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American alternative rock band Sister Hazel was formed in Gainesville, Florida in 1993. The band, which was named after a local missionary who ran a homeless shelter, is known for their hit song "All of You." The song peaked at No. 11 on the Billboard Hot 100.
American artist Haddon Sundblom was born on June 22, 1899. He is best known for the images of Santa Claus he created for The Coca-Cola Company.
Sundblom, who was born in Muskegon, Michigan, moved to Chicago, and studied at the American Academy of Art. In his early twenties, he decided on a career in illustration and partnered with friends to launch an advertising agency.
In the 1930s, he worked the The Coca-Cola Company's Santa Claus advertisements. He is credited for creating the modern image of Santa Claus.
Aside from being credited for creating the modern image of Santa Claus, Sunblom is also recognized for his many pin-ups and glamour pieces. In 1972, his last assignment was the Playboy's Christmas issue cover.
I remember him as the ex-hippie dad to Michael J. Fox' character, Alex P. Keaton, in the 1980s TV sitcom Family Ties.
The actor, Michael Gross, was born in Chicago, Illinois on June 21, 1947. He started as a theater actor before landing a part in the TV movie A Girl Named Sooner in 1975.
In 1982, Gross was cast to play Steven Keaton in the sitcom Family Ties. The series was originally written to focus on the liberal suburban parents, but audiences reacted positively towards Michael J. Fox, who played the conservative son.
After Family Ties, Gross starred as Burt Gummer in the Tremors movies and TV series. He's also played several TV and movie roles since.
One cool fact is that Gross is a railfan. He collects railroad antiques and model railways.
