Born May 1937

He collaborated with Buddy Holly and took over as lead singer for the Crickets after his death.

He played on hits for artists like Tom Jones, Petula Clark, and Dusty Springfield.

He founded Dudley Products, Inc. in 1967.

He won 16 consecutive Gold Glove Awards and was an 18-time All-Star.

He co-created “Catskills on Broadway.”

He also worked on Robert F. Kennedy’s presidential campaign.

He famously sacked Packers quarterback Bart Starr seven times in a 1962 game.

She played landlady Mrs. Hudson on the BBC drama “Sherlock.”

He introduced book series including Harry Potter and the Hunger Games to the U.S.

He also had a hit song with “If I Had a Hammer.”