Died November 16

Java fought with the city of Los Angeles over its laws outlawing cross-dressing.

He was one of the top male ballet dancers of his time.

Wharton was the first African American president of a major, majority-white university.

He won the 1967 Kentucky Derby, riding Proud Clarion.

He earned the nickname “Jumpin’ Johnny” during his time with the Knicks.

He wrote their hit “Too Hot” and cowrote many other classic songs.

She won the Booker Prize for “Possession” and was shortlisted for “The Children’s Book.”

He earned the nickname “the 101st senator” for his influence in Washington.

She had a recurring role as Meg Masters on the series.

He was a Holocaust survivor.