Short Biographies

Sting is a British musician, singer, songwriter, and actor who has had a successful and influential career spanning several decades. Born Gordon Matthew Thomas Sumner on October 2, 1951, in Wallsend, Newcastle upon Tyne, England, Sting grew up in a working-class family and attended St. Cuthbert's Grammar School, where he developed an interest in music. Sting first gained recognition as the lead singer and bassist of the band The Police, which became one of the most successful groups of the 1980s. The band's hits, such as "Roxanne," "Message in a Bottle," and "Every Breath You Take," helped to define the sound of the era and earned Sting international fame. After The Police disbanded, Sting pursued a successful solo career, releasing a number of critically acclaimed albums, such as "The Dream of the Blue Turtles" and "Brand New Day." Throughout his career, Sting has been known not only for his musical talent, but also for his com...

 American astronomer, cosmologist, author, and scientific communicator Neil deGrasse Tyson has been inspiring people all over the world with his enthusiasm for astronomy and space research. Tyson, who was born on October 5, 1958, in New York City, was raised in the Bronx and had an early fascination for stars. He continued to pursue his love of astronomy through his studies, receiving his PhD in astrophysics from Columbia University in 1991 and his Bachelor of Science in physics from Harvard University in 1980. Tyson studied the mysteries of the universe while working as a postdoctoral research associate at Princeton University after completing his studies. He began working as a staff scientist at the American Museum of Natural History's Hayden Planetarium in 1994, and in 1996 he was promoted to director. Tyson revitalized the planetarium in this capacity, making it a must-see site for anybody interested in the universe. Tyson is also well-known for his work as a science communicat...

Kobe Bryant was born on August 23, 1978 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He was the only son of former NBA player Joe Bryant and the youngest of three kids. Kobe developed a flair for basketball at a young age since he grew up in a family that loved the sport. In Pennsylvania, he attended Lower Merion High School, where he swiftly rose to become one of the best high school basketball players in the nation. Kobe made the decision to forego college and pursue the NBA draft after finishing high school. He was selected by the Charlotte Hornets in the 1996 draft, but was soon transferred to the Los Angeles Lakers. He played for the Lakers for the entirety of his 20-year career, becoming to be one of their most recognizable and adored players. Kobe was renowned for his extraordinary work ethic and his unwavering quest for excellence on the floor. He won the NBA title five times and was selected for the All-Star team 18 times. Kobe had to overcome a number of obstacles and tribulations during h...