Winston Hill (1941 - 2016), New York Jets Super Bowl champ

Winston Hill, the former New York Jets tackle who helped protect quarterback Joe Namath in the Jets' 1969 Super Bowl win, died April 26, according to multiple news sources, including The Associated Press. He was 74. In a news release, the team's owner, Woody Johnson, said Hill was "one of the Jets' all-time greats." "I was very sad to hear of the passing of Winston Hill," Johnson said. "He was our most decorated player with a franchise-record eight all-star game appearances. And as accomplished as he was on the field, he was an even better person whose profound impact on his teammates and those who came in contact with him left an impression for a lifetime. "He was the type of man who, if you were his friend, you thought you were his best friend."

Helen Reddy (1941–2020), singer known for feminist anthem “I Am Woman”

Helen Reddy was an Australian singer whose hits included the 1972 chart-topping feminist anthem “I Am Woman.”

Anne Rice (1941–2021), ‘The Vampire Chronicles’ author

Anne Rice , the author of the popular vampire novel series ‘The Vampire Chronicles,’ died Saturday evening, her son Christopher announced on social media.

Lee Lawson (1941–2022), played Bea Reardon on “Guiding Light”

Lee Lawson was an actress best known for her performance on the soap opera “Guiding Light.”

Jim Seals (1941–2022), half of soft rock duo Seals and Crofts

Jim Seals was half of the popular 1970s soft rock duo Seals and Crofts, known for hits including “Summer Breeze.”

Lucious Jackson (1941–2022), former Philadelphia 76ers star 

Lucious Jackson was a former NBA all-star with the Philadelphia 76ers who helped them win the 1967 NBA championship.

Andy Russell (1941–2024), 12-year Pittsburgh Steelers veteran

Andy Russell was a linebacker for 12 years with the Pittsburgh Steelers and won two Super Bowls with the team.

John Sinclair (1941–2024), poet, activist and counterculture icon 

John Sinclair was a Detroit-based poet, activist, and counterculture icon as well as the manager of the pioneering rock group MC5.

Charles Shyer (1941–2024), Father of the Bride writer-director

Charles Shyer was a filmmaker known for such movies as “Private Benjamin,” which he co-wrote and co-produced, and “Father of the Bride,” which he co-wrote and directed.