Brian Matusz (1987–2025), former Baltimore Orioles pitcher

Brian Matusz was a left-handed pitcher best known for his years with the Baltimore Orioles in the 2000s and 2010s. 

Sergio Mendes (1941–2024), brought bossa nova to the U.S. charts

Sergio Mendes was a Brazilian musician best known for songs like “Mas Que Nada” and “The Look of Love,” which helped bring bossa nova and samba music to the U.S. charts.

Michael Lerner (1943–2024), activist and founder of Tikkun magazine

Rabbi Michael Lerner was a political and social activist, as well as the founder of the progressive faith-based magazine, Tikkun. 

Russell Morash (1936–2024), This Old House creator

Russell Morash was a TV producer who pioneered how-to TV as the creator of “This Old House” and director of “The French Chef,” among other PBS shows.

Maryse Condé (1934–2024), icon of Caribbean literature 

Maryse Condé was a French author best known for her work focused on the African diaspora, especially in the Caribbean, as explored in her best known novel, “Ségou.”

Chris Smith (1992–2023), Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end

Chris Smith was a defensive end who played for NFL teams including the Jacksonville Jaguars, Cleveland Browns, and Cincinnati Bengals.

Mary Quant (1930–2023), pioneering miniskirt designer

Dame Mary Quant was a British fashion designer who pioneered 1960s styles including the miniskirt and hotpants.

Lucile Randon (1904–2023), world’s oldest person

Lucile Randon , also known as Sister André, was the world’s oldest person and the fourth-oldest authenticated person in history.

Conrad Janis (1928–2022), Mindy’s dad on “Mork & Mindy”

Conrad Janis was an actor and jazz musician known for roles including Fred McConnell, Mindy’s father, on the TV sitcom “Mork & Mindy.”

Sidney Walton (1919–2021), WWII veteran known for “No Regrets” tour

Sidney Walton was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II who became known as he traveled the U.S. to meet state governors in the last three years of his life.

Ari Gold (1974–2021), trailblazing LGBTQ musician and DJ

Ari Gold was a singer, songwriter, and DJ known for songs including “Where the Music Takes You.”

Susan Bernard (1948–2019), “Faster, Pussycat! Kill! Kill!” actress

She became publisher of her father’s famous Marilyn Monroe photos.

Burt Reynolds (1936–2018), Hollywood superstar known for “The Longest Yard” and “Smokey and the Bandit”

Charismatic actor was Hollywood’s biggest draw in the 1970s.

Sonny Landham (1941 - 2017), Predator star

Actor co-starred in “Predator”…

Leon Haywood (1942–2016), R&B singer-songwriter

Velvety-voiced R&B singer-songwriter Leon Haywood was known best for his 1970s single "I Want'a Do Something Freaky to You."

John Schnabel (1920 - 2016), Gold Rush reality TV star

John Schnabel, an Alaskan gold miner and family patriarch on the reality TV show “Gold Rush,” has died, according to multiple news sources. He was 96. Schnabel, who owned a claim to the Big Nugget mine in Porcupine Creek, Alaska, died March 18 in his sleep, according to his family. “Thank you all for the kind words,” wrote John Schabel’s grandson, Peter Schnabel, in a Twitter message. “John lived a great life and was one of a kind. I am glad the world got to see an amazing man.” The show, which airs on the Discovery Channel cable network, is currently in its sixth season. The first season, titled “Gold Rush – Alaska,” aired on the channel in December 2010. It follows the escapades of a group of miners who initially took up the mining pursuit because they had lost their jobs in Sandy, Oregon. During the show’s second season, when the show’s name was shortened to “Gold Rush,” John Schnabel decided to step down and give the Big Nugget mine to grandson Parker Schnabel.

Otis Clay (1942 - 2016), Blues Hall of Famer

Otis Clay, a soul singer and member of the Blues Hall of Fame, has died of a heart attack, according to The Associated Press. He was 73.

Glamorous Eva Gabor

When people think ofEva Gabor, there's one memorable role that probably comes to mind. Get ready for an earworm that's going to stay with you all day.

Leslie Nielsen, Straight Man

When Leslie Nielsen died Nov. 28, 2010, his death had many reflecting on his legacy of laughter. Today we're taking a look at his often overlooked career as a dramatic actor.