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Today in HistoryApril 12
12 notable people were born on this day. Including Otto Meyerhof, Lisa Gerrard, Hiroki Sakai and more.
Otto Meyerhof
1884 – 1951
Nobel laureate: Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine (1922)

Frankétienne
1936 – 2025
Haitian polymath considered the father of Haitian literature in Creole, best known for creating the theatrical form 'spiralism' and writing over 40 works including novels, plays, and poetry.

Lisa Gerrard
1961 – Present
Ethereal vocalist and composer best known for her work with Dead Can Dance and film scores including Gladiator, for which she won a Golden Globe.

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