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He co-wrote songs like “Bell Bottom Blues.”

Christie also had hits with “Rhapsody in the Rain” and “I’m Gonna Make You Mine.”

He was managing director of the International Monetary Fund before his presidency.

McCartney was also coach of the Colorado Buffaloes for 13 seasons.

Melton was the first Chicago player to lead the American League in home runs.

She wrote 40 best-selling novels.

She helped restore calm to a state rocked by corruption in its political leadership.

He played with countless jazz greats, including Parker, Coltrane, Davis, Getz, Monk, Brubeck, and others.

Her signature work is “Cry,” a 1971 solo dance piece choreographed by Alvin Ailey.

He reprised his role more than 40 years later in “Halloween Kills.”