Famous Names aged 76 Page 4

Poet

Age :76 (deceased)

J. Alfred Prufrock is a fictional character in T.S. Eliot's 'The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock', known for his indecisiveness and introspection.

Criminal

Age :76

Gary Ridgway, also known as the Green River Killer, is an infamous American serial killer who terrorized Washington State during the 1980s and 1990s.

Philosopher

Age :76 (deceased)

Anselm, Archbishop of Canterbury, renowned medieval philosopher, and theologian, famed for ontological argument proving God's existence.

Jurist

Age :76

Clarence Thomas, the second African-American ever appointed to the US Supreme Court, has become a key figure in Trump's America. He is known for his conservative viewpoint and has voted consistently with conservatives on various issues.

Political Figure

Age :76 (deceased)

Boris Yeltsin was the first freely elected leader in Russia's history.

Young Adult Writer

Age :76

Laurence Yep is a prolific American author known for his children's and young adult books.

Novelist

Age :76 (deceased)

Anthony Burgess, known for his dystopian novel "A Clockwork Orange," explores themes of free will, violence, and language's role in society through dark humor and social commentary.

Religious Leader

Age :76 (deceased)

Basil Hume, Archbishop of Westminster from 1976-1999, championed interfaith dialogue, social justice, and Vatican II reforms, leaving a lasting impact on the Catholic Church.

Political Figure

Age :76 (deceased)

Benjamin Disraeli was a British statesman and novelist who served as prime minister and provided the Conservative Party with its policies of popular democracy.

Director

Age :76 (deceased)

Karel Reisz, a key figure in British cinema, directed acclaimed films like "Saturday Night and Sunday Morning," adapting literary works into cinematic masterpieces.

Songwriter

Age :76

Chris de Burgh, an Irish singer-songwriter, gained fame for his hit songs "The Lady in Red" and "Don't Pay the Ferryman".

Jazz Singer

Age :76 (deceased)

Dakota Staton, an influential jazz singer, captivated audiences with her powerful voice, leaving an indelible mark on the music world.

Guitarist

Age :76

John Oates, part of the iconic duo Hall & Oates, is a renowned singer, songwriter, and musician, known for their chart-topping hits and enduring musical legacy.

Novelist

Age :76

Deborah Moggach is a British writer known for her novels, TV adaptations, and film scripts.

Composer

Age :76 (deceased)

English composer known for orchestral works like "Enigma Variations" and "Pomp and Circumstance Marches".

Spy

Age :76 (deceased)

Kim Philby was a British intelligence officer and a double agent for the Soviet Union, known for being a member of the Cambridge Five spy ring.

Novelist

Age :76 (deceased)

Bernice Rubens was a Welsh novelist who became the first woman to win the Booker Prize in 1970 for her novel 'The Elected Member'.

Playwright

Age :76

Julia Donaldson is an English writer and playwright, best known for her popular rhyming stories for children.

Movie Actor | Soundtrack

Age :76 (deceased)

Clifton Webb was an American actor, dancer, and singer known for his Oscar-nominated roles in films such as Laura and The Razor's Edge.

Movie Actress

Age :76

Marianne Muellerleile is a renowned German mathematician and computer scientist, specializing in formal language theory, automata theory, and concurrency theory.

Entrepreneur

Age :76

Duncan Bannatyne is a Scottish entrepreneur, philanthropist, and author famous for his role on Dragons' Den.

Pop Singer

Age :76

Lulu is a Scottish pop singer known for her iconic hits, including the 1964 cover of The Isley Brothers' song 'Shout'.

Comic Book Writer

Age :76 (deceased)

Jack Kirby was an influential American comic book artist, writer, and editor, known for his major contributions to the medium and his prolific and influential creations.

Movie Actor | Soundtrack

Age :76 (deceased)

Anthony Valentine was a distinguished actor known for his urbane features and fine voice.

Movie Actress

Age :76

Carol Hawkins is a blonde, beautiful, and extremely likable actress known for her appearances in The Body Stealers (1969) and other films.