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Thank you for improving article quality in September, and for keeping track of fist-edit-anniversaries! - Ach, lieben Christen, seid getrost, BWV 114, is one of the pieces in my topic of this year. -- Gerda Arendt (talk) 18:17, 22 September 2024 (UTC)
- Gerda Arendt, arigato :") — The Herald (Benison) (talk) 09:51, 23 September 2024 (UTC)
This week's article for improvement (week 39, 2024)
[edit] Hello, The Herald. The article for improvement of the week is:
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Deletion of "Leander Vyvey"
[edit]Dear "The Herald"
I hope this message finds you well.
I recently submitted a draft for Leander Gaston Claes Vyvey, a Belgian-British actor and former professional kitesurfer, which was unfortunately deleted. I understand that Wikipedia has strict notability and verifiability guidelines to ensure the quality of its content.
Since the draft’s submission, Leander Vyvey has gained significant prominence through his role in the popular series “Vikings: Valhalla” (2024). I believe this recent development further establishes his notability in the acting field.
Could you please provide me with feedback on how I might improve the draft to meet Wikipedia’s criteria for acceptance? Any specific areas that need more reliable sources or additional information would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you very much for your time and assistance!!
Maarten FilmMaster2023 (talk) 18:03, 23 September 2024 (UTC)
- FilmMaster2023, hello and thanks for dropping by. The draft looks fine, but IMO, a few more references from reliable sources can't hurt. Additionally, I'd advise you to do a bit of copyedit to avoid certain words. Most importantly, give a read of WP:NACTOR as well as WP:COI to get an understanding of what we look for in a article/biography and avoid conflict of interest. Biographies of living people is taking quite seriously and they shouldn't sound promotional or POV. I hope those links are helpful. Thanks and happy editing :) — The Herald (Benison) (talk) 04:10, 24 September 2024 (UTC)
- Thank you The Herald - Ive taken a look at you're recommendations and think I have updated the draft accordingly! Would much appreciate further help or publication. Thank you FilmMaster2023 (talk) 09:35, 28 September 2024 (UTC)
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[edit] Hello, The Herald. The article for improvement of the week is:
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agr 20 yr invite, yes please
[edit]Re: Invitation to join the Twenty Year Society, I'd be honored.--agr (talk) 20:45, 30 September 2024 (UTC)