Bob Graham (1936-2024), former U.S. senator and Florida governor

Bob Graham was a Democratic politician who served as the governor of Florida in the 1970s and ‘80s and went on to become a three-term U.S. senator.

Zahara (1987–2023), South African music star

Zahara was a singer and songwriter who became a massive music star in South Africa with such chart-topping singles as “Phendula,” “Impilo,” and “Stay.” 

Edward Sexton (1942–2023), tailor who helped define British rock style

Edward Sexton was a tailor and fashion designer whose work, sometimes in collaboration with Tommy Nutter, helped define the look and style of late 1960s and early 1970s British rock.

Ron “Patch” Hamilton (1950–2023), Patch the Pirate singer and songwriter

Ron “Patch” Hamilton was a singer and songwriter who created the “Patch the Pirate” series of Christian recordings for children.

Tom Weiskopf (1942–2022), former British Open golf champion 

Tom Weiskopf was a pro golfer who won 16 PGA Tour titles including the 1973 British Open and then became a prominent golf course designer.

Charlie Robinson (1945–2021), starred as Mac on “Night Court”

Charlie Robinson was an actor best known for starring as Mac, the clerk of the court on the 1980s and ‘90s sitcom “Night Court.”

Lois Ehlert (1934–2021), “Chicka Chicka Boom Boom” illustrator

Lois Ehlert was an illustrator known for children’s books including the classic “Chicka Chicka Boom Boom.”

Bob Gibson (1935–2020), Hall of Fame Cardinals pitcher

Bob Gibson was a flame throwing Hall of Fame starting pitcher for the St. Louis Cardinals for 17 seasons. Gibson had more than 3,000 strikeouts, 3,117 in total, becoming only the second player in baseball history to do so at the time. He won 251 games with a career 2.91 ERA. He won two World Series with the Cardinals and was the NL MVP in 1968.

Benny Mardones (1946–2020), “Into the Night” singer

Benny Mardones was a singer known for the hit song “Into the Night” which hit the top 20 on the Billboard charts twice.

Charles Sanna (1917–2019), invented Swiss Miss Cocoa

Charles Sanna invented Swiss Miss Cocoa, the first hot cocoa mix that could be made with hot water instead of milk.

Wayne Duke (1928 - 2017), Big Ten commissioner

Wayne Duke, the collegiate sports executive who worked to expand the NCAA basketball tournament during his 18-year tenure as commissioner of the Big Ten, died Wednesday, March 29, 2017, according to multiple news sources. He was 88.

Century Spotlight: Sargent Shriver

Sargent Shriver (1915 – 2011) was one of the architects of our modern society, a dedicated public servant who founded many of the organizations that make the U.S. a successful and compassionate country. Now, 100 years after his birth, we're remembering some of Shriver's greatest achievements:

Remembering Mary Travers

In a soft but strong voice, the Peter Paul & Mary singer called for social change.

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...

Hedy Lamarr: Actress and Inventor

If you’re reading this over a Wi-Fi connection, you have Hedy Kiesler Markey to thank.