died 1999)[†]

Alfredo Kraus Trujillo was a distinguished Spanish tenor from the Canary Islands, particularly known for the artistry he brought to opera's bel canto roles. He was also considered an outstanding interpreter of the title role in Massenet's opera Werther, and especially of its famous aria "Pourquoi me réveiller?"

Emma Lou Diemer

1927Emma Lou Diemer, American composer (died 2024)[†]

Emma Lou Diemer was an American composer.

Kevin Skinner (rugby union)

1927Kevin Skinner, New Zealand rugby player (died 2014)[†]

Kevin Lawrence Skinner was a rugby union player from New Zealand who won 20 full caps for the All Blacks, two of them as captain. He was also a heavyweight boxer, winning the New Zealand championship in 1947.