Born August 1935

Jay, a pitcher, got signed to the big leagues two months before he turned 18.

He also authored the “Hollywood Murder Mysteries” book series.

She was the first woman to head the U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs.

His work was often associated with the New Hollywood movement of the 1970s.

His invention made it easy for beginners to ride the waves.

He was also the first Black pitcher in the AL to win a World Series game.

Jordan became president of the National Urban League when he was in his 30s.

She was the widow of comic legend Dom DeLuise.

The 1968 play was one of the first to portray the lives of gay men on stage.

Became the first black manager in the major leagues in 1975…