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He helped reshape the drummer’s role in jazz.

Other memorable roles came in “Heathers” and “Endless Love.”

She became a March Madness icon when the team made it to the Final Four in 2018.

Hamilton also was a regular on “The Waltons,” playing Verdie Foster.

As Norm Peterson, Wendt created one of television’s most iconic, enduring and beloved characters.

McMichael later went on to pro wrestling stardom as one of the Four Horseman.

Freeman was a mainstay of Chicago music and came from a family of music “royalty.”

Barge worked with Natalie Cole, The Rolling Stones, James Brown, and many others.

Flores was the creator of the Chicago comedy showcase LatinXL.

She was the last surviving member of Chicago’s famed Barrett Sisters.