Harry Belafonte, 96
Belafonte was a treasured singer, songwriter, actor, and activist, adored by millions worldwide for his various accomplishments, such as winning prestigious Emmy, Tony, and Grammy awards. After his 1954 breakout performance in “Carmen Jones” (which earned him an Oscar nomination), he went on to become a pioneering artist in music and film. Additionally, he actively fought for civil rights with dear compatriots Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Sidney Poitier, participating in marches and giving speeches about the apartheid in South Africa. He sadly passed away on April 25.