Greg Hildebrandt (1939–2024), iconic fantasy artist

Greg Hildebrandt was an artist best known for his works of fantasy and science fiction set in the worlds of Middle-earth, plus “Star Wars” and Magic: The Gathering, often created in partnership with his late twin brother, Tim Hildebrandt.

Bobby Hull (1939–2023), hockey Hall of Famer with the Black Hawks

Bobby Hull was a legendary Hall of Fame hockey player for the Chicago Black Hawks.

Sonny Chiba (1939–2021), “Kill Bill” star and martial arts legend

Sonny Chiba was a Japanese martial artist and actor known for roles in the “Kill Bill” series and “The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift.”

Norma Tanega (1939–2019), folk singer who had a hit with “Walkin’ My Cat Named Dog”

Norma Tanega  was a folk singer and experimental musician who had a single hit, the 1966 song “Walkin’ My Cat Named Dog.” The track reached No. 22 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was later covered by artists including Dr. Hook & the Medicine Show, Yo La Tengo, and They Might Be Giants. Her other songs include “You’re Dead,” which was used as the theme song for the 2015 movie “What We Do in the Shadows.” Tanega was also a songwriter who wrote and cowrote songs for Dusty Springfield, with whom she had a romantic relationship, including “No Stranger Am I,” “The Colour of Your Eyes,” and Midnight Sounds.”

Julius Lester (1939 - 2018), author of award-winning children's book "To Be a Slave"

Julius Lester, an author, musician, civil rights activist and university professor who made a late-life conversion to Judaism, has died, according to The Associated Press. He was 78.

Earl Faison (1939–2016), San Diego Chargers defensive end

Earl Faison, a former San Diego Chargers defensive end, died June 12, 2016, according to the team. He was 77.

Phil Everly Remembered

Brothers Phil and Don Everly helped shape the sound of rock 'n' roll and won the hearts of millions in the process.

Sal Mineo: The Switchblade Kid

We look back at the life and work of actor Sal Mineo, tragically murdered in an alley in West Hollywood just as his stalled career was on the upswing.