Born April 1928

She founded the Robert F. Kennedy Center for Justice and Human Rights.

Her work contributed to ASL being recognized as a distinct language.

He also composed songs for musicians including Count Basie and Bob Hope.

She voiced Mrs. Potato Head in the “Toy Story” series.

Carney later became a franchisee of Papa John’s and starred in a memorable ad.

She was a newspaper columnist and television host in Washington, D.C.

Cuban trumpet legend…

Few actors could register disbelief, exasperation or annoyance with more comic subtlety.

Beloved poet and activist Maya Angelou was a source of inspiration and strength for millions of Americans from all walks of life.

She sang, danced, sobbed and grinned her way into the hearts of Depression-era moviegoers.