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Elvis Presley 1935–1977MusicThe King of Rock and Roll whose music and style revolutionized American popular culture.
Frank Sinatra 1915–1998MusicCrooner and actor whose voice and charisma made him one of the best-selling music artists of all time.
Beyoncé b. 1981MusicSinger, songwriter, and performer whose cultural influence extends far beyond music into fashion and activism.
Madonna b. 1958MusicThe Queen of Pop who reshaped the music industry and became a symbol of female empowerment and reinvention.
Eminem b. 1972MusicBest-selling rapper in history, and the one who forced the argument about who hip-hop belongs to.
Whitney Houston 1963–2012MusicSinger whose vocal technique and crossover success set a standard for modern pop and R&B performance.
Tupac Shakur 1971–1996MusicRapper and actor whose work and persona became enduring symbols of hip-hop’s social and personal tensions.
Judy Garland 1922–1969MusicActress and singer best known for The Wizard of Oz, whose life and talent became emblematic of Hollywood.