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- 1Bob Barker, a name synonymous with daytime television, has made an indelible mark on the world of entertainment. Born in Darrington, Washington, on December 12, 1923, he grew up amidst financial struggles during the Great Depression. However, these challenges did not stifle his spirit, but rather fuelled his determination to succeed. His early years were spent in South Dakota where he attended Drury University on a basketball scholarship. The outbreak of World War II interrupted his studies, however, and Barker joined the U.S. Navy as a fighter pilot. Barker's venture into the realm of show business started with his stint as a news editor and announcer at a radio station in Florida, post his service in the Navy. His charismatic personality and eloquent speech quickly gained him popularity, leading him to host his own radio show, The Bob Barker Show, which ran for six years. In 1956, his talent was spotted by Ralph Edwards, the producer of the popular game show, Truth or Consequences. Barker moved to California to become its host, marking the beginning of his illustrious career in television. With the advent of the 1970s, Barker's fame skyrocketed as he began hosting CBS's The Price is Right. His energetic personality and entertaining style of hosting made him a household name across America. He hosted the show for an impressive 35 years, setting the record for the longest-running daytime game show in North American television history. Aside from his entertainment career, Barker is also known for his extensive animal rights activism. For decades, he has been an outspoken supporter of animal rights organizations and used his platform to raise awareness about animal welfare issues, earning him immense respect and admiration from viewers and animal rights advocates alike.
- 2Henry Kissinger, born Heinz Alfred Kissinger on May 27, 1923, in Fürth, Germany, is a renowned American political scientist and diplomat. His family, being Jewish, fled Germany in 1938 to escape the Nazi regime, settling in New York City. Kissinger's early life experiences shaped his worldview, which later underpinned his political ideologies and diplomatic strategies. His intellectual pursuits led him to Harvard University, where he earned his bachelor's degree in 1950 and a PhD in 1954, both in Government. He went on to serve as a professor at Harvard until 1969, cultivating an impressive academic career that laid the groundwork for his future political endeavors. Kissinger's public service career began when he served as National Security Advisor (1969-1975) and later as the U.S Secretary of State (1973-1977) during the presidencies of Richard Nixon and Gerald Ford. His tenure was marked by significant contributions to foreign policy, including the establishment of diplomatic relations with China, the negotiation of Strategic Arms Limitation Talks (SALT) with the Soviet Union, and peace talks to end the Vietnam War. His work on the latter won him the Nobel Peace Prize in 1973, though it was a controversial award due to the ongoing hostilities. Post-public service, Kissinger continued to wield influence in international affairs as a geopolitical consultant, author, and speaker. His writings, including books such as Diplomacy and On China, offer extensive insights into global politics and his diplomatic philosophy. Despite criticism and controversy over his role in American foreign policy, particularly concerning human rights issues, Kissinger remains a prominent figure in international relations. His legacy represents the complex interplay of academia, diplomacy, and politics on the global stage.
- 3Tony Bennett, born Anthony Dominick Benedetto on August 3, 1926, in Queens, New York, was a legendary American singer known for his smooth voice and classic style. The son of a grocer and seamstress, Bennett's passion for music was ignited at an early age, influenced by the likes of Bing Crosby and Nat King Cole. His journey from humble beginnings to global fame is a testament to his talent, resilience, and timeless appeal. Bennett's career was first launched in the late 1940s after serving in the United States Army during World War II. His breakthrough came with the release of his first number one hit, "Because of You," in 1951. From there, his star continued to rise throughout the 1950s and 1960s, with chart-topping singles like "I Left My Heart in San Francisco." Despite facing a career lull in the 1970s and 1980s due to changing musical tastes, Bennett made an impressive comeback in the 1990s, re-establishing himself as a top-selling artist. Known for his traditional pop standards, big band songs, and jazz tunes, Bennett's impressive vocal style and stage presence earned him numerous accolades, including multiple Grammy Awards. His longevity in the industry spoke volumes about his adaptability and relevance, having successfully bridged generation gaps through collaborations with contemporary artists. Among his extensive discography, Bennett's duets with notable figures such as Lady Gaga and Amy Winehouse stood out, showcasing his ability to merge classic and modern styles seamlessly. Even beyond his musical prowess, Bennett also stood as a respected painter under the pseudonym Anthony Benedetto, further showcasing his artistic versatility. His life and career embodied a remarkable blend of persistence, talent, and charisma.
- 4Marsha Hunt (October 17, 1917 – September 7, 2022) was an American actress, model, and activist, with a career spanning nearly 80 years. She was blacklisted by Hollywood film studio executives in the 1950s during McCarthyism.
- 5Elizabeth II, born on April 21, 1926, in London as Elizabeth Alexandra Mary Windsor, ascended to the throne in 1952 and has since become one of the most recognized monarchs in British history. She was the first child of the Duke and Duchess of York, later known as King George VI and Queen Elizabeth (the Queen Mother). At her birth, no one expected Elizabeth would become queen, yet fate intervened when her uncle, King Edward VIII, abdicated the throne in 1936, thrusting her father into the role and subsequently positioning Elizabeth as the heir presumptive. A significant chapter in Elizabeth's life began during World War II, when she joined the Auxiliary Territorial Service at the age of 18, training as a driver and mechanic. This experience not only honed her resilience but also brought her closer to the people she would one day rule. In 1947, she married Philip Mountbatten, Duke of Edinburgh, in a union that would last over seven decades until his death in 2021. Their marriage saw the birth of four children: Charles, Anne, Andrew, and Edward. Elizabeth's reign, which began on February 6, 1952, following the death of her father, has been marked by significant changes both within Britain and globally. She has navigated the decolonization of Africa and the Caribbean, the acceleration of devolution in the United Kingdom, and numerous changes in public sentiments towards the monarchy. Her astute handling of these shifts underscores her commitment to her role and her adaptability as a leader. In 2015, she became the longest-reigning British monarch and the world's oldest reigning monarch. Despite the demands and pressures of her position, Elizabeth II has remained a symbol of continuity and tradition, demonstrating an unwavering dedication to her country and her role as queen. She passed away at the age of 96 on September 8, 2022, with Charles III as her successor.
- 6Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin (; Russian: Влади́мир Влади́мирович Пу́тин, romanized: Vladímir Vladímirovič Pútin; born 7 October 1952) is the President of Russia since 2012, previously holding the position from 2000 until 2008. In between his presidential terms, he was also the Prime Minister of Russia under president Dmitry Medvedev. Putin was born in Leningrad, Russian SFSR. He studied law at Leningrad State University, graduating in 1975. Putin was a KGB foreign intelligence officer for 16 years, rising to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel before resigning in 1991 to enter politics in Saint Petersburg. He moved to Moscow in 1996 and joined President Boris Yeltsin's administration where he served as director of the FSB, the KGB’s successor agency, and then as prime minister. He became Acting President on 31 December 1999, when Yeltsin resigned. During his first presidency, the Russian economy grew for eight straight years, and GDP measured in purchasing power increased by 72%. The growth was a result of the 2000s commodities boom, recovery from the post-Communist depression and financial crises, and prudent economic and fiscal policies. In September 2011, Putin announced he would seek a third term as president. He won the March 2012 presidential election with 64% of the vote. Falling oil prices coupled with international sanctions imposed at the beginning of 2014 after Russia's annexation of Crimea and military intervention in Eastern Ukraine led to GDP shrinking by 3.7% in 2015, though the Russian economy rebounded in 2016 with 0.3% GDP growth and the recession officially ended. Putin gained 76% of the March 2018 presidential vote and was re-elected for a six-year term that will end in 2024.Under Putin's leadership, Russia has scored poorly in Transparency International's Corruption Perceptions Index and experienced democratic backsliding according to both the Economist Intelligence Unit's Democracy Index and Freedom House's Freedom in the World index (including a record low 20/100 rating in the 2017 Freedom in the World report, a rating not given since the time of the Soviet Union). Experts do not generally consider Russia to be a democracy, citing purges and jailing of political opponents, curtailed press freedom, and the lack of free and fair elections. Human rights organizations and activists have accused Putin of persecuting political critics and activists, as well as ordering them tortured or assassinated; he has rejected accusations of human rights abuses. Officials of the United States government have accused him of leading an interference program against Hillary Clinton in support of Donald Trump during the U.S. presidential election in 2016, an allegation which both Trump and Putin have frequently denied and criticized.
- 7Pope Benedict XVI (April 16, 1927 – December 31, 2022) was a retired prelate of the Catholic Church who served as head of the Church and sovereign of the Vatican City State from 2005 until his resignation in 2013. Benedict's election as pope occurred in the 2005 papal conclave that followed the death of Pope John Paul II. Benedict chose to be known by the title "pope emeritus" upon his resignation. He was described as "the main intellectual force in the Church" since the mid-1980s. In 2013, Benedict unexpectedly announced his resignation in a speech in Latin before the cardinals, citing a "lack of strength of mind and body" due to his advanced age. He is the first pope to resign since Gregory XII in 1415, and the first to do so on his own initiative since Celestine V in 1294. He was succeeded by Pope Francis, and moved into the newly renovated Mater Ecclesiae Monastery for his retirement. In his retirement, Benedict XVI made occasional public appearances alongside Francis.
- 8Alan Greenspan (; born March 6, 1926) is an American economist who served as Chair of the Federal Reserve of the United States from 1987 to 2006. He currently works as a private adviser and provides consulting for firms through his company, Greenspan Associates LLC. First appointed Federal Reserve chairman by President Ronald Reagan in August 1987, he was reappointed at successive four-year intervals until retiring on January 31, 2006, after the second-longest tenure in the position (behind William McChesney Martin).Greenspan came to the Federal Reserve Board from a consulting career. Although he was subdued in his public appearances, favorable media coverage raised his profile to a point that several observers likened him to a "rock star". Democratic leaders of Congress criticized him for politicizing his office because of his support for Social Security privatization and tax cuts, which they felt would increase the deficit.The easy-money policies of the Fed during Greenspan's tenure have been suggested by some to be a leading cause of the dotcom bubble, and the subprime mortgage crisis (occurring within a year of his leaving the Fed), which, said the Wall Street Journal, "tarnished his reputation." Yale economist Robert Shiller argues that "once stocks fell, real estate became the primary outlet for the speculative frenzy that the stock market had unleashed". Greenspan argues that the housing bubble was not a product of low-interest rates but rather a worldwide phenomenon caused by the precipitous decline in long term interest rates.
- 9Marion Gordon "Pat" Robertson (March 22, 1930 – June 8, 2023) was an American media mogul, religious broadcaster, political commentator, presidential candidate, and Southern Baptist minister. Robertson advocated a conservative Christian ideology and was known for his involvement in Republican Party politics. He was associated with the Charismatic movement within Protestant evangelicalism. He served as head of Regent University and of the Christian Broadcasting Network (CBN). Spanning over five decades, Robertson was the founder of major organizations, including CBN, Regent University, Operation Blessing International Relief and Development Corporation, the International Family Entertainment Inc. (ABC Family Channel/Freeform), the American Center for Law & Justice (ACLJ), the Founders Inn and Conference Center, and the Christian Coalition.[2][3] Robertson was also a best-selling author and the former host of The 700 Club.
- 10Burt Bacharach, an esteemed figure in the realm of music, was born on May 12, 1928, in Kansas City, Missouri. Early on, he was exposed to the melodic world, which ignited his passion for music. A classically trained pianist, Bacharach studied music at McGill University and Mannes School of Music. He later attended the Berklee College of Music and pursued a degree in music composition at the New School for Social Research. Launching his career in the 1950s, Bacharach became one of the most important composers of popular music in the 20th century. His partnership with lyricist Hal David resulted in myriad hit songs that were performed by some of the era's most renowned artists, including Dionne Warwick, Perry Como, Dusty Springfield, and Tom Jones. Their collaborations yielded timeless classics such as "Anyone Who Had a Heart," "Walk On By," "I Say a Little Prayer," and "Do You Know the Way to San Jose?". The duo's unique blend of jazz, pop, Brazilian music, and rhythm and blues captivated audiences across the globe and left an indelible mark on popular culture. Bacharach's multitudinous contributions to music have been recognized with numerous accolades, including three Academy Awards and eight Grammy Awards. His song "Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head," written for the film Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, won the Academy Award for Best Original Song. Furthermore, he was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame and the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. Even years after his initial breakthrough, Burt Bacharach's melodic genius and unparalleled talent continue to resonate, influencing generations of musicians and delighting audiences around the world.
- 11Joyce Randolph (October 21, 1924 – January 13, 2024) was an American actress of stage and television, best known for playing Trixie Norton on The Jackie Gleason Show and the television sitcom The Honeymooners.
- 12Sidney Poitier, born on February 20, 1927, in Miami, Florida, is a monumental figure in the Hollywood film industry. The son of Bahamian farmers, Poitier grew up in poverty but carved a path for himself in the world of acting against all odds. His journey from the tomato farms of The Bahamas to the glitzy streets of Hollywood is awe-inspiring and solidifies his status as a beacon of determination and resilience. Poitier's acting career began on the stage in New York before he transitioned to films in the early 1950s. With memorable roles in films like No Way Out (1950), Cry, the Beloved Country (1951), and Blackboard Jungle (1955), Poitier quickly established himself as a talented actor. Still, it was his performance in Lilies of the Field (1963) that etched his name in history. Winning the Academy Award for Best Actor for this role, Poitier became the first Black man to receive this prestigious honor, breaking racial barriers in the predominantly white Hollywood industry. Outside of acting, Poitier has demonstrated his skills as a director, helming successful films like Stir Crazy (1980) and Ghost Dad (1990). In 2002, he was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, recognizing his enduring contribution to cinema. Beyond his professional achievements, Poitier has been an active advocate for civil rights and racial equality, using his influence to push for societal change. In essence, Sidney Poitier is not just an actor or a director; he's a trailblazer whose impact extends far beyond the silver screen.
- 13Barbara Walters, born on September 25, 1929, in Boston, Massachusetts, is a pioneering figure in American broadcast journalism. The daughter of Dena (Seletsky) and Lou Walters, a Broadway producer and nightclub owner, she channeled her exposure to the entertainment world into a career in journalism. Walters graduated with a degree in English from Sarah Lawrence College in 1951. She began her career as a writer and researcher for NBC's The Today Show, eventually climbing the ranks to become the first female co-host of the show in 1974. Walters's groundbreaking career has seen her interview a myriad of influential figures, from celebrities to world leaders. Her distinctive interviewing style, which combines probing questions with a personal approach, has made her an icon in the field. Known for her ability to elicit emotional responses from her subjects, Walters has conducted some of the most-watched interviews in television history. Among her notable interviewees are Fidel Castro, Michael Jackson, and Monica Lewinsky, the latter drawing an astonishing 74 million viewers. In 1976, Walters made history once again by becoming the first woman to co-anchor a network evening news program when she joined ABC Evening News. Despite facing initial criticism, she became a respected figure in the industry. In addition to her work on news programs, Walters also created and co-hosted The View, a popular daytime talk show that debuted in 1997. Over the years, Walters has received multiple awards for her contribution to journalism, including a Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. Her legacy continues to inspire aspiring journalists around the world.
- 14George Soros, born on August 12, 1930, in Budapest, Hungary, is a renowned financier, philanthropist, and political activist. His journey to fame and fortune began when he fled Hungary during the Second World War and resettled in England. There, he attended the London School of Economics, where he was deeply influenced by philosopher Karl Popper's ideas about open societies. Upon his graduation in 1952, he entered the world of finance and started carving out an illustrious career in investment banking. Soros, often dubbed as "The Man Who Broke the Bank of England," made headlines in 1992, when he bet against the British pound and generated a profit of $1 billion overnight in an event known as Black Wednesday. This audacious move solidified Soros's status as one of the world's most astute currency traders. In 1973, he founded the hedge fund company, Soros Fund Management, which went on to become one of the most successful firms in the industry, pushing his net worth into the billions. However, Soros's impact extends beyond the realm of finance. He channelled a significant portion of his wealth into philanthropic endeavours, primarily through the Open Society Foundations. These organizations support projects in education, public health, and civil liberties in more than 120 countries worldwide. As a political activist, Soros has been a vocal critic of various international policies and has used his influence to advocate for changes. He has also authored several books on topics such as global capitalism, geopolitics, and open societies, further demonstrating his multifaceted persona.
- 15Rupert Murdoch, born March 11, 1931, in Melbourne, Australia, is a globally influential media magnate who has shaped the landscape of modern news and entertainment. The son of a prominent newspaper publisher, Sir Keith Murdoch, Rupert inherited his father's media empire, News Limited, at the young age of 22 and went on to exponentially expand it into one of the largest and most powerful in the world. His journey took him from Australia to the United Kingdom and finally to the United States, where he established himself as a formidable force in the industry. Murdoch's expansive career is characterized by a series of strategic acquisitions that significantly broadened his reach within the media landscape. Notable ones include his purchase of the News of the World and The Sun newspapers in the UK, which solidified his foothold in the British press. Later, he ventured into American television with the creation of Fox Broadcasting Company, forever changing the dynamics of the U.S. media market. He also pioneered the satellite television revolution with the launch of Sky Television in Europe. However, Murdoch's career hasn't been without controversy. His media empire faced severe scrutiny during the phone-hacking scandal involving News Corporation's UK newspapers in 2011. This led to the closure of News of the World and a temporary halt in his acquisition spree. Despite these challenges, Murdoch's influence remains undiminished. His legacy is evident in the continued global success of companies like News Corporation and 21st Century Fox.
- 16Glynis Margaret Payne Johns (October 5, 1923 – January 4, 2024) was a British actress, dancer, musician and singer. Born in Pretoria, South Africa while her parents were on tour, she is best known for creating the role of Desiree Armfeldt in A Little Night Music on Broadway, for which she won a Tony Award, and for playing Winifred Banks in Walt Disney's musical motion picture Mary Poppins. In both roles, she sang songs written specifically for her, including "Send In the Clowns", composed by Stephen Sondheim, and "Sister Suffragette", written by the Sherman Brothers. She was nominated for an Oscar for her work in the 1960 film The Sundowners. She is known for the breathy quality of her husky voice and her upbeat persona.
- 17Mikhail Sergeyevich Gorbachev is a Russian and formerly Soviet politician. The eighth and last leader of the Soviet Union, he was General Secretary of its governing Communist Party from 1985 until 1991. He was the country's head of state from 1988 until 1991, serving as Chairman of the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet from 1988 to 1989, Chairman of the Supreme Soviet from 1989 to 1990, and President of the Soviet Union from 1990 to 1991. Ideologically, he initially adhered to Marxism-Leninism although by the early 1990s had moved toward social democracy. Of mixed Russian and Ukrainian heritage, Gorbachev was born in Privolnoye, Stavropol Krai to a poor peasant family. Growing up under the rule of Joseph Stalin, in his youth he operated combine harvesters on a collective farm before joining the Communist Party, which then governed the Soviet Union as a one-party state according to Marxist-Leninist doctrine. While studying at Moscow State University, he married fellow student Raisa Titarenko in 1953 prior to receiving his law degree in 1955. Moving to Stavropol, he worked for the Komsomol youth organisation and, after Stalin's death, became a keen proponent of the de-Stalinization reforms of Soviet leader Nikita Khrushchev. He was appointed the First Party Secretary of the Stavropol Regional Committee in 1970, in which position he oversaw construction of the Great Stavropol Canal. In 1978 he returned to Moscow to become a Secretary of the party's Central Committee and in 1979 joined its governing Politburo. Within three years of the death of Soviet leader Leonid Brezhnev, following the brief regimes of Yuri Andropov and Konstantin Chernenko, the Politburo elected Gorbachev as General Secretary, the de facto head of government, in 1985. Although committed to preserving the Soviet state and to its socialist ideals, Gorbachev believed significant reform was necessary, particularly after the 1986 Chernobyl disaster. He withdrew from the Soviet–Afghan War and embarked on summits with United States President Ronald Reagan to limit nuclear weapons and end the Cold War. Domestically, his policy of glasnost ("openness") allowed for enhanced freedom of speech and press, while his perestroika ("restructuring") sought to decentralise economic decision making to improve efficiency. His democratisation measures and formation of the elected Congress of People's Deputies undermined the one-party state. Gorbachev declined to intervene militarily when various Eastern Bloc countries abandoned Marxist-Leninist governance in 1989–90. Internally, growing nationalist sentiment threatened to break up the Soviet Union, leading Marxist-Leninist hardliners to launch the unsuccessful August Coup against Gorbachev in 1991. In the wake of this, the Soviet Union dissolved against Gorbachev's wishes and he resigned. After leaving office, he launched his Gorbachev Foundation, became a vocal critic of Russian Presidents Boris Yeltsin and Vladimir Putin, and campaigned for Russia's social-democratic movement. Widely considered one of the most significant figures of the second half of the 20th century, Gorbachev remains the subject of controversy. The recipient of a wide range of awards—including the Nobel Peace Prize—he was widely praised for his pivotal role in ending the Cold War, curtailing human rights abuses in the Soviet Union, and tolerating both the fall of Marxist–Leninist administrations in eastern and central Europe and the reunification of Germany. Conversely, in Russia he is often derided for not stopping the Soviet collapse, an event which brought a decline in Russia's global influence and precipitated an economic crisis.
- 18Born on October 1, 1924, in Plains, Georgia, James Earl "Jimmy" Carter Jr. has led an extraordinary life marked by notable accomplishments in politics and philanthropy. Raised in a modest peanut farming family, his upbringing was steeped in the values of hard work and community service. After graduating from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1946, where he showcased exceptional leadership skills, Carter served in the navy until his father's death in 1953, which compelled him to return home and take over the family peanut business. Carter's political journey began with his election to the Georgia Senate in 1962, followed by a term as Georgia's governor from 1971-1975 before beginning his tenure as the 39th President of the United States from 1977-1981. His presidency was marked by significant achievements in foreign policy, including the Camp David Accords, Panama Canal Treaties, and the establishment of diplomatic relations with China. Despite these successes, the Iran hostage crisis and the energy crisis posed substantial challenges to his administration. After leaving the White House, Carter embarked on an influential career in humanitarian work, further solidifying his legacy beyond politics. He founded The Carter Center in 1982, an organization committed to advancing human rights globally. His relentless dedication to conflict resolution, disease prevention, and the promotion of democracy earned him the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002. Moreover, Carter's commitment to Habitat for Humanity, where he actively participated in building homes for the less fortunate, underscored his enduring dedication to service. Jimmy Carter's life is a testament to perseverance, public service, and the belief in the power of diplomacy and peace.
- 19Bill Cosby, born William Henry Cosby Jr. on July 12, 1937, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, grew to become a dominant figure in American entertainment throughout the latter half of the 20th century. Known primarily for his work in comedy and acting, Cosby's career spanned over five decades, during which he achieved significant milestones that have left an indelible mark on the industry. He attended Temple University in the late 1950s but dropped out to pursue his career in stand-up comedy, only to return later in life to earn his degree. Cosby's early success began in the 1960s with I Spy, a television series that made him the first African American to co-star in a dramatic series. This achievement was followed by a string of successes. However, it was The Cosby Show, which premiered in 1984, that solidified Cosby's status as a household name. The sitcom, which portrayed a close-knit and prosperous African American family, broke racial stereotypes and topped the Nielsen ratings for an impressive five years. Despite his professional accomplishments, Cosby's personal life has been marked by controversy. In the mid-2010s, numerous sexual assault allegations were levied against him, leading to a highly publicized trial. In 2018, he was convicted and sentenced to prison.
- 20Jimmy Lee Swaggart (; born March 15, 1935) is an American Pentecostal evangelist. Swaggart's TV ministry, which began in 1971, has a viewing audience both in the U.S. and internationally. The weekly Jimmy Swaggart Telecast and A Study in the Word programs are broadcast throughout the U.S. and on 78 channels in 104 other countries, and over the Internet. At its height in the 1980s, his telecast was transmitted to over 3,000 stations and cable systems each week. He currently owns and operates the SonLife Broadcasting Network. Sexual scandals with prostitutes in the late 1980s and early 1990s led the Assemblies of God to defrock him. As a result of the scandals, Swaggart temporarily stepped down as the head of Jimmy Swaggart Ministries.
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Pat Carroll - DEC. July 30
Dec. at 95 (1927-2022)296 Total VotesWith her short white-blond hair and gregarious laugh, Pat Carroll delighted audiences for more than 50 years. But, truth be told, her TV work was a means of financing a lifestyle that allowed her to pursue a regular career as a theater performer and director. She is perhaps best remembered as Bunny Halper, wife of nightclub owner Sid Melton, on "The Danny Thomas Show" (CBS, 1961-1964) and as the inveterate matchmaker to Doris Day in the feature "With Six You Get Eggroll" (1968). Younger audiences might recognized Carroll for her stage turn in "Gertrude Stein, Gertrude Stein, Gertrude Stein," which she played on Broadway and at colleges around the USA, or, more likely, as the voice of the villainous Ursula in Disney's "The Little Mermaid" (1989). Born in Louisiana and raised in Los Angeles, Carroll made her professional stage debut in 1947 alongside Gloria Swanson in "A Goose for the Gander." Heading East, she hit the nightclub circuit, debuting in the revue at Le Ruban Bleu in 1950. By the time she made her Broadway debut in "Catch a Star" in 1955, she was a recognized TV performer; Carroll was a sketch performer on "The Red Buttons Show" (CBS, 1952-1953), and "Saturday Night Revue" (NBC, 1954). "Caesar's Hour" (NBC, 1956-1957), on which she is best recalled for playing Carl Reiner's wife in ongoing sketches, earned her a Supporting Actress Emmy Award. For much of the decade, Carroll also appeared on many of the proliferating quiz and panel shows, including "Masquerade Party" (CBS, 1958) and "Keep Talking" (CBS, 1958-1959). Among her later small screen credits were turns as a motherly landlady to Bobby Sherman in the short-lived "Getting Together" (ABC, 1971-72), the overprotective mother of Adam Arkin in "Busting Loose" (CBS, 1977), a newspaper publisher and foil for the star in the syndicated "The Ted Knight Show" (1986) and Suzanne Somers' mother on the syndicated sitcom "She's the Sheriff" (1987). As a guest performer, she was particularly memorable on a 1971 episode of "The Mary Tyler Moore Show" (CBS) playing an unpleasant woman with whom Mary Richards shares a hospital room and a generation recalled her as the Wicked Stepmother to Lesley Ann Warren's "Cinderella" (CBS, 1966). More recently, Carroll was utterly charming as a talkative ticket seller at an old movie palace with dreams of dancing on stage one more time in the American Movie Classics original drama "The Royale" (1997). For much of the 80s and 90s, Carroll performed onstage, notably at Washington, DC's The Shakespeare Theatre. After a well-received turn as the Nurse in "Romeo and Juliet" the veteran actress made theatrical history playing Sir John Falstaff in "The Merry Wives of Windsor" in 1990. Carroll tackled Brecht's "Mother Courage" in 1993 and then donned trousers again for a go at the title role of Ben Jonson's "Volpone" in 1996. Pat Carroll died on July 30, 2022 at the age of 95. - 22Eva Marie Saint is an American actress whose expansive career spans over seven decades showcasing her enduring versatility and talent. Born on July 4, 1924, in Newark, New Jersey, Saint embarked on her acting journey at the age of 20, following her graduation from Bowling Green State University with a degree in drama. Her first notable stage appearance was in a production of The Trip to Bountiful, for which she gleaned critical praise and won a Drama Critics Award. Saint's transition into film was marked by an Academy Award win for Best Supporting Actress for her role in the 1954 film, On The Waterfront. This momentous achievement served as a testament to her extraordinary acting abilities, opening up a floodgate of opportunities in the cinematic world. She starred alongside legendary actors such as Cary Grant in Alfred Hitchcock's North by Northwest and Paul Newman in Exodus, solidifying her status as one of Hollywood's celebrated stars. Aside from her illustrious filmography, Saint's dedication to her craft extends beyond the silver screen. She has proven herself a capable television actress, gaining Emmy nominations for her performances in People Like Us and My Antonia. Additionally, she has been an active member of the Actors Studio, where she honed her craft under the mentorship of acclaimed acting coach Lee Strasberg. Eva Marie Saint's enduring legacy in the entertainment industry serves as inspiring proof of her unwavering passion, talent, and commitment to acting.
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Clu Gulager - DEC. August 5
Dec. at 93 (1928-2022)425 Total VotesWilliam Martin "Clu" Gulager (born November 16, 1928) is an American television and film actor and director. He first became known for his work in television, appearing in the co-starring role of William H. Bonney (Billy the Kid) in the 1960–62 NBC television series The Tall Man and as Emmett Ryker in another NBC Western series, The Virginian. Gulager's first major film role was in Don Siegel's The Killers (1964), followed by a supporting part in the racing film Winning (1969) opposite Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward; in Peter Bogdanovich's drama The Last Picture Show (1971); and opposite John Wayne in McQ (1974). In the 1980s, Gulager appeared in several horror films, such as The Initiation (1984) and the zombie comedy The Return of the Living Dead (1985). In 2005, he appeared in the horror film Feast, as well as its sequels. He also appeared in the critically acclaimed independent film Tangerine (2015). Gulager directed the short film A Day with the Boys, which was nominated for the prestigious Palme d'Or for Best Short Film at the 1969 Cannes Film Festival. - 24
Marv Levy
Age: age 94600 Total VotesMarvin Daniel Levy (born August 3, 1925) is a former American and Canadian football coach, front office executive, and author. He served as head coach in the Canadian Football League (CFL) for the Montreal Alouettes (1973–1977) and in the National Football League (NFL) for the Kansas City Chiefs (1978–1982) and the Buffalo Bills (1986–1997), coaching the Bills to four consecutive American Football Conference championships. He was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2001. - 25Newton Norman Minow (January 17, 1926 – May 6, 2023) was an American attorney who served as chair of the Federal Communications Commission. He is famous for his speech referring to television as a "vast wasteland". While still maintaining a law practice, Minow served as the Honorary Consul General of Singapore in Chicago, beginning in 2001. Minow was active in Democratic Party politics. He was an attorney in private practice concerning telecommunications law and was active in many nonprofit, civic, and educational institutions. He was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2016 by Barack Obama, whom he had known since the start of Obama's legal career.
- 26Stanley Baxter (born 24 May 1926) is an award-winning Scottish actor and impressionist, known for his popular British television comedy shows The Stanley Baxter Show, Baxter On..., Time For Baxter, The Stanley Baxter Picture Show, The Stanley Baxter Series and Mr Majeika. Baxter began his career as a child actor on BBC Scotland. In a long career he has worked with some celebrated colleagues in a wide range of productions in radio, theatre, television and films. He has also written a number of books based on Glasgow.
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Norman Lear
Age: age 97572 Total VotesNorman Milton Lear (July 27, 1922 – December 5, 2023) was an American screenwriter and producer who produced, wrote, created or developed over 100 shows, including many 1970s sitcoms such as All in the Family, Sanford and Son, One Day at a Time, The Jeffersons, Good Times, and Maude. During his later years, he continued to actively produce television, including the 2017 remake of One Day at a Time and the Netflix revival of Good Times in 2022. As a political activist, he founded the advocacy organization People for the American Way in 1981 and supported First Amendment rights and progressive causes. - 28Robert Wagner is a highly esteemed American actor whose career in the entertainment industry spans over six decades. Born on February 10, 1930, in Detroit, Michigan, the actor's journey to stardom began in his early twenties. His breakthrough role came in 1953 when he starred in the war film The Frogmen. This debut marked the beginning of a prolific career that saw him appear in more than 60 films and numerous television series, making him one of Hollywood's most enduring actors. Wagner's versatility as an actor is evident from his diverse roles across different genres. He's graced the screens in a multitude of roles ranging from romantic leads in movies such as Prince Valiant (1954) and A Kiss Before Dying (1956) to comedic performances in series like It Takes a Thief (1968-1970) and Hart to Hart (1979-1984). The latter won him immense popularity, casting him as a wealthy detective alongside actress Stefanie Powers. This wide array of roles not only showcases Wagner's expansive repertoire but also his ability to adapt and evolve with changing cinematic trends. Despite his success on screen, Wagner's life was not devoid of personal trials. In 1981, his then-wife, actress Natalie Wood, died under mysterious circumstances during a yachting trip with him. The incident became one of Hollywood's most controversial tragedies, attracting extensive media attention and casting a shadow over Wagner's otherwise illustrious career. Nonetheless, Robert Wagner continues to hold an influential place in the entertainment industry, leaving a lasting legacy through his extensive body of work.
- 29Gina Lollobrigida, born on July 4, 1927, in Subiaco, Italy, is a celebrated actress and photojournalist who left an indelible mark in the world of entertainment. Her name is synonymous with Italian cinema's golden age, where she was revered as one of the highest-profile European actresses of the era. Beginning her career as a model, Lollobrigida rose to prominence in the late 1940s and early 1950s, earning international acclaim for her performances in films like Beat the Devil (1953) and Bread, Love and Dreams (1953). Lollobrigida's acting prowess was not confined to European screens. She crossed over into Hollywood, creating a significant impact with roles like the shepherdess in The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1952). Her versatility saw her equally adept at comedy and drama, garnering her awards and nominations throughout her career, including a Golden Globe for World Film Favorite Female in 1961. Despite language barriers, she was able to build a successful career in both English and Italian language films. Transitioning from acting in the 1970s, Lollobrigida found another passion - photojournalism. She exhibited an innate talent for capturing compelling images, leading to interviews with prominent global figures like Fidel Castro and Paul Newman. Her photography took her to various parts of the world, documenting different cultures and events. Lollobrigida's work was not limited to the arts; she was also an active humanitarian, advocating for various causes throughout her life. Gina Lollobrigida's journey from the silver screen to behind the camera lens showcases her as an artist of great diversity and spirit, a true icon of the 20th century.
- 30Born on December 7, 1928, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Avram Noam Chomsky made a significant impact in the world of linguistics and political philosophy. His work has spanned multiple domains, and he's often lauded as one of the most influential public intellectuals of the 20th century. The son of an educator and a scholar, Chomsky's passion for knowledge and critical thinking was ignited early in his life. Chomsky attended the University of Pennsylvania, where he earned his bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees. It was here that he met Zellig Harris, a prominent linguist, whose influence led Chomsky to develop his groundbreaking theory of transformational grammar. This theory revolutionized the field of linguistics by introducing the concept that all human languages have a shared underlying structure. Post his doctorate, Chomsky joined the faculty at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in 1955, where he spent over 50 years shaping minds. Parallel to his academic pursuits, Chomsky emerged as a potent critic of American foreign policy, media, and capitalism. He authored several books on these subjects, including Manufacturing Consent: The Political Economy of the Mass Media and Hegemony or Survival, both widely recognized for their insightful analysis of power structures and media influence. His forthright and comprehensive critiques have established him as a preeminent figure in the discourse on global politics and human rights. Despite facing considerable controversy and criticism, Chomsky's work continues to be highly influential, marking him as one of the most profound thinkers of our time.
- 31Harvey Weinstein (born March 19, 1952) is an American former film producer. He and his brother Bob Weinstein co-founded the entertainment company Miramax, which produced several successful independent films, including Sex, Lies, and Videotape (1989), The Crying Game (1992), Pulp Fiction (1994), Heavenly Creatures (1994), Flirting with Disaster (1996), and Shakespeare in Love (1998). Weinstein won an Academy Award for producing Shakespeare in Love, and garnered seven Tony Awards for a variety of plays and musicals, including The Producers, Billy Elliot the Musical, and August: Osage County. After leaving Miramax, Weinstein and his brother Bob founded The Weinstein Company, a mini-major film studio. He was co-chairman, alongside Bob, from 2005 to 2017. In October 2017, following sexual abuse allegations against Weinstein, he was dismissed from his company and expelled from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. By October 31, over 80 women had made allegations against Weinstein. The allegations sparked the #MeToo social media campaign and many similar sexual abuse allegations against and dismissals of powerful men around the world, now called the "Weinstein effect". On May 25, 2018, Weinstein was arrested in New York, charged with rape and other offenses, and released on bail.
- 32Martin Walser (March 24, 1927 – July 28, 2023) was a German writer, especially known as a novelist. He began his career as journalist for Süddeutscher Rundfunk, where he wrote and directed audio plays, and travelled to England, France, Italy, Czechoslavakia and Poland as part of the job. He was part of Group 47 from 1953. His first novel, Ehen in Philippsburg (Marriage in Philippsburg), a satirical portrait of post-war society, became a success in 1957. Walser is regarded, along with Heinrich Böll, Günter Grass, and Siegfried Lenz, as one of Germany's most influential post-war authors.
- 33Leslie Phillips, born on April 20, 1924, in Tottenham, London, England, is a distinguished British actor celebrated for his contribution to film, television, and theater. With a career spanning over seven decades, Phillips has become an iconic figure in the UK entertainment industry. Renowned for his charismatic charm and signature "Ding Dong" catchphrase, he has brought life to numerous memorable characters, earning his place as one of Britain's most beloved performers. Phillips's acting journey began with BBC Radio, refining his vocal skills that later became his hallmark. In 1940 he made his first big-screen appearance in the movie The Next of Kin. His breakthrough, however, came in the 1950s with the Doctor series of comedy films where his suave persona perfectly fitted the parts he played. Apart from comic roles, Leslie has also showcased his versatility in dramatic roles such as in the award-winning film Venus (2006), for which he received a nomination for the Best Actor category at the British Academy Film Awards. Apart from acting, Phillips had a brief stint in the Military, serving in the Durham Light Infantry during World War II. He was also honored with the title of Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in 2008 for his services to drama. Always full of vibrant energy and undeniable talent, Leslie Phillips continues to inspire many, carving out a legacy of an evergreen performer in the hearts of audiences across generations.
- 34Eleanor Rosalynn Carter ( August 18, 1927 – November 19, 2023) was an American writer and activist who served as the first lady of the United States from 1977 to 1981, as the wife of President Jimmy Carter. For the decades she was in public service, she was a leading advocate for numerous causes, including mental health.
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Joe Arapio
Age: 92539 Total VotesJoseph Michael Arpaio (; born June 14, 1932) is an American former law enforcement officer and politician. He served as the 36th Sheriff of Maricopa County, Arizona for 24 years, from 1993 to 2017, losing reelection to Democrat Paul Penzone in 2016. Starting in 2005, Arpaio took an outspoken stance against illegal immigration, styling himself as "America's Toughest Sheriff". In 2010, he became a flashpoint for opposition to Arizona's SB1070 anti-illegal immigrant law, which was largely struck down by the Supreme Court of the United States. Arpaio is also known for investigating former U.S. President Barack Obama's birth certificate, and, as of 2018, he continued to claim without evidence that it was forged.Arpaio has been accused of numerous types of police misconduct, including abuse of power, misuse of funds, failure to investigate sex crimes, criminal negligence, abuse of suspects in custody, improper clearance of cases, unlawful enforcement of immigration laws, and election law violations. A Federal court monitor was appointed to oversee his office's operations because of complaints of racial profiling. The U.S. Department of Justice concluded that Arpaio oversaw the worst pattern of racial profiling in U.S. history, and subsequently filed suit against him for unlawful discriminatory police conduct. Arpaio and the MCSO were named as defendants in dozens of civil lawsuits brought by citizens arrested by Arpaio and his deputies alleging wrongful arrest, wrongful death, entrapment and other claims, costing taxpayers in Maricopa County over $140 million in litigation against Arpaio during his tenure as sheriff.Over the course of his career, Arpaio was the subject of several federal civil rights lawsuits. In one case he was a defendant in a decade-long suit in which a federal court issued an injunction barring him from conducting further "immigration round-ups". A federal court subsequently found that after the order was issued, Arpaio's office continued to detain "persons for further investigation without reasonable suspicion that a crime has been or is being committed." In July 2017, he was convicted of criminal contempt of court, a crime for which he was pardoned by President Donald Trump on August 25, 2017. In a separate racial-profiling case which concluded in 2013, Arpaio and his subordinates were found to have unfairly targeted Hispanics in conducting traffic stops. Though Arpaio sought another term as Sheriff in 2016, the contempt of court conviction eroded much of his remaining political support, and he was defeated in the election by Paul Penzone, a Democrat who reversed many of Arpaio's policies after taking office. Arpaio was an unsuccessful candidate in Arizona's Republican primary election for U.S. Senate in 2018. - 36Paula Stewart (born Dorothy Paula Zürndorfer, April 9, 1929) is an American stage, film and television actress.
- 37Estelle Harris (née Nussbaum; April 22, 1928 – April 2, 2022) was an American actress, known for her exaggerated shrill, grating voice. She was best known for her role as George's mother Estelle Costanza on Seinfeld. Her other roles included the voice of Mrs. Potato Head in the Toy Story franchise, Muriel in The Suite Life of Zack & Cody, and Mama Gunda in Tarzan II.
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Janis Paige
Age: age 97391 Total VotesJanis Paige (born Donna Mae Tjaden; September 16, 1922 – June 2, 2024) was an American actress and singer. With a career spanning nearly 60 years, she was one of the last surviving stars from the Golden Age of Hollywood. - 39
Art Rupe - DEC. April 15
Age: age 102413 Total VotesArthur Newton Rupe (born Arthur Goldberg; September 5, 1917 – April 15, 2022) was an American music executive and record producer. He founded Specialty Records, known for its rhythm and blues, blues, gospel and early rock and roll music recordings, in Los Angeles in 1946. - 40Peter George Angelos (July 4, 1929 – March 23, 2024) was an American trial lawyer and baseball executive from Baltimore, Maryland. Angelos was the majority owner of the Baltimore Orioles, a team in the American League of Major League Baseball, from 1993 until his death.
- 41Robert Blake, born as Michael James Gubitosi in 1933, is a well-known American actor who carved a distinctive niche for himself in the entertainment industry. His journey into stardom began at a tender age when he appeared as one of the child actors in the Our Gang short comedy series of the mid-1930s and early 1940s. This early start set the stage for a career spanning over six decades, during which Blake became a household name in both film and television. Blake's acting prowess was not confined to comedy; he effortlessly displayed his versatility across various genres. He gained significant recognition for his role in the film In Cold Blood (1967), where he played the real-life murderer Perry Smith. The performance was lauded by critics for its chilling portrayal and intensity. However, it was his role as the tough, streetwise detective Tony Baretta in the television series Baretta (1975-1978) that catapulted him to mainstream fame. Blake's portrayal of this character won him an Emmy Award, cementing his status as a formidable talent in the industry. However, Robert Blake's life was not without controversy. In 2002, he was charged with the murder of his second wife, Bonnie Lee Bakley. After a high-profile trial, he was acquitted in 2005, but later found liable for her wrongful death in a civil suit.
- 42Bob Newhart, an American stand-up comedian and actor of grand repute, was born on September 5, 1929, in Oak Park, Illinois. He graduated from Loyola University of Chicago with a business degree. He initially ventured into accounting before realizing that his comedic wit outweighed the appeal of number-crunching. This realization led to the birth of one of the most distinctive voices in comedy, known for his deadpan delivery and slightly stammering speech. Newhart's recording career took flight with his groundbreaking comedy album, The Button-Down Mind of Bob Newhart. Released in 1960, it reached unparalleled heights by winning the Grammy Award for Album of the Year, a first for a comedy album. The success of this album catapulted Newhart into the television sphere, where he starred in two long-lasting sitcoms that further cemented his legacy, The Bob Newhart Show (1972-1978) and Newhart (1982-1990). Both of these sitcoms were loved for their clever humor, unique characters, and Newhart's ability to play the straight man amidst absurd situations. Beyond his successful sitcoms, Newhart's acting prowess also extended into film. He gave memorable performances in movies like Catch-22 (1970) and Elf (2003). His multifaceted contributions to comedy and acting garnered him several accolades, including the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor in 2002 and induction into the Television Hall of Fame in 1993. Through decades of laughter and timeless performances, Bob Newhart's influence continues to reverberate, leaving a lasting impression on the landscape of American entertainment.
- 43Buzz Aldrin, born Edwin Eugene Aldrin Jr., is an American astronaut and mechanical engineer who made significant contributions to the history of space exploration. Born on January 20, 1930, in Montclair, New Jersey, Aldrin graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point and later earned a doctorate in astronautics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Aldrin's name came into prominence when he joined NASA's Astronaut Group 3 in 1963. His first spaceflight occurred in 1966 aboard Gemini 12, where he set a record for extravehicular activity and effectively proved that astronauts could work outside spacecraft. However, it was his second spaceflight that would etch his name in gold in the annals of history. As a member of the Apollo 11 mission, Aldrin became the second person to walk on the moon on July 20, 1969, following mission commander Neil Armstrong. This monumental achievement was watched by millions around the globe and stands as a pivotal moment in human space exploration. Post-NASA career, Aldrin continued to advocate for space exploration and has written numerous books and papers on the subject. He proposed a special spacecraft cycling system, now known as the Aldrin cycler, aiming to provide regular, cost-effective travel to Mars. To this day, Aldrin has remained a prominent figure in the public eye, often speaking at events and appearing in popular culture as an icon of human adventure and discovery. His life serves as a testament to the power of human ambition and the limitless possibilities of exploration.
- 44A titan in the world of entertainment, Harry Belafonte is a revered figure whose multi-decade career spans music, film, and activism. Born Harold George Bellanfanti Jr. on March 1, 1927, in Harlem, New York, Belafonte spent part of his childhood in his mother's native Jamaica before returning to Harlem where he finished high school. His life took an unexpected turn when he attended a production of the American Negro Theatre, sparking an enduring passion for acting. Belafonte's signature blend of folk, pop, and world influences propelled him to stardom as a singer. He pioneered the introduction of calypso music to the mainstream audience with his breakthrough album, Calypso (1956), which spawned the mega-hit "Day-O (The Banana Boat Song)." Apart from being the first album in history to sell over a million copies, it marked Belafonte as a groundbreaking artist who transcended racial and cultural barriers. His acting prowess paralleled his musical success, earning him an Emmy for his television show Tonight with Belafonte (1959), making him the first African American to win the prestigious award. However, Belafonte was not just an entertainer; he was also a committed civil rights activist. A close confidant of Martin Luther King Jr., he played pivotal roles in the Civil Rights Movement, leveraging his celebrity to bring attention to social justice issues. His dedication extended beyond the shores of America, fighting against apartheid in South Africa and advocating for humanitarian causes globally. His efforts were recognized when he was appointed as the UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador in 1987. Belafonte's enduring legacy serves as a testament to his commitment to using art and fame as powerful tools for change.
- 45Rajmund Roman Thierry Polański (born 18 August 1933) is a French-Polish film director, producer, writer, and actor. Since 1978, he has been a fugitive from the U.S. criminal justice system, having fled the country while awaiting sentencing in his sexual abuse case, in which he pleaded guilty to statutory rape.Polanski was born in Paris, and his Polish-Jewish parents moved the family back to Poland in 1936. Three years later, Poland was invaded by Nazi Germany starting World War II and the Polanskis found themselves trapped in the Kraków Ghetto. After his mother and father were taken in raids, Polanski spent his formative years in foster homes under an adopted identity, trying to survive the Holocaust. Polanski's first feature-length film, Knife in the Water (1962), was made in Poland and was nominated for a United States Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. He has since received five more Oscar nominations, along with two BAFTAs, four Césars, a Golden Globe Award and the Palme d'Or of the Cannes Film Festival in France. In the United Kingdom he directed three films, beginning with Repulsion (1965). In 1968, he moved to the United States and cemented his status by directing the horror film Rosemary's Baby (1968). A turning point in his life took place in 1969, when his pregnant wife, Sharon Tate, and four friends were brutally murdered by members of the Manson Family. Following her death, Polanski returned to Europe and eventually continued directing. He made Macbeth (1971) in England and back in Hollywood, Chinatown (1974), which was nominated for eleven Academy Awards.In 1977, Polanski was arrested and charged with drugging and raping a 13-year-old girl. He subsequently pled guilty to the lesser offence of unlawful sex with a minor. After spending 42 days undergoing psychiatric evaluation in prison in preparation for sentencing, Polanski, who had expected to be put on probation, fled to Paris after learning that the judge planned to reject his plea deal and impose a prison term.In Europe, Polanski continued to make films, including Tess (1979), starring Nastassja Kinski. It won France's César Awards for Best Picture and Best Director, and received three Oscars. He later produced and directed The Pianist (2002), a drama about a Jewish-Polish musician escaping Nazi persecution, starring Adrien Brody and Emilia Fox. The film won three Academy Awards including Best Director, along with numerous international awards. He also directed Oliver Twist (2005), a story which parallels his own life as a "young boy attempting to triumph over adversity". He was awarded Best Director for The Ghost Writer (2010) at the 23rd European Film Awards. He also received Best Screenwriter nomination at the aforementioned awards for Carnage (2011). In 2018, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences voted to expel Polanski from its membership, an action taken more than 40 years after he had pled guilty in the statutory rape case. This was understood to have happened because of awareness raised by the #MeToo Movement.
- 46Paul Dooley (born Paul Brown; February 22, 1928) is an American actor, writer and comedian.
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June Lockhart
Age: age 94309 Total VotesJune Lockhart (born June 25, 1925) is an American actress, primarily in 1950s and 1960s television, also with performances on stage and in film. On two television series she played mother roles, Lassie and Lost in Space. She also portrayed Dr. Janet Craig on the CBS television sitcom Petticoat Junction (1968–70). She is a two-time Emmy Award nominee and a Tony Award winner. - 48Mildred Frances Cook (January 14, 1924 – January 11, 2023), professionally known as Carole Cook, was an American actress, active in on screen and stage, best known for appearances on Lucille Ball's light entertainment comedy television series The Lucy Show and Here's Lucy.
- 49Actress Phyllis Coates is best known as plucky reporter Lois Lane on the classic 1950s television program "Adventures of Superman," starring George Reeves as Clark Kent and the Man of Steel. She was the second actress to play the role (after Noel Neill, who appeared in the first two movie serials), first starring as Lane in the movie "Superman and the Mole Men" from 1951. However, she played Lois Lane for only one season before deciding to move on because of family trouble and a feeling that the show was not going in the direction she felt was right. She left in 1953 and Neill resumed playing Lane, although many fans feel that Coates's portrayal of the iconic reporter is closer to the original comic book character. After leaving the show, Coates continued working mostly in B-serials and movies, including "Jungle Drums of Africa," "Girls in Prison," "Invasion United States," and "I Was a Teenage Werewolf." She also starred as the dazzling Panther Girl in the 1955 Republic serial "Panther Girl of the Kongo." Although she rarely worked after 1970, she did appear in a cameo as Lois Lane's mother in an episode of the revamped show "Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman." Phyllis Coates died on October 11, 2023 in Woodland Hills, CA at the age of 96.
- 50Henry Silva (September 23, 1926 – September 14, 2022) was an American actor. A prolific character actor, Silva was a regular staple of international genre cinema, usually playing criminals or gangsters. His notable film appearances include Ocean's 11 (1960), The Manchurian Candidate (1962), Johnny Cool (1963), Sharky's Machine (1981), and Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai (1999).
- 51Gerald Arthur Sandusky (born January 26, 1944) is an American retired college football coach who was convicted of rape and child sexual abuse. Sandusky served as an assistant coach for his entire career, mostly at Pennsylvania State University under Joe Paterno, from 1969 to 1999. He received "Assistant Coach of the Year" awards in 1986 and 1999. Sandusky authored several books related to his football coaching experiences. In 1977, Sandusky founded The Second Mile, a non-profit charity serving Pennsylvania's underprivileged and at-risk youth. After Sandusky's 1999 retirement as assistant coach at Penn State, he continued working with The Second Mile at Penn State, maintaining an office at the university until 2011. In 2011, following a two-year grand jury investigation, Sandusky was arrested and charged with 52 counts of sexual abuse of young boys over a 15-year period from 1994 to 2009. He met his molestation victims through The Second Mile; they were participating in the organization. Several of them testified against Sandusky in his sexual abuse trial. Four of the charges were subsequently dropped. On June 22, 2012, Sandusky was found guilty on 45 of the 48 remaining charges. Sandusky was sentenced on October 9, 2012, to 30 to 60 years in prison—at his age, effectively a life sentence. On October 18, 2012, Sandusky's lawyers appealed his conviction in Centre County Court in Pennsylvania. They claim that they did not have enough time to prepare for their client's case. On October 31, 2012, Sandusky was moved to Pennsylvania's SCI Greene "supermax" prison to serve his sentence. On January 30, 2013, Pennsylvania Judge John Cleland denied Sandusky's request for a new trial.
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Estelle Parsons
Age: age 92371 Total VotesEstelle Margaret Parsons (born November 20, 1927) is an American actress, singer and stage director.After studying law, Parsons became a singer before deciding to pursue a career in acting. She worked for the television program Today and made her stage debut in 1961. During the 1960s, Parsons established her career on Broadway before progressing to film. She received an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Blanche Barrow in Bonnie and Clyde (1967), and was also nominated for her work in Rachel, Rachel (1968). She worked extensively in film and theatre during the 1970s and later directed several Broadway productions. More recently her television work included her most well-known role, playing Beverly Harris, mother of the eponymous title character, on the sitcom Roseanne. She has been nominated five times for the Tony Award (four times for Lead Actress of a Play and once for Featured Actress). In 2004, Parsons was inducted into the American Theatre Hall of Fame. - 53Imelda Romualdez Marcos (born Imelda Trinidad Romualdez; 2 July 1929) is a Filipino politician who was First Lady of the Philippines for 21 years, during which she and her husband are widely believed to have illegally amassed a multi-billion US dollar personal fortune, the bulk of which still remains unrecovered.She married Ferdinand Marcos in 1954 and became First Lady in 1965 when he became President of the Philippines. Her behaviour of initiating numerous grand architectural projects using public funds, came to be described in common parlance as Imeldific.She and her family gained notoriety for living a lavish lifestyle during a period of economic crisis and civil unrest in the country. She spent much of her time abroad on state visits, extravagant parties, and shopping sprees, and spent much of the State's money on her personal jewelry and shoe collections. Her collection of over 1,000 pairs of luxury shoes earned her the sobriquet "Marie Antoinette, with shoes." The People Power Revolution in February 1986 unseated the Marcoses and forced the family into exile. In 1991, President Corazon Aquino allowed the Marcos family to return to the Philippines after the 1989 death of Ferdinand Marcos. Imelda Marcos was elected four times to the House of Representatives.She, along with her husband Ferdinand, are famous for holding the Guinness World Record for the Greatest Robbery of a Government. In November 2018, she was convicted of corruption charges for her activities some forty years earlier, during her term as governor of Manila.
- 54Dick Cheney, born Richard Bruce Cheney on January 30, 1941, in Lincoln, Nebraska, is an astute political figure who has shaped American politics with his indomitable and often controversial strategies. He is best known for serving as the 46th Vice President of the United States under President George W. Bush from 2001 to 2009. However, his political career spans over four decades, including roles such as the White House Chief of Staff, Secretary of Defense, and U.S. Representative from Wyoming. Cheney's political acumen combined with his relentless pursuit of his beliefs has made him one of the most influential and polarizing figures in modern U.S. history. Cheney's journey to the top echelons of the American government began at Yale University, although he later transferred to the University of Wyoming where he earned both his bachelor's and master's degrees in Political Science. His first foray into politics happened in 1969 when he served as a congressional intern during the Nixon Administration. This experience set the stage for his subsequent appointments, including serving as Chief of Staff for President Gerald Ford and then as Secretary of Defense under President George H.W. Bush. As Secretary of Defense, Cheney played a crucial role in planning the U.S. response to the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait, leading to the Gulf War in 1991. As Vice President under George W. Bush, Cheney became known for his hardline stance on terrorism following the attacks on September 11, 2001. He was instrumental in formulating the U.S. policy on the War on Terror and was a strong advocate for the invasion of Iraq and Afghanistan. Despite facing criticism and controversy, particularly over his stance on enhanced interrogation techniques, Cheney remained steadfast in his convictions. Beyond his political life, Cheney's personal life has been marked by health challenges, including multiple heart attacks and a heart transplant in 2012. Despite these health issues, Cheney has continued to be an influential figure in American politics, a testament to his resilience and determination.
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Beverly LaHaye
Dec. at 94 (1929-2024)357 Total VotesBeverly Jean Davenport LaHaye (née Ratcliffe; April 30, 1929 – April 14, 2024) was an American Christian conservative activist and author who founded Concerned Women for America (CWA) in San Diego, California in 1979. She was the wife of Tim LaHaye, an evangelical Christian minister and author of the Left Behind series, until his death in 2016. - 56Sandra Day O'Connor (March 26, 1930 – December 1, 2023) was an American lawyer, politician, and jurist who served as an associate justice of the Supreme Court of the United States from who served from her 1981 appointment by President Ronald Reagan to 2006. She was the first woman to serve on the Court. Before her tenure on the Court, she was a judge and an elected official in Arizona, serving as the first female Majority Leader of a state senate as the Republican leader in the Arizona Senate. Samuel Alito took her seat in October 2005. A moderate Republican, O'Connor most frequently sided with the Court's conservative bloc; having the swing opinion in many decisions. She often wrote concurring opinions that limited the reach of the majority holding. During her time on the court, some publications ranked her among the most powerful women in the world. On August 12, 2009, she was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Barack Obama.
- 57William Foster Hayes III (June 5, 1925 – January 12, 2024) was an American actor and recording artist. His song "The Ballad of Davy Crockett" hit the top of the Billboard charts in the spring of 1955. Following a successful career as a musician which began in the late 1940s, he began to focus on dramatic acting parts in the late 1960s, which led him to be cast in a role that gained him additional fame to a younger generation. This new chapter in his career began in 1970 when he originated the character of Doug Williams on NBC's Days of Our Lives, which he continued to play until 2023.
- 58Frances Hussey Sternhagen (January 13, 1930 – November 27, 2023) was an American actress; she appeared on- and off-Broadway, in movies, and on TV over the course of her career.
- 59Alice Hirson (born March 10, 1929) is an American actress best known for her roles on television. She began her career on stage, before roles on the daytime soap operas. She is best known for her roles as Mavis Anderson in the CBS prime time soap opera Dallas and as Lois Morgan, the mother of the title character on the ABC sitcom Ellen.
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Jim Bakker
Age: 84523 Total VotesJames Orsen Bakker (; born January 2, 1940) is an American televangelist, former Assemblies of God minister and former host (with his then-wife, Tammy Faye Bakker) of The PTL Club, an evangelical Christian television program. Bakker is also known for building Heritage USA in Fort Mill, South Carolina, a former Christian theme park which opened in 1978 and closed in 1989. He has written several books, including I Was Wrong and Time Has Come: How to Prepare Now for Epic Events Ahead. A cover-up of hush money paid to a church secretary, Jessica Hahn, for an alleged rape led to his resignation from the ministry. Subsequent revelations of accounting fraud brought about his conviction, imprisonment and divorce. Bakker later remarried and returned to televangelism, where he founded his new ministry Morningside Church in Blue Eye, Missouri and currently hosts The Jim Bakker Show, which focuses on the end of days and return of Christ. - 61Willie Howard Mays Jr. (May 6, 1931 – June 18, 2024), nicknamed "the Say Hey Kid", was an American professional baseball center fielder who played 23 seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB). Regarded as one of the greatest players ever, Mays ranks second behind only Babe Ruth on most all-time lists, including those of The Sporting News and ESPN. Mays played in the National League (NL) between 1951 and 1973 for the New York / San Francisco Giants and New York Mets. A 24-time All-Star, this tied him for the second most in history. He led the NL in home runs four times and in slugging percentage five times while batting over .300 and posting 100 runs batted in (RBIs) ten times each. Mays was also at the forefront of a resurgence of speed as an offensive weapon in the 1950s, leading the league in stolen bases four times, triples three times, and runs twice; his 179 steals during the decade topped the major leagues.
- 62Eugene Shalit (born March 25, 1926) is an American film and book critic. He filled those roles on NBC's The Today Show from January 15, 1973, after starting part-time in 1970, until his retirement on November 11, 2010. He is known for his frequent use of puns, his oversized handlebar moustache, fuzzy hair and for wearing colorful bowties.
- 63Charles Louis Trippi (December 14, 1921 – October 19, 2022) was an American professional football player for the Chicago Cardinals of the National Football League (NFL) from 1947 to 1955. Although primarily a running back, his versatility allowed him to fill a multitude of roles over his career, including quarterback, defensive back, punter, and return specialist. A "quintuple-threat", Trippi was adept at running, catching, passing, punting, and defense. Trippi attended the University of Georgia, where he played college football for the Georgia Bulldogs from 1942 to 1946, with an interlude in 1944 while serving in the military during World War II. As a sophomore, he guided Georgia to victory in the 1943 Rose Bowl and was named the game's most valuable player. As a senior in 1946, he won the Maxwell Award as the nation's most outstanding college football player, was named the Southeastern Conference's player of the year, and earned unanimous first-team All-America recognition.
- 64Carl Hilding "Doc" Severinsen (born July 7, 1927) is an American jazz trumpeter who led the band for The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson.
- 65Mamie Van Doren (born Joan Lucille Olander; February 6, 1931) is an American actress, model, singer, and sex symbol who is known for being one of the first actresses to imitate the look of Marilyn Monroe. Van Doren is perhaps best remembered for the rock 'n' roll, juvenile delinquency exploitation movie Untamed Youth (1957), and other films of this calibre.
- 66Joanne Woodward, a tour de force of Hollywood's golden age, carved her name in the annals of film history as an accomplished actress and philanthropist. Born on February 27, 1930, in Thomasville, Georgia, she discovered her passion for acting at a young age. Woodward shared her talents across various performing arenas of stage, television, and film, earning her places in the hearts of millions and critical acclaim alike. Woodward's career highlights span numerous decades, with an impressive array of awards reflecting her undeniable prowess. She secured an Academy Award for her riveting performance in The Three Faces of Eve (1957), portraying a character suffering from multiple personality disorder, an accomplishment that marked her as the first actress to receive this award for portraying three identities within a single role. Her versatility and dedication to her craft were further recognized with four Emmy Awards, three Golden Globes, and a Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award, among countless other accolades. Beyond her illustrious career in entertainment, Woodward dedicated substantial time and energy to philanthropic endeavors. She served as a long-term board member for the Hole in the Wall Gang Camp, a non-profit organization founded by her husband, actor Paul Newman. The camp provides a unique and transformative experience for children with severe illnesses, mirroring Woodward's compassionate nature and her unwavering commitment to making a positive difference in the world.
- 67William David Daniels (born March 31, 1927) is an American actor, known for his roles as Dr. Mark Craig in the NBC drama St. Elsewhere, for which he won two Emmy Awards, and as Mr. Feeny in the ABC sitcom Boy Meets World. He was president of the Screen Actors Guild from 1999 to 2001. He is also associated with his performances as the father of Benjamin Braddock (Dustin Hoffman) in The Graduate (1967), as Howard in Two for the Road, as John Adams in the 1972 musical film 1776, as Carter Nash in Captain Nice, and as the voice of KITT in Knight Rider. In 2014, he returned to his role as Mr. Feeny in Girl Meets World, the sequel to Boy Meets World.
- 68Robert Joseph Cousy (born August 9, 1928) is an American retired professional basketball player. Cousy played point guard with the Boston Celtics from 1950 to 1963, and briefly with the Cincinnati Royals in the 1969–70 season. Making his high school varsity squad as a junior, he went on to earn a scholarship to the College of the Holy Cross, where he led the Crusaders to berths in the 1948 NCAA Tournament and 1950 NCAA Tournament, and won NCAA All-American honors for three seasons. Cousy was initially drafted by the Tri-Cities Blackhawks as the third overall pick in the first round of the 1950 NBA draft, but after he refused to report, he was picked up by Boston. He had an exceptionally successful career with the Celtics, leading the league an unprecedented 8 straight years in assists, playing on six NBA championship teams, and being voted into 13 NBA All-Star Games in his 13 full NBA seasons. He was also named to 12 All-NBA First and Second Teams and won the 1957 NBA Most Valuable Player Award.En route to his assist streak that was unmatched either in number of crowns or consecutive years, Cousy introduced a new blend of ball-handling and passing skills to the NBA that earned him the nickname "The Houdini of the Hardwood". Also known as "Cooz", he was regularly introduced at Boston Garden as "Mr. Basketball". After his playing career, he coached the Royals for several years, capped by a seven-game cameo comeback for them at age 41. Cousy then became a broadcaster for Celtics games. Upon his election to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1971 the Celtics retired his No. 14 jersey and hung it in the rafters of the Garden. Cousy was named to the NBA 25th Anniversary Team in 1971, the NBA 35th Anniversary Team in 1981, and the NBA's 50th Anniversary All-Time Team in 1996, making him one of only four players that were selected to each of those teams. He was also the first president of National Basketball Players Association. On August 22, 2019, he was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Donald Trump.
- 69Marion Ross (born October 25, 1928) is a retired American actress. Her best-known role is that of Marion Cunningham on the ABC television sitcom Happy Days, on which she starred from 1974 to 1984 and received two Primetime Emmy Award nominations. Before her success on Happy Days, Ross appeared in a variety of film roles, appearing in The Glenn Miller Story (1954), Sabrina (1954), Lust for Life (1956), Teacher's Pet (1958), Some Came Running (1958), Operation Petticoat (1959), and Honky (1971), as well as several minor television roles, one of which was on television’s "The Lone Ranger" (1954). Ross also starred in The Evening Star (1996), for which she was nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress. Since the 1990s, Ross has been known for voice-over work on animated television series such as King of the Hill and SpongeBob SquarePants among others and recurring roles on The Drew Carey Show, That '70s Show, Gilmore Girls and Brothers & Sisters and guest spots.
- 70Richard Lee Petty (born July 2, 1937), nicknamed The King, is a former NASCAR driver who raced from 1958 to 1992 in the former NASCAR Grand National and Winston Cup Series (now called the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series). He was the first driver to win the NASCAR Cup Championship seven times (Dale Earnhardt and Jimmie Johnson are the only other drivers to accomplish this feat), winning a record 200 races during his career, winning the Daytona 500 a record seven times, and winning a record 27 races (10 of them consecutively) in the 1967 season alone. Statistically, he is the most accomplished driver in the history of the sport and is one of the most respected figures in motorsports as a whole. He also collected a record number of poles (127) and over 700 Top 10 finishes in his record 1,184 starts, including 513 consecutive starts from 1971–1989. Petty was the only driver to ever win in his 500th race start, until Matt Kenseth joined him in 2013. He was inducted into the inaugural class of the NASCAR Hall of Fame in 2010. Petty remains very active, as both a NASCAR team owner (Richard Petty Motorsports) in the Cup Series and owner of Petty's Garage (car restoration and modification shop) in Level Cross, North Carolina. Petty is a second generation driver. His father, Lee Petty, won the first Daytona 500 in 1959 and was also a three-time NASCAR champion. His son Kyle was also a NASCAR driver. His grandson, Adam (Kyle's son), was killed in a practice crash at New Hampshire Motor Speedway on May 12, 2000, five weeks after Lee's death. Adam's brother Austin works on day-to-day operations of the Victory Junction Gang Camp, a Hole in the Wall Gang Camp established by the Pettys after Adam's death. Petty married Lynda Owens in 1958. She died on March 25, 2014 at her home in Level Cross, North Carolina at age 72, after a long battle with cancer. They had four children—Kyle Petty, Sharon Petty-Farlow, Lisa Petty-Luck, and Rebecca Petty-Moffit. The family resides in Petty's home town of Level Cross, North Carolina and operates Richard Petty Motorsports. The Richard Petty Museum was formerly in nearby Randleman, North Carolina but moved back to its original location in March 2014. He has also made a appearance in Cars.
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Vin Scully - DEC. August 2
Age: age 92279 Total VotesVincent Edward Scully (November 29, 1927 – August 2, 2022) was an American sportscaster. He was best known for his 67 seasons calling games for Major League Baseball's Los Angeles Dodgers, beginning in 1950 (when the franchise was located in Brooklyn) and ending in 2016. Scully's tenure with the Dodgers was the longest of any broadcaster with a single team in professional sports history, and he was second only to Tommy Lasorda (by two years) in terms of number of years associated with the Dodgers organization in any capacity. He retired at age 88 in 2016, ending his record-breaking run as the team's play-by-play announcer. In his final season behind the microphone, Scully announced most Dodgers home games (and selected road games) on SportsNet LA television and KLAC radio. He was known for his distinctive voice, lyrically descriptive style, and signature introduction to Dodgers games: "It's time for Dodger baseball! Hi, everybody, and a very pleasant good (afternoon/evening) to you, wh - 72Eugene Allen Hackman, professionally known as Gene Hackman, is one of the greatest actors in the world of cinema. Born on January 30, 1930, in San Bernardino, California, Hackman grew up in a broken family and later served in the U.S. Marine Corps. It was his challenging early life that shaped his raw and intense acting style which would later earn him two Academy Awards among numerous other acolytes. Hackman's journey into the world of acting began when he moved to New York to study at the Pasadena Playhouse. His breakthrough role came when he starred in Bonnie and Clyde (1967) as Buck Barrow. The film catapulted Hackman to fame and earned him his first Academy Award nomination. However, it was his portrayal of Detective Jimmy Popeye Doyle in The French Connection (1971) that won him his first Oscar for Best Actor. The film's success solidified his position as one of Hollywood's most versatile actors, demonstrating his ability to portray both heroes and villains with equal conviction. In addition to his successful film career, Hackman also made his mark as an author. He co-wrote several historical fiction novels, further showcasing his creative prowess. Despite retiring from acting in 2004, Hackman's work continues to be celebrated and referenced in contemporary cinema. His contributions to the film industry have made him one of the most respected figures in Hollywood, his legacy standing as a testament to his talent, dedication, and unwavering commitment to his craft.
- 73Donald Patrick Murray (July 31, 1929 – February 2, 2024) was an American actor. Murray is best known for his breakout performance in the film Bus Stop (1956) with Marilyn Monroe, which earned him a nomination for Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. Murray's other theatrical films include A Hatful of Rain (1957), Shake Hands with the Devil (1959) with James Cagney, One Foot in Hell (1960) with Alan Ladd, The Hoodlum Priest (1961), Advise & Consent (1962) with Henry Fonda and Charles Laughton, Baby the Rain Must Fall (1965) with Steve McQueen, Conquest of the Planet of the Apes (1972), Deadly Hero (1975) and Francis Ford Coppola's Peggy Sue Got Married (1986). He starred in television series such as The Outcasts (1968–1969), Knots Landing (1979–1981) and Twin Peaks (2017).
- 74Kim Jong-un (officially transcribed Kim Jong Un; Korean: 김정은; Korean pronunciation: [kim.dzɔŋ.ɯn]; born 8 January 1983 or 1984) is a North Korean politician. He is currently the incumbent Supreme Leader of North Korea since 2011 and Chairman of the Workers' Party of Korea since 2012. Kim is the second child of Kim Jong-il (1941–2011), the country's second leader from 1994 to 2011, and Ko Yong-hui (1952–2004). He is the grandson of Kim Il-sung, who was the founder and first leader of North Korea from 1948 to 1994. Kim is the first North Korean leader who was born after the country's founding, and is also the second youngest currently-serving head of government in the world.From late 2010, Kim Jong-un was viewed as heir apparent to the leadership of the DPRK, and following the elder Kim's death, North Korean state television announced him as the "Great Successor". Kim holds the titles of Chairman of the Workers' Party of Korea (as First Secretary between 2012 and 2016), Chairman of the Central Military Commission, Chairman of the State Affairs Commission, commander-in-chief (as SAC chairman), and member of the Presidium of the Politburo of the Workers' Party of Korea, the highest decision-making body in North Korea. Kim was promoted to the rank of Marshal of North Korea in the Korean People's Army on 18 July 2012, consolidating his position as the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces. North Korean state media often refers to him as Marshal Kim Jong-un, "the Marshal" or "Dear Respected."Forbes magazine ranked Kim as the 46th most powerful person in the world in 2013 and the third highest amongst Koreans after Ban Ki-moon and Lee Kun-hee. On 12 December 2013, Kim ordered the execution of his uncle Jang Song-thaek for "treachery". Kim is widely believed to have ordered the assassination of his half-brother, Kim Jong-nam, in Malaysia in February 2017.In 2018, Kim Jong-un and South Korean President Moon Jae-in met twice in Panmunjom on the border between North and South, and once in Pyongyang. On 12 June 2018, Kim and US President Donald Trump met for a summit in Singapore, the first-ever talks held between a North Korean leader and a sitting US President, to discuss the North Korean nuclear program. A follow-up meeting in Hanoi in February 2019 ended abruptly without an agreement. On 25 April 2019, Kim and Russian President Vladimir Putin held their first summit in Vladivostok, Russia. On 30 June 2019, Kim met with both South Korean President Moon Jae-in and Trump at the Korean Demilitarized Zone.
- 75Elizabeth Ann Sheridan (April 10, 1929 – April 15, 2022) was an American actress and dancer. While best known for her roles as Jerry's mother in Seinfeld and the nosy neighbor, Mrs. Ochmonek, on ALF, her decades-long career was extensive and included work as a dancer and actress.
- 76David Attenborough, a name synonymous with nature and wildlife documentaries, has made significant contributions to broadcasting and film-making. Born on May 8th, 1926 in London, England, his career spans over six decades, underpinning his position as one of the most enduring and revered figures in British broadcasting. He is best known for writing and presenting the BBC's Life series, which collectively form a comprehensive survey of animal and plant life on Earth. Attenborough pursued his education at Clare College, Cambridge, where he received his degree in Natural Sciences. In 1952, his broadcasting career commenced at the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). His early work included the quiz show Animal, Vegetable, Mineral? and children's series Zoo Quest. His passion for nature was palpable from the outset, setting the stage for his future iconic documentaries. His ability to bring complex scientific ideas to a wide audience without losing their essence or his infectious enthusiasm earned him recognition as a pioneer in the field of natural history television programming. Over the years, Attenborough became renowned for his environmental advocacy and efforts to combat climate change. He has numerous awards and recognitions to his name, including the Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in 1974 and a knighthood in 1985. He has also been honored with the Michael Faraday Prize by the Royal Society for his excellent work in communicating science to the public. Attenborough's spectacular career is characterized by his indefatigable curiosity about the natural world, his commitment to promoting its preservation, and his masterful storytelling that continues to captivate audiences worldwide.
- 77Carroll Baker (born May 28, 1931) is a retired American actress of film, stage, and television. Throughout the 1950s and 1960s, Baker's range of roles from young ingénues to brash and flamboyant women established her as both a pin-up and serious dramatic actress. After studying under Lee Strasberg at the Actors Studio, Baker began performing on Broadway in 1954. From there she was recruited by director Elia Kazan to play the lead in the adaptation of two Tennessee Williams plays into the film Baby Doll in 1956. Her role in the film as a coquettish but sexually naïve Southern bride earned her BAFTA and Academy Award nominations for Best Actress, as well as a Golden Globe award for Most Promising Newcomer that year. Her other early film roles included George Stevens' Giant (1956), playing the love interest of James Dean, and in the romantic comedy But Not for Me (1959). In 1961, Baker appeared in the controversial independent film Something Wild, directed by her then-husband Jack Garfein, playing a traumatized rape victim. She went on to star in several critically acclaimed Westerns in the 1950s and 1960s, such as The Big Country (1958), How the West Was Won (1962), and Cheyenne Autumn (1964). In the mid-1960s, as a contract player for Paramount Pictures, Baker became a sex symbol after appearing as a hedonistic widow in The Carpetbaggers (1964). The film's producer, Joseph E. Levine, cast her in the potboiler Sylvia before giving her the role of Jean Harlow in the biopic Harlow (1965). Despite significant prepublicity, Harlow was a critical failure, and Baker relocated to Italy in 1966 amid a legal dispute over her contract with Paramount and Levine's overseeing of her career. In Europe, she spent the next 10 years starring in hard-edged giallo and horror films, including Umberto Lenzi's Orgasmo (1969) and Knife of Ice (1972), before re-emerging for American audiences as a character actress in the Andy Warhol-produced dark comedy Bad (1977). Baker appeared in supporting roles in several acclaimed dramas in the 1980s, including the true-crime drama Star 80 (1983) as the mother of murder victim Dorothy Stratten, and the racial drama Native Son (1986), based on the novel by Richard Wright. In 1987, she had a supporting part in Ironweed (1987). Through the 1990s, Baker had guest roles on several television series such as Murder, She Wrote; L.A. Law, and Roswell. She also had supporting parts in several big-budget films, such as Kindergarten Cop (1990), and the David Fincher-directed thriller The Game (1997). She formally retired from acting in 2002. In addition to acting, Baker is also the author of two autobiographies and a novel.
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Larry Storch - DEC. July 8
Age: 101377 Total VotesLawrence Samuel Storch (January 8, 1923 – July 8, 2022)[ was an American actor and comedian best known for his comic television roles, including voice-over work for cartoon shows such as Mr. Whoopee on Tennessee Tuxedo and His Tales and his live-action role of the bumbling Corporal Randolph Agarn on F Troop which won a nomination for Emmy Award in 1967. - 79John Cullum (born March 2, 1930) is an American actor and singer. He has appeared in many stage musicals and dramas, including Shenandoah (1975) and On the Twentieth Century (1978), winning the Tony Award for Best Leading Actor in a Musical for each. He earned his first Tony nomination as lead actor in a musical in 1966 for On a Clear Day You Can See Forever, in which he introduced the title song, and more recently received Tony nominations for Urinetown The Musical (2002) (best actor in a musical) and as best featured actor in a musical for the revival of 110 in the Shade (2007). He portrayed tavern owner Holling Vincoeur on the television drama series Northern Exposure, earning an Emmy Award nomination as Best Supporting Actor in a Drama. He was featured in fifteen episodes of the NBC television series ER as Mark Greene's father. He was the farmer in the landmark television drama The Day After. He has made multiple guest appearances on Law & Order and Law & Order: Special Victims Unit as attorney, now judge, Barry Moredock, and appeared as Big Mike in several episodes of The Middle. As of December 2017, he is appearing as Senator Beau Carpenter on the CBS series, Madam Secretary.
- 80Bonnie Bartlett (born June 20, 1929) is an American television and film actress. Her career spans over 60 years, with her first major role being on a 1950s daytime drama, Love of Life. She is best known for her role as Ellen Craig on the medical drama series St. Elsewhere. She and her husband, actor William Daniels, who played her fictional husband Dr. Mark Craig, won the 1986 Emmy Awards on the same night, becoming the first married couple to accomplish the feat since Alfred Lunt and Lynn Fontanne in 1965.
- 81Woody Allen, born Allan Stewart Konigsberg on November 30, 1935, in Brooklyn, New York, has been a towering figure in the realm of entertainment, establishing a distinct niche for himself as a multi-faceted talent. His career spans over six decades, during which he has not only charmed audiences with his wit and humor as an actor but also etched his name in history as an accomplished director, screenwriter, and playwright. He wrote scripts for The Ed Sullivan Show and The Tonight Show, before branching out into stand-up comedy in the 1960s. However, it was his foray into filmmaking that brought him international acclaim. From his directorial debut with What's Up, Tiger Lily? in 1966, Allen went on to create a series of acclaimed films like Annie Hall, Manhattan, and Hannah and Her Sisters. His unique storytelling style, blending comedy with introspective examination of human relationships, won him numerous accolades, including multiple Academy Awards.
- 82Rebecca Schull (born February 22, 1929) is an American stage, film and television actress, best known for her role as Fay Cochran in the NBC sitcom Wings (1990–1997).
- 83Lois Smith, an esteemed figure in the realm of cinema and theater, has held a prominent career that traces its roots back to 1948. Born on November 3, 1930, as Lois Arlene Humbert in Topeka, Kansas, her journey towards stardom began when she moved to New York City to study acting at the University of Washington. Her first encounter with the silver screen occurred in East of Eden, where she delivered an unforgettable performance alongside the legendary James Dean. From this auspicious start, Smith cultivated a diverse filmography spanning seven decades, featuring roles in both Hollywood blockbusters and independent films, earning her a reputation for versatility and depth. Smith's contribution to theater is equally significant and influential. She made her Broadway debut in 1952 in the play Time Out for Ginger. Her prowess in capturing the essence of complex characters won her critical acclaim, ultimately leading to her receiving prestigious awards such as the Drama Desk Award and the Obie Award. Notably, Smith's performance in Horton Foote's The Trip to Bountiful was a tour de force that secured her a Tony Award nomination. Her theatrical work, characterized by emotional intimacy and nuance, established Smith as a luminary in the domain of stagecraft. Despite having an illustrious career in film and theater, Smith's contributions extend beyond performing arts. She has consistently utilized her platform to inspire and educate, serving as a visiting professor at professional workshops and universities. Her enduring influence resonates not only through her performances but also through her commitment to nurturing the next generation of performers. With countless accolades and an indelible impact on both stage and screen, Lois Smith's extraordinary career stands testament to her dedication, talent, and passion for the craft.
- 84Mark David Chapman (born May 10, 1955) is an American criminal who murdered English musician John Lennon, formerly of the Beatles, on December 8, 1980 outside Lennon's residence at the Dakota apartment building in Manhattan. Chapman fired five shots at Lennon with a Charter Arms .38 special revolver, hitting him four times in the back. For the next few minutes, Chapman remained at the scene reading J. D. Salinger's novel The Catcher in the Rye until he was arrested by police. He planned to cite the novel as his manifesto. Raised in Decatur, Georgia, Chapman had been a fan of the Beatles, but was incensed by Lennon's lifestyle and public statements, such as his remark about the Beatles being "more popular than Jesus" and the lyrics of his later songs "God" and "Imagine". In the years leading up to the murder, Chapman developed a series of obsessions, including artwork and the music of Todd Rundgren. The Catcher in the Rye took on great personal significance for him, to the extent that he wished to model his life after the novel's protagonist, Holden Caulfield. He also contemplated killing other public figures, including Johnny Carson, Elizabeth Taylor, Ronald Reagan, and Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. At the time of the murder, he had no prior criminal convictions and had just resigned from a job as a security guard in Hawaii. His wife was aware of his plans but she did not inform the police or mental health services. Following the murder, Chapman's legal team intended to mount an insanity defense that would be based on the testimony of mental health experts who said that he was in a delusional psychotic state. He was more cooperative with the prosecutor, who argued that his symptoms fell short of a schizophrenia diagnosis. As the trial approached, he instructed his lawyers that he wanted to plead guilty based on what he had decided was the will of God. The judge allowed the plea change and concluded that Chapman was sane, sentencing him to a prison term of 20 years to life with a stipulation that mental health treatment would be provided. Chapman refused requests for press interviews during his first six years in prison; he later said that he regretted the murder and did not want to give the impression that he killed Lennon for fame and notoriety. He ultimately supplied audiotaped interviews to journalist Jack Jones, who used them to write the investigative book Let Me Take You Down: Inside the Mind of Mark David Chapman in 1992. In 2000, Chapman became eligible for parole, which has since been denied ten times.
- 85Leslie Claire Margaret Caron (French: [lɛsli kaʁɔ̃]; born 1 July 1931) is a French-American actress and dancer who appeared in 45 films between 1951 and 2003. Her autobiography, Thank Heaven, was published in 2010 in the UK and US, and in 2011 in a French version. Veteran documentarian Larry Weinstein's Leslie Caron: The Reluctant Star premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on 28 June 2016.Caron is best known for the musical films An American in Paris (1951), Lili (1953), Daddy Long Legs (1955), and Gigi (1958), and for the nonmusical films Fanny (1961), The L-Shaped Room (1962), and Father Goose (1964). She received two Academy Award nominations for Best Actress. In 2006, her performance in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit won her an Emmy for guest actress in a drama series. She is fluent in French, English, and Italian. She is one of the few dancers or actresses who have danced with Gene Kelly, Fred Astaire, Mikhail Baryshnikov, and Rudolf Nureyev.
- 86Warren Buffett, often referred to as the "Oracle of Omaha," is widely considered one of the most successful investors of all time. Born in Nebraska in 1930, Buffett demonstrated an early knack for business and investing, purchasing his first stock at the tender age of 11 and running a successful pinball machine business while still in high school. Buffett graduated from the University of Nebraska before earning a master's degree in economics from Columbia University, where he studied under renowned economist Benjamin Graham. Buffett's approach to investing is grounded in Graham's philosophy of value investing, which involves buying securities that appear underpriced by some form of fundamental analysis. Buffett applied these principles when he took control of Berkshire Hathaway, a struggling textile company, in 1965. Under his leadership, Berkshire Hathaway became a holding company for a multitude of investments that have consistently outpaced market averages. Buffett's astute investments in companies such as Coca-Cola, Gillette, and American Express have generated enormous wealth, making him one of the richest people in the world. Throughout his career, Buffett has been admired not only for his investment prowess but also for his down-to-earth personality and philanthropic endeavors. He has committed to giving away more than 99% of his fortune to philanthropic causes, primarily via the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. This commitment led him to co-found The Giving Pledge with Bill Gates, an initiative encouraging billionaires to commit the majority of their wealth to charitable causes. Despite his immense wealth, Buffett is known for his frugality, residing in the same Omaha house that he purchased in 1958. His life and career embody his famous advice, "Price is what you pay, value is what you get."
- 87Ann Marie Blyth (born August 16, 1928) is an American actress and singer, often cast in Hollywood musicals, but also successful in dramatic roles. For her performance as Veda Pierce in the 1945 film Mildred Pierce, Blyth was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. She is one of the last surviving stars from the Golden Age of Hollywood.
- 88Helen Luella Koford (born January 7, 1929), better known as Terry Moore, is an American film and television actress. She was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in Come Back, Little Sheba (1952). She is one of the last surviving stars from the Golden Age of Hollywood.
- 89Ronald Ralph Schell (born December 23, 1931) is an American actor, stand-up comedian, and voice actor. He appeared on the May 28, 1959, episode of the TV quiz program You Bet Your Life, hosted by Groucho Marx. Schell demonstrated a comic barrage of beatnik jive talk. As a stand-up comedian, he first developed his act at the hungry i nightclub in San Francisco, California. Schell is probably best known in his 1960s television role as Duke Slater in Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C.
- 90Mel Brooks, an American film director, actor, comedian, and producer, is a beacon in the entertainment industry with his contributions spanning across seven decades. Born Melvin Kaminsky on June 28, 1926, in Brooklyn, New York, Brooks spent most of his early life in a tenement, where he developed a knack for humor as a defense against bullies. His journey into entertainment began in earnest during World War II, where he served in the U.S. Army Specialized Training Program, honing his comedic skills to entertain troops. Brooks made a significant mark in the entertainment world through his unique fusion of comedy and satire. His directorial debut, The Producers in 1967, garnered critical acclaim and won him an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. This success was followed by other notable films such as Blazing Saddles, Young Frankenstein, and Spaceballs, which have since become cult classics. These films not only showcased Brooks's comedic genius but also his ability to satirize social norms and conventions, making him a standout figure in Hollywood. In addition to his film work, Brooks made substantial contributions to the theater and television industries. He co-created the hit television series Get Smart with Buck Henry, which became a popular sitcom in the 1960s. In the realm of theater, his musical adaptation of The Producers broke records by winning 12 Tony Awards. Brooks's illustrious career has been recognized with various accolades, including multiple Emmy, Grammy, and Tony Awards, culminating in a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
- 91Willie Nelson was born on April 29, 1933 in Abbott, Texas, Nelson's early life was steeped in hardship. Despite this, he discovered his passion for music and began writing songs and playing guitar at a young age. His early musical influences included gospel, pop, blues, and folk, which eventually shaped his unique sound that transcends traditional genre boundaries. Nelson's journey to fame and success was not a straight path. He initially worked as a radio disc jockey while honing his songwriting skills. His breakthrough came when he wrote "Crazy", which became a massive hit for Patsy Cline in 1961. This success led him to Nashville, where he penned more hits for artists like Ray Price and Billy Walker. However, Nelson's own performing career didn't take off until he moved back to Texas in the 1970s, where he became a key figure in the "outlaw country" movement with albums like Shotgun Willie and Red Headed Stranger. Over the course of his career, Willie Nelson has released over 200 albums, showcasing his prolific songwriting and distinctive, soulful voice. He won multiple Grammy Awards and was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. Additionally, Nelson is known for his activism work, particularly his efforts in promoting biofuel and the legalization of marijuana. Despite his fame, Nelson remains a humble and down-to-earth figure, often noted for his characteristic braids and bandana. His enduring popularity and influence in music and beyond make him a true American icon.
- 92Don King, born on August 20, 1931, in Cleveland, Ohio, is an internationally recognized figure in the world of professional boxing. Known for his unique hair and flamboyant personality, King navigated his way to becoming one of the most influential and controversial sports promoters of the 20th century. Before entering the boxing landscape, King had a turbulent past that included running an illegal bookmaking operation and serving nearly four years in prison for manslaughter. Nevertheless, he managed to reinvent himself and changed the face of professional boxing. King's breakthrough came in 1974 when he promoted "The Rumble in the Jungle", a historic boxing match between Muhammad Ali and George Foreman held in Kinshasa, Zaire. This event marked the beginning of King's dominance in the boxing promotion business. He worked with some of the most notable fighters of the time, including Mike Tyson, Evander Holyfield, and Larry Holmes. King organized several landmark boxing events that attracted global attention, contributing significantly to the commercialization and popularity of the sport. Despite his success, King's career was not without controversy. He faced numerous legal battles, often accused by fighters of shortchanging them. However, none of these allegations ever resulted in significant legal consequences for King. His relentless determination, business acumen, and knack for spectacle made him a compelling, if polarizing, figure in the sporting world. Despite the controversies, Don King's imprint on the world of professional boxing is undeniable. His story offers a remarkable narrative of redemption, ambition, and the relentless pursuit of success.
- 93Joan Collins, born on May 23, 1933, in London, England, is an acclaimed actress and author who has enraptured audiences with her dazzling performances and literary prowess for more than six decades. She is the daughter of Elsa Collins, a dance teacher and nightclub hostess, and Joseph William Collins who was an agent and talent scout. Her younger sister, Jackie Collins, also climbed the ladder of fame as a best-selling novelist. Joan's journey began when she was admitted to the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art at the age of 16, laying the groundwork for her illustrious career in acting. Collins embarked on her Hollywood journey in the 1950s, initially signing with the Rank Organisation, a British entertainment conglomerate, and later with 20th Century Fox. Her breakthrough role came in 1955 when she starred in Land of the Pharaohs. Despite experiencing subsequent career highs and lows, she persevered, eventually bagging the role of Alexis Carrington in the popular American soap opera Dynasty in 1981. This role catapulted her to international stardom, earning her a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in 1982. Aside from her acting career, Collins is also renowned for her writing skills. She has authored several best-selling novels and lifestyle books, demonstrating a keen understanding of popular culture and human nature. Her philanthropic ventures are equally noteworthy. She was appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 1997 for services to drama, and in 2015, she was promoted to Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE) for her charitable works, particularly in the field of breast cancer research. Joan Collins's many talents and unyielding spirit continue to inspire generations, cementing her status as an enduring icon in the world of entertainment.
- 94Rosemary Ann Harris (born 19 September 1927) is an English actress. She is a 1986 American Theatre Hall of Fame inductee.Harris began her stage career in 1948, before making her Broadway debut in 1952. For her New York stage work, she is a four-time Drama Desk Award winner and nine-time Tony Award nominee, winning the Tony Award for Best Actress in a Play in 1966 for The Lion in Winter. On television, she won an Emmy Award for the 1974 TV serial Notorious Woman, and a Golden Globe Award for the 1978 miniseries Holocaust. For the 1994 film Tom & Viv, she received a Best Supporting Actress Academy Award nomination. She is the mother of actress Jennifer Ehle.
- 95David Crosby, born on August 14, 1941, is a revered figure in the realm of music, known for his distinctive voice and guitar work. Born and raised in Los Angeles, California, Crosby's early engagement with folk music set the stage for a career that would span over five decades and influence countless artists. Crosby began his professional music career as a founding member of both The Byrds and Crosby, Stills & Nash - two groups that were instrumental in shaping the sound and ethos of the 1960s rock scene. With The Byrds, he developed their signature harmonies and was pivotal in the creation of their biggest hits. In Crosby, Stills, & Nash, his songwriting took center stage, contributing to anthems like "Wooden Ships" and "Almost Cut My Hair", which have since been etched into the annals of music history. However, it was not all smooth sailing for Crosby. His life has been characterized by a series of personal challenges, including battles with drug addiction and health issues. However, these struggles have served as fuel for his creativity, resulting in music that is deeply personal and reflective. Despite his trials, David Crosby remains a resilient figure in the music world, continuing to create, perform, and inspire. His contributions to music and cultural heritage are undeniable, making him a vital part of the fabric of American popular music.
- 96Charles de Ganahl Koch (; born November 1, 1935) is an American businessman and political donor. As of March 2019, he was ranked as the 11th-richest person in the world, with an estimated net worth of $50.5 billion. Koch has been co-owner, chairman, and chief executive officer of Koch Industries since 1967, while his late brother David Koch served as executive vice president. Charles and David each owned 42% of the conglomerate. The brothers inherited the business from their father, Fred C. Koch, then expanded the business. Originally involved exclusively in oil refining and chemicals, Koch Industries now includes process and pollution control equipment and technologies, polymers and fibers, minerals, fertilizers, commodity trading and services, forest and consumer products, and ranching. The businesses produce a wide variety of well-known brands, such as Stainmaster carpet, the Lycra brand of spandex fiber, Quilted Northern tissue, and Dixie Cup. Koch Industries is the second-largest privately held company by revenue in the United States according to a 2010 Forbes survey. In February 2014, Koch was ranked 9th richest person in the world by Hurun Report with an estimated net worth of $36 billion. Previously, in October 2012, he was ranked the 6th richest person in the world with an estimated net worth of $34 billion—according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index—and was ranked 18th on Forbes World's Billionaires list of 2011 (and 4th on the Forbes 400), with an estimated net worth of $25 billion, deriving from his 42% stake in Koch Industries. Koch has published three books detailing his business philosophy, The Science of Success, Market Based Management, and Good Profit.Koch supports a number of free market-oriented educational organizations, including the Institute for Humane Studies, the Ayn Rand Institute, and the Mercatus Center at George Mason University. He also contributes to the Republican Party and candidates, libertarian groups, and various charitable and cultural institutions. He co-founded the Washington, D.C.-based Cato Institute. Through the Koch Cultural Trust, founded by Charles Koch's wife, Elizabeth, the Koch family has also funded artistic projects and creative artists.
- 97Joel Grey (born Joel David Katz; April 11, 1932) is an American actor, singer, dancer, director, and photographer. He is best known for portraying the Master of Ceremonies in the Kander & Ebb musical Cabaret, as well as in the 1972 film adaptation. He has won an Academy Award, Tony Award, and Golden Globe Award. He also originated the role of George M. Cohan in the musical George M! in 1968, and the Wizard of Oz in the musical Wicked. He also starred as Moonface Martin in the Broadway revivals of Anything Goes and as Amos Hart in Chicago.
- 98Val Kilmer, born in Los Angeles, California in 1959, is an American actor who has left an indelible mark on Hollywood with his wide-ranging performances. He was the youngest student admitted to the drama department at Juilliard, America's most prestigious acting school, highlighting his innate talent and dedication from a young age. His breakthrough role came in the mid-1980s when he portrayed Iceman in the blockbuster movie Top Gun, which catapulted him into the Hollywood A-list. Kilmer's career spans over four decades, during which he has exhibited exceptional versatility by taking on diverse roles. He immortalized characters such as Jim Morrison in The Doors, Doc Holliday in Tombstone, and even donned the iconic Batman suit in Batman Forever. Despite being known for these high-profile roles, Kilmer has also shown a penchant for more nuanced performances in independent films like The Salton Sea and Wonderland. Beyond acting, Val Kilmer has also made significant contributions to the world of art and philanthropy. He is a passionate artist whose work in painting and sculpture has been recognized and exhibited. In addition, Kilmer established the TwainMania Foundation to educate children about author Mark Twain's legacy, thereby merging his love for performing arts and education.
- 99A renowned supporting player with a penchant for broad, over-the-top comedic characterizations, Bernie Kopell established his career as the maladroit and amicable villain, Siegfried, in the classic spy comedy "Get Smart" (NBC-CBS, 1965-1971). After spending his post-"Get Smart" years in guest spots on television series peppered with a few feature roles, Kopell became an unlikely heartthrob playing the devil-may-care playboy and ship doctor, Adam Bricker, on what became a bellwether of cheesy American television, "The Love Boat" (ABC, 1977-86). Once called a "Man of a Thousand Faces" by TV Guide, Kopell struggled with the anonymity of his myriad, caricatural roles over the course of his career. But the staying power of both Siegfried and Dr. Bricker in American pop culture - thanks in part to late night cable - helped Kopell earn a new generation of fans, who lavished seeing him in both his original guises and in later reprisals that he performed many times over the years.
- 100Engelbert Humperdinck (born Arnold George Dorsey; 2 May 1936) is an English pop singer. Humperdinck has been described as "one of the finest middle-of-the-road balladeers around." His singles "Release Me" and "The Last Waltz" both topped the UK music charts in 1967, and sold more than a million copies each. In North America, he also had chart successes with "After the Lovin'" (1976) and "This Moment in Time" (1979). He has sold more than 140 million records worldwide.
- 101June Squibb spent most of her six-decade acting career in small supporting roles until she finally gained recognition for her sterling performance in the comedy-drama "Nebraska" (2013). Squibb was born on November 6, 1929 in Vandalia, Illinois. In the first half of her acting career, Squibb focused entirely in theater. She trained at the Cleveland Play House, and later moved to New York City where she joined the Herbert Berghof Studio in Greenwich Village. Squibb landed her first big role as Dulcie in an off-Broadway production of "The Boyfriend" in 1958. For most actresses, thirty years spent in Broadway, regional theater, musicals, and cabaret would have been a lifetime's worth of acting. However, June's acting career had more to offer when she made her first feature film debut in 1990 alongside Al Pacino in "Scent of a Woman." Except for a recurring role as Pearl in "The Young and the Restless" (CBS 1973-), most of her ensuing roles were bit parts in big movies and popular television shows such as "About Schmidt" (2002) and "Two and a Half Men" (CBS 2003-). However, she surprised everyone in the role of Kate Grant in the 2013 film "Nebraska." Director Alexander Payne, whom Squibb worked with previously in "About Schmidt," did not initially think to cast her for the role until she sent her audition tape with her two interpretations of Kate's character, one combative and the other restrained. The former won out as Squibb's Kate became the crass and potty-mouthed wife of the movie's central character, Woody Grant (Bruce Dern). Her performance was critically acclaimed, nominated for numerous film critics awards and a Golden Globe nomination for Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture. In January 2014, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced that Squibb was one of the year's Best Supporting Actress nominees.
- 102Anthony Joseph Foyt, Jr. (born January 16, 1935) is an American retired auto racing driver who has raced in numerous genres of motorsports. His open wheel racing includes United States Automobile Club Champ cars, sprint cars, and midget cars. He raced stock cars in NASCAR and USAC. He won several major sports car racing events. He holds the USAC career wins record with 159 victories, and the American championship racing career wins record with 67.He is the only driver to win the Indianapolis 500 (which he won four times), the Daytona 500, the 24 Hours of Daytona, and the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Foyt won the International Race of Champions all-star racing series in 1976 and 1977. In the NASCAR stock car circuit, he won the 1964 Firecracker 400 and the 1972 Daytona 500. Foyt survived three major crashes that caused serious injuries, and narrowly escaped a fourth. Foyt's success has led to induction in numerous motorsports halls of fame. In the mid-sixties, Foyt become a team owner, fielding cars for himself and other drivers. Since retiring from active race driving, he has owned A. J. Foyt Enterprises, which has fielded teams in the CART, IRL, and NASCAR. Foyt was the owner namesake of a Chevrolet Dealership in Houston Texas roughly mid to late 1960's to mid 1980's located at 10306 South Post Oak Houston TX 77081. This was located about a mile just south of the Meyerland Shopping Plaza off the Southeast corner of I 610 South Loop. The location is not too far from where Meyer Speedway was located on South Main. He was also the namesake of a A J Foyt Cycles, now Team Mancuso Powersports, located at 9650 North Fwy, Houston, TX 77037.
- 103Frankie Valli (born May 3, 1934) is an American singer and actor, known as the frontman of The Four Seasons beginning in 1960. He is known for his unusually powerful tenor/lead. Valli scored 29 Top 40 hits with The Four Seasons, one Top 40 hit under The Four Seasons alias The Wonder Who?, and nine Top 40 hits as a solo artist. As a member of The Four Seasons, Valli's number-one hits included "Sherry" (1962), "Big Girls Don't Cry" (1962), "Walk Like a Man" (1963), "Rag Doll" (1964) and "December, 1963 (Oh, What a Night)" (1975). Valli's recording of the song "Can't Take My Eyes Off You" reached number two in 1967. As a solo artist, Valli scored number-one hits with the songs "My Eyes Adored You" (1974) and "Grease" (1978). Valli, Tommy DeVito, Nick Massi and Bob Gaudio – the original members of The Four Seasons – were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1990 and the Vocal Group Hall of Fame in 1999.
- 104Yoko Ono is a Japanese multimedia artist, singer, songwriter, and peace activist. Born in Tokyo in 1933 to an affluent and conservative family, Ono's life was marked by constant upheaval due to World War II, but she found solace in her creativity, leading to her enrollment at Gakushuin University, where she studied philosophy before moving to New York City in 1953. In the avant-garde art scene of the Big Apple, Ono truly found her voice. She became associated with the Fluxus movement, an international network of artists, composers, and designers who were noted for blending different artistic media and disciplines, during the 1960s. Not confining herself to one medium, Ono's work spanned performance art, film, and music. Her "Cut Piece" performance in 1964, where audience members were invited to cut off pieces of her clothing until she was bare, is still considered a seminal piece of feminist art history. Ono's life took a dramatic turn when she met John Lennon of The Beatles in 1966 at her own art exhibition in London. Their collaboration, both in music and activism, became legendary - with the couple using their celebrity status to advocate for peace during the Vietnam War. After Lennon's assassination in 1980, Ono continued to promote peace and love through her music and art. Her legacy is not only seen in the multitude of awards and honors she has received, but also in the countless artists across various fields who cite her as a major influence. Despite being often misunderstood, Yoko Ono's resilience and dedication to her art and activism remain a testament to her unique and enduring spirit.
- 105Piper Laurie (born Rosetta Jacobs; January 22, 1932 – October 14, 2023) was an American actress. She is known for her roles in the films The Hustler (1961), Carrie (1976), and Children of a Lesser God (1986), and the miniseries The Thorn Birds (1983).
- 106Angie Dickinson, born Angeline Brown on September 30, 1931, in Kulm, North Dakota, is a revered figure in the realm of American film and television. Her journey from a small-town girl to an iconic Hollywood star is one that resonates with ambition, persistence, and unyielding spirit. She rose to prominence for her roles in classic films such as Rio Bravo (1959), Dressed to Kill (1980), and the pioneering series Police Woman (1974-1978), where she played the resilient Sergeant Suzanne 'Pepper' Anderson, becoming one of the first women to portray a police officer on television. Dickinson's career began in the 1950s, after she won a local beauty pageant which led her to Hollywood. Despite initial struggles, she found success when director Howard Hawks cast her alongside John Wayne in Rio Bravo. Her performance was critically acclaimed, paving the way for more significant roles in both film and television. Throughout her illustrious career spanning over six decades, Dickinson has worked with some of the most prominent figures in Hollywood including Frank Sinatra, Lee Marvin, and Burt Bacharach, to whom she was married from 1965 to 1981. Off-screen, Dickinson was known for her bold personality and her commitment to advocating for women's rights. She was instrumental in breaking down barriers and challenging stereotypes about women in law enforcement through her role in Police Woman. She has received numerous accolities for her contributions to the entertainment industry, including a Golden Globe Award and three Primetime Emmy Award nominations. Even beyond the glitz and glamour of Hollywood, Angie Dickinson stands tall as a trailblazer and a testament to the power of perseverance and self-belief.
- 107Rich Little was a Canadian-American impressionist and voice actor whose talent for impersonating famous figures made him a household name in the the 1960s and '70s. Born Richard Caruthers Little on November 26, 1938 in Ottawa, Ontario, he was the middle child of Elizabeth and Lawrence Peniston Little. As a teenager, Little began his ascent into the entertainment industry by performing at night clubs. He partnered with future Canadian Member of Parliament Geoffrey Scott, who was then also a budding impressionist; true to Scott's future career, the duo specialized in political humor, imitating the voices of Canadian politicians such as Prime Minister John Diefenbaker. As his vocal impersonations improved, Little felt confident enough to embark on an acting career and joined the Ottawa's Little Theater. He also took his talents to the radio, becoming a successful disc jockey who frequently incorporated celebrity impersonations into his programs. Little received his first big break when American jazz musician Mel Tormé asked the 25-year-old to audition for a new variety show that he was producing for the legendary Judy Garland. Within a year, he made his American television debut on "The Judy Garland Show" (CBS, 1963-64). With the door now open to more possibilities, Little made appearances in several other American television shows. In 1968, he played the clumsy Brother Paul Leonardi alongside Sally Field in two episodes of the sitcom "The Flying Nun" (ABC 1967-1970). His impressive impersonations of famous of Hollywood stars and famous figures, most notably President Richard Nixon, made him a popular guest on variety and late night talk shows. "The Tonight Show" (NBC 1954- ) host Johnny Carson was both a fan and a frequent target of Little's impersonations; the impressionist appeared on the series over 20 times during Carson's reign on the late night institution. (He later appeared as Carson in "The Night Shift" (HBO 1996), a TV movie about the battle between Jay Leno and David Letterman to succeed Carson as "Tonight Show" host.) He was also a regular guest on the Emmy-winning variety series "The Julie Andrews Hour" (ABC 1972-73) and "The Dean Martin Celebrity Roast" (NBC 1974-84), where Little's knack for impersonating the guests of honor fit perfectly with the show's theme; Little appeared as a roaster more than any other person with a total of 24 appearances. Later on, the talented impressionist ventured into his own solo television career with the short-lived series "The Rich Little Show" (NBC 1976) and the one-man special "Rich Little's Christmas Carol" (HBO 1978). During this era, he also became a familiar presence in television commercials. As the years went on, Little continued to adapt his impersonations to the times, learning to imitate President Ronald Reagan, Sylvester Stallone, and Robin Williams. In his native Canada, he lent his voice to the popular animated series "The Raccoons" (CBC, 1985-1991), and was inducted to Canada's Walk of Fame in 1998. In 2007, a year after political comedian Stephen Colbert garnered outrage for his pointed lambasting of President George W. Bush at the White House Correspondents Association dinner, Little was chosen as a non-controversial host for the event.
- 108Orenthal James Simpson, better known as O. J. Simpson or "The Juice", is an iconic figure in both the world of sports and American popular culture. Born on July 9, 1947, in San Francisco, California, he overcame a childhood marked by poverty and health issues to become one of the greatest running backs in the history of American football. His football career began at Galileo High School, where his talent was quickly recognized, leading him to the University of Southern California (USC) and eventually to the National Football League (NFL). During his professional football career, Simpson played for the Buffalo Bills from 1969 to 1977 and the San Francisco 49ers from 1978 to 1979. Throughout his time in the NFL, he broke numerous records and won several accolades, including the prestigious Heisman Trophy during his time at USC, and becoming the first NFL player to rush for more than 2,000 yards in a season. His athletic prowess made him a household name and opened up a successful career in broadcasting and acting post-retirement. He became a popular commentator for Monday Night Football and starred in films like The Towering Inferno and the Naked Gun series. However, Simpson's fame took a dark turn in the mid-1990s when he was accused and acquitted in a highly publicized trial for the murders of his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend, Ron Goldman. This trial, often dubbed as the "Trial of the Century," was a significant cultural moment, highlighting racial tensions and the role of media in high-profile cases. In 2007, Simpson found himself in legal trouble again when he was convicted for armed robbery and kidnapping in Las Vegas, resulting in a prison sentence.
- 109Born on August 16, 1933, in Los Angeles, California, Julie Newmar is a captivating figure in the entertainment industry. She began her career as a dancer and quickly found success on Broadway, where she won a Tony Award for her role in The Marriage-Go-Round in 1959. But it was her portrayal of Catwoman in the television show Batman that made Newmar a pop culture icon. Her sultry performance and distinctive costume endeared her to audiences and solidified her place in television history. Julie Newmar's career has spanned over six decades and has included roles in film, television, and theater. In addition to her iconic role as Catwoman, Newmar has appeared in notable films such as Seven Brides for Seven Brothers and Mackenna's Gold. On television, she has made guest appearances on popular shows like Star Trek and The Twilight Zone. Despite her successful acting career, Newmar never abandoned her love for dance and continued to incorporate it into her performances. Newmar's contributions to the arts extend beyond performing. She holds patents for pantyhose and a type of brassiere, both designed with the comfort and aesthetics of the wearer in mind. She also became an advocate for the LGBTQ+ community after playing a transgender character in the film To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar. Off-screen, Newmar has been recognized for her work in gardening and has even had a rose named in her honor.
- 110Ozzy Osbourne, born John Michael Osbourne on December 3, 1948, is a legendary figure in the world of rock music. Hailing from Birmingham, England, he started his journey of stardom as the lead vocalist of the heavy metal band Black Sabbath in 1968. With Black Sabbath, Osbourne helped pioneer a new genre of music. Despite struggles with substance abuse that led to his departure from the band in 1979, his impact was undeniable and would serve as a launching pad for his subsequent solo career. In the 1980s, Osbourne embarked on a highly successful solo journey, releasing numerous albums that achieved multi-platinum status. His first solo album, Blizzard of Ozz, debuted in 1980 and quickly gained recognition for hits like "Crazy Train" and "Mr. Crowley." However, it wasn't just his musical prowess that kept him in the spotlight. His unpredictable and often controversial behavior earned him the nickname "Prince of Darkness," furthering his mystique and appeal in the entertainment industry. Despite personal challenges and controversies, Osbourne has persisted in the music industry, solidifying his legacy as a rock icon. He's received several accolades, including induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Black Sabbath and a Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance in 1994. Beyond music, Osbourne's life has also been chronicled in reality television, notably through the MTV series The Osbournes, which offered an intimate look at his family life. Ozzy Osbourne's influence and contributions to the music industry are irrefutable, making him a true living legend in the realm of rock and roll.
- 111An immediately recognizable if not always identifiable character actor for over a half-century, James Tolkan provided volume and venom as hot-wired authority figures in such popular films as "Serpico" (1973), "WarGames" (1983), "Top Gun" (1986) and the "Back to the Future" trilogy (1985, 1989, 1990). Though frequently billed far down on the cast list, Tolkan immediately captured audiences' attention through his fire-breathing delivery and demeanor; actors ranging from Al Pacino and Tom Cruise to Joe Mantegna and J.T. Walsh did their best to stand toe-to-toe with him in a scene and not get singed. The 1980s were Tolkan's most prolific period, with "Top Gun" and the first two "Future" films introducing him to the widest audience. In subsequent years, he worked largely in television, though the small screen did little to reduce his outsized energy. One of Hollywood's busiest supporting players, James Tolkan was also one of its most formidable, and in turn, one of its most memorable.
- 112Rolf Harris, an artist of many talents, was born in Perth, Western Australia in 1930. He earned his early education at Perth Modern School and later attended the University of Western Australia, where he studied art. However, it was at the City and Guilds of London Art School that he began to refine his craft, ultimately leading him towards a highly versatile career in entertainment. In addition to being an accomplished painter, Harris gained fame as a musician, singer-songwriter, and television presenter. Harris's television career took off in the mid-1950s when he appeared on BBC's children's program Jigsaw, introducing viewers to his unique ability to create large-scale artworks on live television. This exposure led to his own series, The Rolf Harris Show, which aired from 1967 to 1974. His convivial charm and affable nature made him a household name in the United Kingdom. As a musician, Harris is best known for his ubiquitous hit "Tie Me Kangaroo Down, Sport", a song that remains synonymous with him and Australian culture. Despite his successful career, Harris's later life was marked by controversy and legal issues. In 2014, he was convicted of twelve counts of indecent assault, which marred his reputation significantly. Prior to his conviction, Harris received numerous honors for his contributions to the arts and entertainment, including being appointed an Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) and a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE). These honors were rescinded following his conviction. Harris's story serves as a stark reminder of how one's actions can profoundly impact their legacy, regardless of their achievements.
- 113When actor Gena Rowlands arrived in Hollywood in the 1950s, she could easily have opted to take the Hollywood starlet route. But she shared a creative vision with filmmaker and husband John Cassavetes; preferring instead to use her stunning, camera-loving facial features and natural acting style in unglamorous roles in groundbreaking independent films that launched an entire movement. Devoted to the idea of unearthing complex human emotions rather than painting characters with a one-dimensional Hollywood brush, Rowlands was a key factor in Cassavetes' low budget, documentary-style dramas "Faces" (1968), "A Woman Under the Influence" (1974) and "Opening Night" (1977). Whether playing a suburban housewife or a successful entertainer, Rowlands took risks with unconventional characters who dared to look inwards and question the unfulfilled promises of the status quo. From her acclaimed, Oscar-nominated roles on the 1970s art house circuit, Rowlands spent her later career lending authenticity to more mainstream fare, with Golden Globe and Emmy-winning roles as eccentric mothers and middle-aged women in crisis in television movies and theatrical releases.
- 114Clint Eastwood, a name synonymous with Hollywood's gritty charm and charisma, is celebrated for his remarkable contributions as an actor, filmmaker, musician, and political figure. Born on May 31, 1930 in San Francisco, California, Eastwood's journey to stardom began when he moved to Los Angeles in the 1950s. It was here that he broke into the entertainment industry, initially securing minor roles until he landed his breakthrough role as Rowdy Yates in the television series Rawhide. Eastwood's career took a monumental turn when he ventured into the Spaghetti Western genre under the direction of Sergio Leone. His iconic portrayal of the Man with No Name in films like A Fistful of Dollars, For a Few Dollars More, and The Good, the Bad and the Ugly propelled him to international stardom. However, it was his role as Dirty Harry Callahan in the eponymous five-film series that solidified his status as a bona fide action star. His trademark squint and gravelly voice became cinematic staples, marking him as a symbol of rugged individualism. In addition to his acting career, Eastwood has also made significant contributions behind the camera. His directorial debut came in 1971 with Play Misty for Me, and he has since directed numerous acclaimed films, including Unforgiven, which won four Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Director. Eastwood's influence extends beyond film and television; he served as the Mayor of Carmel-by-the-Sea, California from 1986 to 1988, and his passion for music has seen him score several of his own films. Clint Eastwood's diverse talents and enduring appeal have made him a true icon of American cinema and culture.
- 115Nancy Pelosi, born on March 26, 1940 in Baltimore, Maryland, has widely been recognized as a trailblazer in American politics. Raised in a politically active family, she embarked on her political career by volunteering for the Democratic Party and was first elected to Congress in 1987. Pelosi made history when she became the first woman to hold the position of House Speaker, one of the highest-ranking roles in the U.S. government, in 2007. Pelosi's leadership in Congress has been marked by significant policy triumphs. Among the legislative milestones she spearheaded was the passage of the Affordable Care Act in 2010, which was noted as a landmark reform that expanded healthcare access for millions of Americans. Furthermore, Pelosi's tenure has been characterized by her unyielding advocacy for women's rights, environmental conservation, and economic justice, leaving an indelible mark on American public policy. Despite facing numerous challenges throughout her career, Pelosi has proven her resilience and commitment to the values she holds dear. Her ability to navigate complex political landscapes while maintaining her focus on serving the American people has earned her respect among her peers and constituents alike. As an unwavering advocate for progressive values, Pelosi's impact on American politics serves as a testament to her enduring influence and leadership.
- 116William Caleb Yarborough (March 27, 1939 – December 31, 2023) was an American NASCAR Winston Cup Series driver and owner, businessman, farmer, and rancher. He was one of only two drivers in NASCAR history to win three consecutive championships, winning in 1976, 1977, and 1978. He was one of the preeminent stock car drivers from the 1960s to the 1980s and also competed in IndyCar events. His fame was such that a special model of the Mercury Cyclone Spoiler II was named after him.
- 117Shirley Jones, an iconic figure in the entertainment industry, made a significant mark on both the big and small screens with her unparalleled talent and captivating charm. Born on March 31, 1934, in Charleroi, Pennsylvania, her affinity for performing was evident from an early age and her journey toward stardom began when she won the Miss Pittsburgh contest in 1952. This achievement opened doors for her, leading to a screen test for Rodgers and Hammerstein, the renowned musical writing duo. Impressed by her talent, they cast her in the 1955 film adaptation of their hit musical, Oklahoma!, a role that established her as one of Hollywood's brightest talents. Jones's career continued to flourish with a series of successful roles in celebrated films such as Carousel (1956) and The Music Man (1962). However, it was her portrayal of a prostitute in the 1960 drama Elmer Gantry that truly showcased her acting range and earned her an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress. This accolade cemented her status as one of Hollywood's most versatile actresses. Yet, despite her success in film, Jones also found immense fame on the small screen. Her most recognizable television role came in 1970 when she played Shirley Partridge, the matriarch of a musical family, in the popular sitcom The Partridge Family. Off-screen, Shirley Jones led a rich life filled with accomplishments and personal fulfillment. She was married twice, first to actor Jack Cassidy, with whom she had three sons, and later to comedian Marty Ingels. Despite facing personal challenges, including the tragic loss of her eldest son Shaun, she remained resilient and dedicated to her craft. Throughout her long-established career, Jones has been honored with numerous awards and recognitions, demonstrating her continuing influence on the entertainment industry. Her memoir, Shirley Jones: A Memoir, published in 2013, offers an intimate look into her life and career, encapsulating her enduring legacy in the realm of entertainment.
- 118Though he had written film scores for some of the greatest directors of all time, including Alfred Hitchcock, Oliver Stone, and George Lucas, composer John Williams was clearly defined by his long-running collaboration with Steven Spielberg. Though prolific and accomplished in his own right, Williams reached unprecedented heights, thanks to his iconic scores for Spielberg-helmed classics "Jaws" (1975), "Close Encounters of the Third Kind" (1977), "Raiders of the Lost Ark" (1981) , "E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial" (1982), and "Jurassic Park" (1993). Spielberg even had an indirect hand in Williams composing the music for "Star Wars" (1977), perhaps the most iconic and popular film score ever recorded. In all, Williams was decorated with an incalculable number of awards, including Grammys, Oscars and Golden Globes, while earning a reputation for churning out high quality work but with a rare degree of humility and self-effacement. Outside of his work with Spielberg and Lucas, he was responsible for other culturally-prominent scores, including "Superman: The Movie" (1978) and "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" (2001). Though his output declined in his later years - he was an active conductor of the world's greatest orchestras - Williams remained, without a doubt, the most successful film composer of all time.
- 119James Clayton Dobson, Jr. (born April 21, 1936) is an American evangelical Christian author, psychologist, and founder in 1977 of Focus on the Family (FOTF), which he led until 2010. In the 1980s he was ranked as one of the most influential spokesmen for conservative social positions in American public life. Although never an ordained minister, he was called "the nation's most influential evangelical leader" by The New York Times while Slate portrayed him as a successor to evangelical leaders Jerry Falwell and Pat Robertson.As part of his former role in the organization, he produced Focus on the Family, a daily radio program which according to the organization was broadcast in more than a dozen languages and on over 7,000 stations worldwide, and reportedly heard daily by more than 220 million people in 164 countries. Focus on the Family was also carried by about sixty U.S. television stations daily. Dobson founded the Family Research Council in 1981. He is no longer affiliated with Focus on the Family. Dobson founded Family Talk as a non-profit organization in 2010 and launched a new radio broadcast, Family Talk with Dr. James Dobson, that began on May 3, 2010 on over 300 stations nationwide.
- 120Born William Gary Busey on June 29, 1944, in Goose Creek, Texas, Gary Busey was drawn to the performing arts from a young age. Following his graduation from Oklahoma State University, where he studied theatrical arts, Busey embarked on a prolific acting career that has spanned over five decades. Busey's breakthrough role came in 1978 when he portrayed Buddy Holly in The Buddy Holly Story. This performance garnered him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor, catapulting him into the Hollywood limelight. His distinctive style of acting has seen him cast in a variety of roles, from action films like Lethal Weapon to comedies such as Rookie of the Year. However, it is his ability to embody complex characters with authenticity that has kept audiences captivated. Despite experiencing a near-fatal motorcycle accident in 1988, which resulted in a traumatic brain injury, Busey continued to pursue his passion for acting. His resilience and dedication have not only been evident in his professional life but also in his personal life. Busey has openly shared his battles with substance abuse and his journey towards sobriety, becoming an advocate for mental health and addiction recovery. His enduring spirit and unique persona have made him a captivating figure in the entertainment world.
