Born July 13

Schwartz’s digital films came decades before CGI was commonplace.

He also advocated for the environment and wrote about ecological issues.

He worked with the Williams sisters.

He played flute on the “Peter Gunn” theme.

He played filmmaker Salvatore in “Cinema Paradiso.”

His books told children stories of the Black experience.

She was a pioneer of postmodern dance.

Daniel “MF DOOM” Dumile was one of the most influential rap lyricists of the 2000s.

Robert Forster was known for his performances in movies including “Jackie Brown” and “Mulholland Drive” as well as TV shows “Breaking Bad” and “Twin Peaks.” The veteran actor began his career …

Artist for Richie Rich, Casper the Friendly Ghost, and co-creator of Arak, Son of Thunder.