Toumani Diabaté (1965–2024), influential West African musician

Toumani Diabaté was a Malian musician and composer best known for his innovative work on the kora, through which he blended traditional West African music with influences like jazz, flamenco, and others.

Mike Howe (1965–2021), lead singer for Metal Church

Mike Howe was the lead singer for the heavy metal band Metal Church.

Johnny Solinger (1965–2021), singer for Skid Row

Johnny Solinger was the singer for the metal band Skid Row from 1999 to 2015.

Lynn Shelton (1965–2020), “Little Fires Everywhere,” “Humpday” director

Lynn Shelton was a writer, director, and producer known for films including “Humpday” (2009), as well as for directing episodes of TV shows including “Little Fires Everywhere,” “Mad Men,” and “GLOW.”