Born 1946

He broke the color barrier as the first Black player at the University of Houston.

She was a mentor and mother figure to younger generations of trans people.

Her many movies included “The Godfather,” “Father of the Bride,” and “Something’s Gotta Give.”

He was a fan favorite on the hit sitcom for years.

His eerie music set the tone for the hit TV series.

Hurst played Deputy Cletus Hogg, Boss Hogg’s cousin, for five seasons.

Robertson became wealthy with his duck call business and famous with his reality show.

Mass had a successful career as a broadcaster and trailer after his racing days ended.

Roman was inducted into the Country Gospel Music Hall of Fame.

Allen also had roles on “The Waltons,” “Marcus Welby, M.D.,” and others.