Charley Pride An American artist whose rich baritone voice broke down barriers in country music was also the first Black star to be inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. Charley Pride An American artist whose rich baritone voice broke down barriers in country music was also the first Black star to be inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.

HRH Prince Philip Born a Prince of Greece and Denmark, the beloved husband of Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom was the longest-serving royal consort in British history. HRH Prince Philip Born a Prince of Greece and Denmark, the beloved husband of Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom was the longest-serving royal consort in British history.

Christopher Plummer One of the great Shakespearean actors of the 20th century, who acquired global recognition for his portrayal of Baron von Trapp in the film 'The Sound of Music.' Christopher Plummer One of the great Shakespearean actors of the 20th century, who acquired global recognition for his portrayal of Baron von Trapp in the film 'The Sound of Music.'

Sean Connery A movie legend who shot to international stardom as the sexy and charismatic British agent James Bond, went on to dominate the silver screen for four decades. Sean Connery A movie legend who shot to international stardom as the sexy and charismatic British agent James Bond, went on to dominate the silver screen for four decades.

Kirk Douglas A Hollywood Golden Age icon whose rugged good looks and muscular intensity made him a commanding presence in films like Spartacus and Paths of Glory. Kirk Douglas A Hollywood Golden Age icon whose rugged good looks and muscular intensity made him a commanding presence in films like Spartacus and Paths of Glory.

Dame Vera Lynn She was a 'national treasure' with a comforting clear voice, a beacon of hope during the nation’s darkest hour and synonymous with the spirit of wartime Britain. Dame Vera Lynn She was a 'national treasure' with a comforting clear voice, a beacon of hope during the nation’s darkest hour and synonymous with the spirit of wartime Britain.

Olivia de Havilland A true Classic Hollywood legend, best-known for her roles in the films, Gone with the Wind, To Each His Own, The Adventures of Robin Hood and The Heiress. Olivia de Havilland A true Classic Hollywood legend, best-known for her roles in the films, Gone with the Wind, To Each His Own, The Adventures of Robin Hood and The Heiress.

Kenneth Donald Rogers One of the greatest entertainment stars of our time with an immensely successful career in country music and pop charts with hits like ‘Lucille’ and ‘The Gambler.’ Kenneth Donald Rogers One of the greatest entertainment stars of our time with an immensely successful career in country music and pop charts with hits like ‘Lucille’ and ‘The Gambler.’

Max Von Sydow The legendary Swedish-born, French television, stage and movie actor is one of the most admired actors of both the last century and the early years of this one. Max Von Sydow The legendary Swedish-born, French television, stage and movie actor is one of the most admired actors of both the last century and the early years of this one.

Elizabeth Taylor One of the popular icon of Hollywood’s Golden Age, a British-American actress known for her talented beauty, was also a businesswoman and humanitarian. Elizabeth Taylor One of the popular icon of Hollywood’s Golden Age, a British-American actress known for her talented beauty, was also a businesswoman and humanitarian.

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