Famous Names aged 79 Page 4

Country Singer

Age :79

Donna Fargo, an American country music icon of the 70s, captivated audiences with her chart-topping hits like "The Happiest Girl in the Whole U.S.A.", blending country, pop, and rock influences.

Pianist

Age :79 (deceased)

Jazz pianist and bandleader Earl "Fatha" Hines revolutionized piano jazz, leaving an indelible mark on the genre's evolution.

Business Figure

Age :79

Robert L. Johnson is an American entrepreneur best known as the founder of the BET channel and as the country’s first African American billionaire.

Novelist

Age :79

Dean Koontz is a bestselling author known for his suspense thrillers that often incorporate elements of horror, fantasy, science fiction, mystery, and satire.

Political Figure

Age :79

Kyi Aung San Suu is the daughter of Myanmar's independence hero, General Aung San, and a prominent political figure in Myanmar.

Royal Family Member

Age :79 (deceased)

Liliuokalani, Hawaii's last monarch, composed over 150 songs and is renowned for her musical contributions.

Equestrian

Age :79 (deceased)

Larry Mahan is an American rodeo legend, renowned for his exceptional bull riding skills. A six-time PRCA World Champion, he conquered the rodeo arena with unmatched talent and determination.

Lawyer

Age :79

Harriet Miers is an American lawyer who served as White House counsel to President George W. Bush and was named #1 of the Top 50 Most Influential Lawyers in 1998.

Novelist

Age :79 (deceased)

Iris Murdoch was a renowned novelist and philosopher known for her exploration of good and evil, sexual relationships, morality, and the power of the unconscious. She also became well-known for her public decline after being diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.

Prime Minister

Age :79

Ehud Olmert is an Israeli politician and lawyer who served as the 12th Prime Minister of Israel and was the mayor of Jerusalem.

Political Figure

Age :79

Daniel Ortega is a Nicaraguan politician who has been the country's president and is widely recognized as its most famous political figure.

Football Player

Age :79

Vince Papale is a former professional American football player who beat the odds and made the Philadelphia Eagles' roster as a 30-year-old rookie with no NFL experience.

Royal Family Member

Age :79 (deceased)

Queen Liliuokalani was the last sovereign monarch of the Hawaiian Kingdom and the only queen regnant.

Newscaster

Age :79

Diane Sawyer is an American television broadcast journalist known for anchoring major programs on two networks including ABC World News Tonight, Good Morning America, 20/20, and Primetime newsmagazine while at ABC News.

Novelist

Age :79

Whitley Strieber is an American writer known for his novels and non-fiction book about alien contact.

Guitarist

Age :79

Pete Townshend, a legendary guitarist and songwriter, co-founded The Who, leaving an indelible mark on rock music with his groundbreaking guitar techniques and thought-provoking songwriting.

Governor

Age :79 (deceased)

George Wallace was a four-time governor of Alabama and a prominent leader in the South's fight against racial integration.

Novelist

Age :79 (deceased)

H. G. Wells is known as the 'father of science fiction' and is famous for his novels like The Time Machine and The War of the Worlds.

Poet

Age :79 (deceased)

William Carlos Williams was a prolific American poet known for his innovative and influential work.

Fiction Writer

Age :79

Connie Willis is an American science fiction and fantasy writer who is one of the most honored authors in the genre, with numerous Hugo and Nebula Awards to her name.

Movie Actress

Age :79 (deceased)

Annie Girardot, an iconic French actress, renowned for her captivating performances in diverse roles, leaving a lasting legacy in French cinema.

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Age :79

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Political Figure

Age :79 (deceased)

Coleman Young was Detroit's first black mayor and the city's longest-serving chief executive.

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Age :79

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Political Figure

Age :79 (deceased)

Sir Robert Anthony Eden, 1st Earl of Avon, was a British politician who served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and Leader of the Conservative Party from 1955 until his resignation in 1957.