Born 1952

Brabner was the widow of pioneering independent comics creator Harvey Pekar.

Zulli earned three Eisner nominations for his work on noted “Sandman” arc “The Wake.”

Kasten was a mainstay on New York comedy stages in the 1970s and ‘80s.

Walton was already a basketball great when he began making waves as a broadcaster.

Buckner’s character in Grease was the most, to say the least.

His confrontational work took down homophobia, fascism, and authority of all types.

He was part of the infamous trade for future Hall of Famer Tom Seaver.

She also worked on “Blue’s Clues” and “Winx Club.”

Her opera career spanned nearly three decades on stages across the world.

His movies included “The Doors” and “Natural Born Killers.”