He played with countless jazz greats, including Parker, Coltrane, Davis, Getz, Monk, Brubeck, and others.
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Donaldson’s 1950s records for Blue Note are considered absolute classics.
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Her signature work is “Cry,” a 1971 solo dance piece choreographed by Alvin Ailey.
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Her celebrated folk songs were beloved by generations of children.
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He had a role in four of six “Final Destination” movies, one due next year.
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He was a beloved local figure in Detroit, Houston, and Los Angeles.
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Nelson had her own Top 40 single in 1988 with “Marc Anthony’s Tune.”
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His post-basketball career included community activism and charitable work.
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He also had a recurring role on “NYPD Blue” among his dozens of acting credits.
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Kent helped launch the musical careers of icons like Jay-Z and Notorious B.I.G.