OR

12 Aug, 1881
21 Jan, 1959
77 years
Heart attack
American
Male
“Give me any two pages of the Bible and I'll give you a picture.”
“I win my awards at the box office.”
“It is impossible for us to break the law. We can only break ourselves against the law.”
“The person who makes a success of living is the one who sees his goal steadily and aims for it unswervingly.”
“Creation is a drug I can't do without.”
DeMille directed over 70 films during his career.
DeMille won an Academy Award for Best Picture for "The Greatest Show on Earth" (1952).
He co-founded Paramount Pictures in 1914.
His most famous works include "The Ten Commandments" and "Cleopatra."

22 Dec, 1960
12 Aug, 1988
27 years
Heroin overdose
American
Male
“I wanted to be a star, not a gallery mascot.”
““Occasionally, when I get mad at a woman, I'll do some great, awful painting about her.”
“I was a really lousy artist as a kid. Too abstract expressionist; or I'd draw a big ram's head, really messy. I'd never win painting contests. I remember losing to a guy who did a perfect Spiderman.”
“I don't listen to what art critics say. I don't know anybody who needs a critic to find out what art is.”
Before Basquiat made it big, he lived with a friend, Suzanne Malouk, who paid for both of their rent and expenses.
Before he was known as Jean-Michel, he was “SAMO.”
His earliest, most vivid memory was getting hit by a car.

12 Aug, 1881
21 Jan, 1959
American
77

12 Aug, 1887
04 Jan, 1961
Austria, Ireland
73

13 Aug, 1912
25 Jul, 1997
American
84

13 Aug, 1942
24 Aug, 2021
Chadian
79

13 Aug, 1963
24 Feb, 2018
Indian
54

13 Aug, 1888
14 Jun, 1946
Scottish
57

13 Aug, 1899
29 Apr, 1980
American, British
80

14 Aug, 1938
04 Oct, 2025
American
87

22 Dec, 1960
12 Aug, 1988
American
27

13 Nov, 1927
12 Aug, 2025
American
97

30 Jun, 1818
12 Aug, 1865
Hungarian
47

13 Feb, 1910
12 Aug, 1989
American
79

09 Jun, 1781
12 Aug, 1848
English
67

12 May, 1820
13 Aug, 1910
English
90

20 Oct, 1931
13 Aug, 1995
American
63

19 Jun, 1930
14 Aug, 2024
American
94

Researcher, Teacher

Author, Journalist
Actor, Singer

Electrical engineer, Inventor

Chemist, Electrical Engineer

Music composer

Actor, American singer

Film actress, French stage

Politician

Civil rights activist, Poet

Engineer, Inventor

Actor, Rapper

Academic, Author

Belgian professional cyclist

Automotive industry executive, Industrialist

Engineer


Archbishop, Pope, Priest
Quiet and mystical, yet very inspiring and tireless idealists. Pope Francis exhibits many qualities like a strong sense of empathy, a desire to help others, and an unwavering commitment to social justice. He is deeply introspective and focused on spiritual and moral leadership.
View ProfileActor, Singer, Songwriter
ENTP-A / ENTP-T Smart and curious thinkers who cannot resist an intellectual challenge. David Johansen is a fearless shape-shifter, restless, creative, and always ready to turn the unexpected into a show
View Profile
Actor, American filmmaker, Musician, Visual artist
Quiet and mystical, yet very inspiring and tireless idealists. David Lynch is a quiet yet visionary artist, whose surreal, symbolic work reflects a deep inner world, driven by a tireless desire to explore the unconscious, challenge conventional meaning, and inspire others through the mystical and emotional power of storytelling.
View Profile
Figure skater, Skating analyst
ENTJ-A / ENTJ-T Bold, imaginative and strong-willed leaders, always finding a way – or making one. Bold, visionary, and relentlessly driven, Dick Button exemplified the Commander's fierce determination and pioneering spirit—revolutionizing figure skating with his technical innovation, authoritative presence, and lifelong leadership in the sport.
View Profile
Actor
INTP-A / INTP-T Innovative inventors with an unquenched thirst for knowledge. Emilio is a thoughtful, curious innovator, constantly exploring ideas and embracing new challenges in both his personal and professional life.
View Profile
Composer, Multi-instrumentalist, Songwriter
Practical and fact-minded individuals, whose reliability cannot be doubted. A quiet genius who used music like a language, always searching for new ways to understand and shape the world through sound.
View Profile:max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():focal(669x349:671x351):format(webp)/gene-hackman-portrait-022725-1-a40ebde6f61848abb6d71d9e31e62966.jpg)
Actor
Imaginative and strategic thinkers, with a plan for everything. A quiet, determined thinker who always had a plan and never stopped until he mastered his craft.
View ProfileFrench actress
Quiet and mystical, yet very inspiring and tireless idealists. Geneviève Page was a refined, introspective, and intelligent individual with a quiet strength and deep emotional insight.
View Profile
American professional boxer, Author, Businessman, Minister
Bold, imaginative and strong-willed leaders, always finding a way – or making one. George Foreman was a bold, resilient, and charismatic leader who thrived on challenge, reinvention, and achievement—demonstrating strategic thinking, unwavering determination, and the ability to inspire others both in and out of the ring.
View ProfileActor, Comedian
Very dedicated and warm protectors, always ready to defend their loved ones. George is a humble, dependable, and kind-hearted person who brings warmth and loyalty to everything he does.
View ProfileMusic Executive, Record Producer
Bold, imaginative and strong-willed leaders, always finding a way – or making one. A fearless, take-charge visionary who turns bold ideas into reality, no matter the obstacles.
View ProfileActress, American singer, Rapper, Record producer., Songwriter
Quiet and mystical, yet very inspiring and tireless idealists. Angie Stone is a deeply soulful artist with a calm confidence and a heartfelt drive to make music that matters. Her work reflects not just talent, but purpose. She’s always been more about impact than attention, channelling real emotion into every note.
View ProfileHonduran singer, Politician, Songwriter
Quiet and mystical, yet very inspiring and tireless idealists. Aurelio Martínez is a deeply empathetic and visionary individual who blends cultural preservation with public service, using his artistry and leadership to inspire change, uplift communities, and protect ancestral heritage.
View ProfileEnglish actress
Quiet and mystical, yet very inspiring and tireless idealists. Barbara Ferris was a quietly determined, deeply insightful artist who channeled her empathy and idealism into creative work that mattered.
View Profile
American baseball catcher, Sportscaster
Spontaneous, energetic and enthusiastic people – life is never boring around them. Bob Uecker is a natural-born entertainer who turns everyday moments into laughter, lighting up every room or ballpark he walks into.
View Profile
Activist, Politician
Bold, imaginative and strong-willed leaders, always finding a way – or making one. A powerful and passionate leader who takes charge, inspires action, and always finds a way to fight for what she believes in.
View Profile
Lawyer, Politician
Bold, imaginative and strong-willed leaders, always finding a way – or making one. Charles Rangel was a bold, strategic leader who always found a way to fight for his people and never backed down from a challenge.
View Profile
Musician, Record producer, Singer, Songwriter
Poetic, kind and altruistic people, always eager to help a good cause. A gentle, emotional artist with a deep inner world, driven to turn feelings into beautiful music.
View ProfileActor, Composer, Lyricist
Imaginative and strategic thinkers, with a plan for everything. Charles Strouse combined deep creativity with careful planning to shape the sound of Broadway.
View Profile
Scottish politician, Social worker
Charismatic and inspiring leaders, able to mesmerize their listeners. A passionate and principled advocate, Christina McKelvie was a warm, empathetic leader who leveraged her deep sense of justice and strong interpersonal skills to champion equality, uplift vulnerable communities, and leave a lasting impact on both policy and people
View Profile
September 2025: Honoring the Lives and Legacies of Cultural, Creative, and Sporting Icons September 2025 was a month marked by profound loss across the worlds of art, music, film, sport, fashion, science, and public life…

In the entertainment industry, earning power doesn't necessarily end with a final curtain call. According to Forbes' 2024 data, some of the…

30 Beloved Celebrities We Lost in May 2025: A Tribute to Their Lasting Legacies May 2025 was an emotional month as the world said goodbye to…

30 Influential Figures We Lost in June 2025: Celebrating Their Lives and Legacies June 2025 marked a month of profound loss across arts, sci…

30 Influential Figures We Lost in December 2025: Celebrating Their Lives and Legacies December 2025 saw the passing of some of the most rema…

30 Influential Figures We Lost in November 2025: Celebrating Their Lives and Legacies November 2025 was a month of reflection as the world m…

A heartfelt tribute to 30 beloved celebrities we lost in January 2025—actors, musicians, athletes, and cultural icons whose legacies continu…

It is safe to say that humans are the reincarnation of each other. You can see and confirm this in the similar resemblance, characters, life…

When you think about South Africa, you might think of its amazing wildlife, Nelson Mandela , or the 2010 Football World Cup. While these fac…

Throughout history, countless women have shaped the worlds of science, literature, entertainment, and technology—often against immense odds.…

The aviation industry is one of the few industries where you will not likely see women actively working. Regardless of this, a good number o…