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Gena Rowlands

1930 - 2024

Actress best known for her collaborations with husband John Cassavetes in "A Woman Under the Influence" and "Gloria."

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Salman Rushdie

1947 -

Indian-born British writer whose most famous work, "The Satanic Verses," placed him at the center of the free speech debate.

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Lou Gehrig

1903 - 1941

Known as the "Iron Horse," this MLB Hall of Famer played 17 seasons with the NY Yankees before retiring due to ALS complications.

2019

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Joy Harjo, renowned for evocative poetry that weaves Indigenous culture and personal narrative, is appointed America's first Native American poet laureate, a historic moment celebrating her powerful voice and rich storytelling.

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