Kris Hallenga (1985–2024), CoppaFeel! breast cancer awareness founder

Kris Hallenga was a writer who promoted early breast cancer detection for young women after her own diagnosis at the age of 23.

Tyler Christopher (1972–2023), played Nikolas on General Hospital

Tyler Christopher was an actor known for his soap opera roles, starring as Nikolas Cassadine on “General Hospital” and Stefan Di Mera on “Days of Our Lives.” 

Ida Applebroog (1929–2023), political multimedia artist 

Ida Applebroog was a multimedia artist whose work confronted gender, depression, sexual identity, mental health, and social politics. 

Ken Balcomb (1940–2022), scientist who worked to save orcas

Ken Balcomb was the founder of the Center for Whale Research, who worked to save wild orcas from extinction.

Louise Tobin (1918–2022), singer who helped discover Frank Sinatra

Louise Tobin was a big band singer who helped get his first big break with her husband’s band.

Brenda Banks (1949–2020), pioneering animator who worked on “Wizards,” “King of the Hill”

Brenda Banks was one of the first Black women to work as an animator, with credits including “Wizards,” “The Simpsons,” and “King of the Hill.”

John Reilly (1934–2021), star of “General Hospital” and “Passions”

John Reilly was an actor known for prominent roles in soap operas including “General Hospital” and “Passions.”

Philip McKeon (1964–2019), “Alice” star

Played Alice’s son Tommy on the popular sitcom..

Bibi Andersson (1935–2019), Swedish actress starred in 13 Ingmar Bergman films

Bibi Andersson brought warmth and beauty to the films of Ingmar Bergman as she starred in 13 of the acclaimed director's movies.

Kevin Towers (1961 – 2018), former Padres, Diamondbacks GM

Led the Padres to the World Series in 1998…

Mose Allison (1927–2016), jazz and blues pianist

Mose Allison was a legendary blues and jazz pianist.

10 Facts About Kurt Vonnegut

Kurt Vonnegut wrote great characters – and he was a bit of a character himself.On the anniversary of his death, we present 10 facts you may not have known about the literary giant.

LaVern Baker Swings

To honor the 15th anniversary of LaVern Baker's death, we're listening to a few of her greatest tracks...