Judith Jamison (1943–2024), leader of Alvin Ailey dance troupe

Judith Jamison was an acclaimed dancer and choreographer who eventually became artistic director of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, the famed modern dance company based in New York City.

Shannon Wilcox (1943–2023), actress in Songwriter, Dallas 

Shannon Wilcox was an actress who had a recurring role on “Dallas” and appeared in such movies as “Songwriter” and “Frankie and Johnny.” 

Billie Moore (1943–2022), first U.S. Olympic women’s basketball head coach

Billie Moore was a women’s basketball coach who coached the first U.S. Olympic women’s basketball team to a silver medal in 1976.

Fred Franzia (1943–2022), “Two Buck Chuck” winemaker

Fred Franzia was the co-founder of Bronco Wine Company, best known for their affordable “Two Buck Chuck” Charles Shaw brand.

Hilton Valentine (1943–2021), The Animals guitarist

Hilton Valentine was the founding guitarist for the popular 1960s British Invasion rock band The Animals.

Gale Sayers (1943–2020), Hall of Fame running back with the Chicago Bears

Gale Sayers was a Pro Football Hall of Fame running back who was a Chicago Bears legend, playing for the team from 1965 to 1971.

Jimmy "Superfly" Snuka (1943 - 2017), wrestling hall of famer

Wrestling Hall of Famer Jimmy “Superfly” Snuka has passed away at the age of 73, according to multiple news sources.

Remembering Rock Legend Jack Bruce

Legendary bassist and vocalist Jack Bruce was a member of the classic power trio Cream.

Mary Wells, First Lady of Motown

Born 70 years ago this week, Mary Wells helped shape the Motown sound. We remember some of the ways she blazed trails for the other talented women who came after her...