Texas

He was a beloved local figure in Detroit, Houston, and Los Angeles.

Ely did most of his own stunts on Tarzan, breaking many bones in the process.

Mothershed Wair faced violent threats and protests just to attend high school.

He also played for the Detroit Lions and coached high school football.

He also worked with gospel legend Kirk Franklin and R&B star Erykah Badu.

He also wrote “Young Girl” for Gary Puckett and the Union Gap.

She earned accolades for her work in “Nashville,” “3 Women,” “Annie Hall” and “Popeye.”

Friedman headed his band, The Texas Jewboys, and once ran for governor.

For years, Brown performed with jazz icon Louis Armstrong.

Canales helped give singer Selena her start when she was 13.