Homonym: Lou Gehrig (Disease)
Lou Gehrig was a famous American baseball player known for his incredible talent and sportsmanship. He played for the New York Yankees from 1923 to 1939, earning the nickname "The Iron Horse" because of his durability and ability to play in 2,130 consecutive games. Gehrig was a powerful hitter and a key player in the Yankees' success during his time, helping the team win several World Series championships.
Tragically, Gehrig's career was cut short when he was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a disease that affects the nervous system. In 1939, he gave a heartfelt farewell speech, famously stating, "Today, I consider myself the luckiest man on the face of the earth