Jesse Colin Young (1941–2025), Youngbloods frontman

Jesse Colin Young was the founder and frontman of the band the Youngbloods, best known for their enduring classic about peace, “Get Together,” originally written by Chet Powers.0

Jody Miller (1941–2022), “Queen of the House” country singer

Jody Miller was a country singer known for her 1965 hit, “Queen of the House.”

Tova Borgnine (1941–2022), founder of Beauty by Tova

Tova Borgnine was the founder of Beauty by Tova cosmetics and the widow of actor .

Bill Freehan (1941–2021), All-Star catcher with the Detroit Tigers

Bill Freehan was a catcher for the Detroit Tigers in the 1960s and ‘70s, who helped lead the team to a 1968 World Series win against the St. Louis Cardinals.

Mike Ryan (1941–2020), former Red Sox and Phillies catcher

Mike Ryan was a former MLB catcher who played with the Red Sox, Phillies, and Pirates. He was the catcher on the 1967 Red Sox “Impossible Dream” team.  

Dr. John (1941–2019), New Orleans music legend

Legendary New Orleans musician Dr. John won 6 Grammys and was a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Mel Stottlemyre (1941 – 2019), Yankees legend

Mel Stottlemyre (1941 – 2019) was a five time All-Star pitcher for the New York Yankees who became a top pitching coach. He was a Yankee his entire playing career, winning 20 games 3 times when the Yankees were not at the top of the league. He became a highly sought after pitching coach who tutored Dwight Gooden and Roger Clemons, winning 4 World Series rings as a coach with the Yankees and one with the Mets.

Wayne Jackson (1941 - 2016), Memphis Horns trumpet player

Wayne Jackson, the trumpet player and one-half of the legendary Memphis Horns that backed hit records by Otis Redding, Sam & Dave, and others, died June 21, 2016.

Tom Fogerty: The Other Fogerty in Creedence Clearwater Revival

When you think of Creedence Clearwater Revival, you probably think of John Fogerty and his distinctive voice belting out hits like "Fortunate Son" and "Proud Mary." But John wasn't the only Fogerty in CCR. We're remembering John's older brother and one-time bandmate, Tom Fogerty, born Nov. 9, 1941, by listening to a few favorite songs...