Lance Armstrong
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09/17/1971
Plano, TX |
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| His foundation's yellow Livestrong bracelets, which benefit cancer research, became a fashion trend in 2004. |
| Was a professional triathlete at the age of 16. |
| Was named Sports Illustrated's Sportsman of the Year in 2002. |
| Following surgery and chemotherapy, was declared cancer-free the next year, and returned to cycling. |
| Won the Tour de France seven straight times, from 1999 to 2005. |
| At 25, was diagnosed with testicular cancer, which spread to his brain and lungs, and was given a 50-50 chance of survival. |
