Born May 7

He co-wrote the band’s biggest hit, “Here I Go Again.”

He successfully jumped over the fountains at Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas.

He was a star player at Syracuse University.

He had notable roles on “M*A*S*H,” “Police Woman,” and “The Sopranos.”

His Everest expedition pioneered the modern U.S. mountaineering and outdoor industry.

Republican power broker was in the Senate for more than 30 years.

Former NFL and AFL quarterback…

Theater and film director founded L.A.’s flagship Mark Taper Forum.

He wrote two best-selling books, including the much-loved “Big Russ and Me.”

He won three championships with the Baltimore Colts in an 18-year career.