Leon Forrestnovelist Forrest's rich, multilayered novels explored black-American history. He is best known for his epic novel, Divine Days. Born: 1937Died: 1997William Flynn1997…
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Junior Wells (Amos Blakemore)Age: 63 Chicago blues singer and harmonica player whose style ranged from traditional, soulful blues to funk. He played with Muddy Waters and Buddy Guy.Died: Jan…
Marjory DouglasAge: 108 writer and environmentalist who helped initiate national interest in the preservation of the Florida Everglades through her 1947 bestseller Everglades: River of Grass…
Marcello Ramos DinsmoreAge: 18 a two-time All-American high school soccer player who was awarded a scholarship to play at UNC-Charlotte in the fall; of injuries sustained in a car…
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The land of Oz has been a source of magic and wonder for generations. The beloved book series, written by L. Frank Baum, has inspired countless readers to dream big and believe in the…
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Burt Lancasteractor, directorBorn: 11/2/1913Birthplace: New York City Academy Award-winning actor and director who parlayed an imposing presence into an impressive range of Hollywood roles. His…
Jan de HartogAge: 88 Dutch writer whose play The Fourposter won the 1952 Tony Award for Best Play. He frequently wrote about fleeing from the Nazis during World War II and about his exploits…
Millicent Carey McIntoshAge: 102 educator and feminist who achieved icon status when she became the first married woman to serve as president of a top college. She was appointed president of…
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