LEGACY NEWS
Lives We Remember, Now and Forever
Sean Connery (1930 – 2020), James Bond star and Oscar winner
Connery became a household name as he portrayed the world’s most iconic spy.
Jimmy Orr (1935–2020), former NFL receiver
He won Super Bowl V with the Colts.
Leanza Cornett (1971–2020), former Miss America
Cornett was the first Miss America winner to focus on AIDS awareness for her platform.
Cecilia Chiang (1920–2020), restaurateur who brought authentic Chinese cuisine to the U.S.
Chiang brought the spice and sizzle of traditional Mandarin cooking to the U.S.
Billy Joe Shaver (1939–2020), legendary outlaw country songwriter
His songs were recorded by Willie Nelson, Elvis Presley, and Waylon Jennings.
Reginald Brewster (1917–2020), Tuskegee Airman
Brewster later received his law degree and practiced until his retirement at 90.
LEGACY VIDEOS
We look back on some of the lives of celebrities and newsmakers who died in September 2020. Our video tribute includes Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg; British actress Diana Rigg; “I Am Woman” singer Helen Reddy; and many more.
View tributes to those who have died in the coronavirus pandemic.
Share stories and tributes in honor of America’s veterans.
