Biographies

Duri Camichel Duri Camichel (1982–2015) was a Swiss professional ice hockey player who competed in Switzerland’s top domestic leagues and remained a remembered figure in the national hockey comm…

Durward Knowles — Bahamian Olympic Sailor and Centenarian Durward Knowles Sir Durward Knowles (1917–2018) was a Bahamian sailor who won Olympic medals in the Star class, became a national sporting figure, and lived to 100 while promoting sailing for deca…

Dušan Čkrebić — Serbian politician and former Prime Minister Dušan Čkrebić Dušan Čkrebić (1927–2022) was a Serbian communist politician who served as Prime Minister of Serbia from 5 May 1984 to 5 May 1986 and was a member of the League of Communists of Yu…

Dušan Švento — Slovak left‑flank footballer (midfielder / full‑back) Dušan Švento Dušan Švento, Slovak left‑sided footballer known for his left foot, crossing and versatility; club career with Slavia Prague and FC Red Bull Salzburg and appearances for the Slovak…

Duško Gojković: Serbian Jazz Trumpeter, Composer and Arranger Duško Gojković Duško Gojković (born 1931) is a Serbian jazz trumpeter, composer and arranger whose career spans from the 1950s; noted for bebop technique, big-band writing and blending Balkan and…

Duško Marković — Montenegrin politician and former prime minister Duško Marković Duško Marković is a Montenegrin politician who served as prime minister from 2016 to 2020. A senior figure in the Democratic Party of Socialists, his tenure included NATO accession…

Dustin Brown (ice hockey) Dustin Brown American ice hockey right wing and longtime Los Angeles Kings captain, two-time Stanley Cup champion (2012, 2014) and 2010 Olympic silver medalist; known as a physical power forwar…

Dustin Byfuglien — American NHL defenseman and Stanley Cup champion Dustin Byfuglien Biography of Dustin Byfuglien, an American professional ice hockey player known for size, versatility, and winning the 2010 Stanley Cup; career overview, style, and significance.

Dustin Hoffman Dustin Hoffman (born August 8, 1937) is an American actor whose versatile performances and memorable characters have shaped modern film. He won two Academy Awards and remains widel…

Dustin Pedroia — American baseball second baseman Dustin Pedroia Dustin Pedroia, born in Woodland, California, is a former Major League second baseman best known for his time with the Boston Red Sox, winning Rookie of the Year (2007) and AL MVP…

Dusty Hill (Joseph Michael Hill) — ZZ Top bassist and singer Dusty Hill American bassist and singer Joseph "Dusty" Hill (1949–2021), longtime member of ZZ Top, known for his deep vocals, blues-influenced basslines, iconic stage image and appearances in…

Dusty Rhodes (Virgil Runnels) — “The American Dream”, American professional wrestler Dusty Rhodes Biography of Dusty Rhodes (Virgil Runnels Jr.), known as “The American Dream”: career, persona and signature moves, influence on wrestling, family, honors, and his death in 2015.

Dusty Springfield: life, music and lasting influence Dusty Springfield An overview of Dusty Springfield (1939–1999): her career, signature recordings including Dusty in Memphis, musical style, honours, and legacy as a 1960s pop and soul icon.

Dwayne Alons: Iowa state representative and Air National Guard leader Dwayne Alons Overview of Dwayne Arlan Alons (1946–2014), Iowa Republican, long-serving state representative for the 4th District and brigadier general in the Iowa Air National Guard.

Dwayne Bravo — Trinidadian all-rounder and T20 specialist Dwayne Bravo Dwayne Bravo is a Trinidadian cricketer known for aggressive middle-order hitting, death-overs bowling variations, franchise success in T20 leagues and contributions to West Indies…

Dwayne Johnson (The Rock): Actor, Former Wrestler, and Entrepreneur Dwayne Johnson Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson (born 1972) is an American actor, producer and former professional wrestler known for WWE stardom and leading roles in major film franchises and family en…

Dwight Ball: Political career and premiership of Newfoundland and Labrador Dwight Ball Overview of Dwight Ball, Canadian politician who served as the 13th Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador (2015–2020), his political career, major challenges during his term, and hi…

Dwight Clark: NFL receiver known for 'The Catch' and later team executive Dwight Clark Biography of Dwight Clark (1957–2018), the San Francisco 49ers wide receiver celebrated for 'The Catch', his playing career, executive roles, ALS diagnosis, and legacy.

Dwight Gustafson — American Composer, Conductor, and Music Educator Dwight Gustafson Dwight Gustafson (1930–2014) was an American composer and conductor who led the School of Fine Arts at Bob Jones University and shaped generations of church and university musician…

Dwight Hicks — American football safety and actor Dwight Hicks Biography of Dwight Hicks, former NFL safety best known for his role with the San Francisco 49ers, his 1981 interceptions season and later acting work in film and television.

Dwight Howard: profile of a dominant NBA center Dwight Howard Overview of Dwight Howard, an American professional basketball center known for elite rebounding and defense, his career beginning as the 2004 No. 1 draft pick, major achievements…

Dwight Schrute — fictional salesman and eccentric office manager Dwight Schrute Profile of Dwight Schrute, a central character on The Office: his role at Dunder Mifflin, personality traits, background, major story arcs, relationships, and cultural impact.

Dwight Schultz: actor best known for The A‑Team and Star Trek Dwight Schultz Profile of Dwight Schultz, an American character actor notable for Captain 'Howling Mad' Murdock on The A‑Team, Reginald Barclay in Star Trek, and diverse stage, film and voice rol…

Dwight Yorke Trinidadian former professional footballer, striker and international captain known for his time at Aston Villa and Manchester United, joint Premier League Golden Boot winner and m…

Dwijen Sharma: Bangladeshi naturalist, science writer and educator Dwijen Sharma Dwijen Sharma (1929–2017), a Bangladeshi naturalist and science writer, promoted nature education and Bengali nature literature; awarded the Bangla Academy Award (1987) and Ekushey…

Dwyane Wade — American basketball player and NBA champion Dwyane Wade Overview of Dwyane Wade: his early life, college and NBA career, playing style, achievements, off-court work and legacy as one of the premier shooting guards in NBA history.

Dyan Cannon American actress, filmmaker and writer Dyan Cannon (born Samille Diane Friesen, 1937) is known for film and television work and earned an Academy Award nomination for Bob & Carol &…

Dyanne Thorne American actress, singer and stage performer best known for Las Vegas stage work and as the lead in the 1970s Ilsa film series; remembered for a cult cinema legacy and nightclub ca…

Dylan and Cole Sprouse — twin actors, creators, and public figures Dylan and Cole Sprouse Overview of Dylan and Cole Sprouse: identical twin actors who rose to fame as child stars, led Disney Channel sitcoms, built a youth franchise, pursued higher education and creativ…

Dylan Baker: American character actor in film, television and theater Dylan Baker Profile of Dylan Baker (born 1959), an American character actor known for supporting roles across film, television and stage, with background, notable performances, and his acting…

Dylan McDermott American film and television actor known for The Practice and American Horror Story; award-winning performer with a career spanning stage, film and television since the late 1980s.

Dylan Moran Irish comedian, writer and actor best known for co-creating Black Books; noted for acerbic stand-up, film roles and two BAFTA television awards.

Dylan O'Brien: actor best known for Teen Wolf and The Maze Runner Dylan O'Brien American actor Dylan O’Brien rose from online video clips to television fame as Stiles in Teen Wolf and movie stardom in The Maze Runner films; known for dynamic performances and a…

Dylan Sprouse: actor, entrepreneur, and former child star Dylan Sprouse American actor and entrepreneur Dylan Sprouse (born 1992), twin brother of Cole Sprouse; known for playing Zack Martin on The Suite Life series and for co‑founding the All‑Wise Mea…

Dylan Thomas Welsh poet and broadcaster known for lyrical verse, vivid imagery and electrifying recitations; author of 'Do not go gentle...', 'A Child's Christmas in Wales' and the radio drama…

Dylan Tombides Australian footballer Dylan Tombides (1994–2014), a West Ham United striker and youth international for Australia, remembered for his playing promise and for raising awareness of t…

Dylann Roof: perpetrator of the 2015 Charleston church attack Dylann Roof Profile of Dylann Roof, who carried out the 2015 Charleston church massacre. Covers background, the attack, criminal proceedings, sentences, and the broader social and legal impact…

Dynamite Kid (Thomas Billington) — influential British professional wrestler Dynamite Kid Thomas 'Dynamite Kid' Billington (1958–2018), a British wrestler famed for high‑impact, technical work in Stampede, WWF and Japanese promotions and for the tag team The British Bul…

Dzsenifer Marozsán Dzsenifer Marozsán (born 1992) is a German football midfielder known for creative playmaking. She has played for 1. FFC Frankfurt and Olympique Lyonnais and represented Germany at…

Đặng Thị Ngọc Thịnh Vietnamese politician; Vice President of Vietnam 2016–2021 and acting President from 21 Sep to 23 Oct 2018 after Trần Đại Quang's death.

Đỗ Mười (1917–2018) Đỗ Mười Vietnamese communist leader who served as General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam from 1991 to 1997 and played a role in the party's post-Cold War transition.

Đồng Sĩ Nguyên (1923–2019) Đồng Sĩ Nguyên Vietnamese military leader and politician; lieutenant-general in the North Vietnamese Army and Deputy Prime Minister (1982–1991). Born in Quảng Bình, later interviewed for The Viet…

e-dubble (Evan Sewell Wallace) — American independent rapper and Freestyle Friday creator e-dubble Evan Sewell Wallace (e-dubble) was an independent American rapper best known for his Freestyle Friday series (2010–2012). Founder of Black Paisley Records and member of Young Engli…

E. Ahamed — Indian politician, IUML leader and Union minister E. Ahamed Profile of E. Ahamed (1938–2017), long-serving leader of the Indian Union Muslim League, Malappuram MP and Minister of State for External Affairs (2004–2014).

E. E. Evans-Pritchard British social anthropologist (1902–1973) known for ethnographic fieldwork among the Azande and the Nuer, his studies of witchcraft and oracles, and his role promoting cultural rel…

E. L. Konigsburg (Elaine Lobl Konigsburg) E. L. Konigsburg American author of children's and young-adult fiction, celebrated for From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler and for winning two Newbery Medals; known for thoughtful,…

E. R. Braithwaite: Guyanese Novelist, Educator, and Social Commentator E. R. Braithwaite Biography and overview of Edward R. Braithwaite, the Guyanese-born author of To Sir, With Love, his themes, career as a teacher and diplomat, and his literary legacy.

Eadweard Muybridge: Pioneer of Motion Photography and Early Cinematic Projection Eadweard Muybridge English photographer Eadweard Muybridge (1830–1904) advanced high-speed sequential photography and the zoopraxiscope, documenting human and animal locomotion and shaping early film…