Famous Names aged 87 Page 2

Children's Book Writer

Age :87 (deceased)

Dr. Seuss was an American writer and illustrator of immensely popular children's books, known for their nonsense words, playful rhymes, and unusual creatures.

Stage Actress

Age :87 (deceased)

Julie Harris, an award-winning American actress, captivated audiences with her exceptional stage performances, earning a record eight Tony Awards and three Emmy Awards.

Rock Singer

Age :87 (deceased)

Rock and roll pioneer known for his flamboyant style and hit songs like "Tutti Frutti" and "Long Tall Sally".

Novelist

Age :87 (deceased)

Elmore Leonard was a brilliant author known for his outstanding Westerns, crime fiction, and suspense thrillers, many of which were adapted into films.

TV Show Host

Age :87 (deceased)

Larry King, original name Lawrence Harvey Zeiger, was an American talk-show host known for his easygoing interviewing style on Larry King Live, one of CNN's longest-running and most popular programs.

TV Show Host

Age :87 (deceased)

Chuck Barris was an American game show creator, producer, and host known for hosting The Gong Show and creating The Dating Game and The Newlywed Game. He was also a songwriter.

Political Figure

Age :87 (deceased)

David Ben-Gurion, a key figure in the Zionist movement, served as Israel's first Prime Minister and is revered as the nation's founding father.

Movie Actress

Age :87

Italian actress Sandra Milo rose to stardom for her iconic fountain dance in Fellini's "La Dolce Vita".

Fashion Designer

Age :87 (deceased)

Coco Chanel was a trailblazing fashion designer who revolutionized women's fashion with her comfortable and elegant designs.

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Illustrator

Age :87 (deceased)

Will Eisner was a highly acclaimed and influential cartoonist and writer known for his bold artistry and imaginative storytelling in comics and graphic novels.

Inventor

Age :87 (deceased)

Buckminster Fuller was a multi-talented American architect, writer, inventor, and philosopher known for his contributions to various fields. He coined the term 'Spaceship Earth' and published numerous books.

Auto Racing Driver

Age :87

Janet Guthrie was a pioneering race car driver who became the first woman to compete in the Indianapolis 500 and the Daytona 500.

Business Figure

Age :87 (deceased)

Leona Helmsley was a well-known American businesswoman who had amassed a massive fortune as a hotelier. She was also notorious for her brushes with the law and her tyrannical behavior which earned her the sobriquet the 'Queen of Mean.'.

Explorer

Age :87 (deceased)

Thor Heyerdahl was a Norwegian adventurer known for his Kon-Tiki expedition.

Painter

Age :87

David Hockney is one of the most influential British artists of the 20th century.

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War Figure

Age :87 (deceased)

Kai-shek Chiang was the Premier of the Republic of China and a prominent Chinese politician, revolutionary, and military leader.

Activist

Age :87 (deceased)

Helen Keller was an American author and educator who overcame blindness and deafness to become a symbol of the indomitable human spirit.

Novelist

Age :87 (deceased)

Cormac McCarthy was a celebrated US novelist known for his philosophical, violent, and deeply moving novels.

Non-Fiction Writer

Age :87 (deceased)

Joseph Mitchell was an American writer known for his works of creative nonfiction published in The New Yorker.

Religious Leader

Age :87 (deceased)

Mother Teresa was the founder of the Order of the Missionaries of Charity, a Roman Catholic congregation of women dedicated to helping the poor.

Activist

Age :87 (deceased)

Lucretia Mott was a 19th-century feminist activist, abolitionist, social reformer, and pacifist who helped launch the women's rights movement.

Movie Actor

Age :87 (deceased)

Jack Palance, an iconic actor, captivated audiences with his menacing roles, leaving an indelible mark on cinema with his gravelly voice and unforgettable performances.

Zoologist

Age :87 (deceased)

Roger Tory Peterson, an ornithologist and artist, is known for his pioneering work in birdwatching and his influential field guide that revolutionized bird identification.