Died March 8

Smith’s series was adapted into the popular CW show of the same name.

Fugard’s celebrated works explored the oppression of apartheid and its lingering effects.

His work helped advance the technology many people now carry in their pockets.

His “giant monster” movies included “Cyclops” and “Empire of the Ants.”

She appeared in the film version of “The King and I.” 

He was a field judge for Super Bowl XII.

He was featured singing “Stand By Me” in a viral video.

Juster’s other books include “The Dot and the Line” and “Otter Nonsense.”

The Supreme Court upheld busing as an appropriate method to integrate schools

Von Sydow was nominated for two Academy Awards, for “Pelle the Conqueror” (1987) and “Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close” (2011).