Who was Felix Baumgartner? Austrian skydiver who jumped from space in 2012 dies at 56

Felix Baumgartner, the Austrian skydiver known for his 2012 high altitude jump, died at 56 in a paraglider crash in Italy. He was the first to break the sound barrier during a 24-mile descent, achieving fame as 'Fearless Felix' for his extreme flight feats. 

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