The wife of Rev. Ralph Abernathy, she helped plan the Montgomery Bus Boycott
Died September 2019
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Her 19 novels brought the South to life for a generation of readers.
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Jeff Fenholt starred in the original Broadway production of “Jesus Christ Superstar,” playing the title role.
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Colorful Texas businessman was a generous philanthropist.
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Kurt Cobain and Sonic Youth were fans of his music.
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Sam Davis won four Super Bowls with the Steelers blocking for Bradshaw, Harris, and Bleier.
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Jarrid Wilson was an associate pastor at California megachurch Harvest Christian Fellowship, known for his mental health advocacy.
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Longtime Detroit Pistons broadcaster moved to the Cavaliers in 2006.
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NFL linebacker Neiron Ball was also a standout defensive player at the University of Florida.
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Johnson Products, which created Afro Sheen and Ultra Sheen, was the first black-owned company traded on the American Stock Exchange