Every day, Legacy publishes tributes to people from all walks of life. Here in our daily news section, we say goodbye to those headline names known across the nation.
He played with countless jazz greats, including Parker, Coltrane, Davis, Getz, Monk, Brubeck, and others.
LaFlamme’s musical masterwork became one of the abiding anthems of the 1960s.
Allison wrote about her sexual abuse, class struggles and being queer in the South.
He also wrote and illustrated children’s books like “Jamberry” and “I Gotta Draw.”
He guided USC to four Rose Bowl victories over two nonconsecutive tenures as head coach.
Donaldson’s 1950s records for Blue Note are considered absolute classics.
Her signature work is “Cry,” a 1971 solo dance piece choreographed by Alvin Ailey.
Her celebrated folk songs were beloved by generations of children.
He had a role in four of six “Final Destination” movies, one due next year.
Allison’s 85 Winston Cup wins make him NASCAR’s No. 4 of all time.