By Scoop Malinowski Status: One of the world’s most prolific and best-known artists. DOB: June 8, 1921 In: St. Paul, Minnesota Died: June 20, 2012 Hobbies/interests: “Exercise moderately. My work is my life. I have to keep in shape to paint … it’s a performance. Boxing is my real passion. I can …

By Scoop Malinowski Status: Former track & field champion was one of the top American Sportsman of the Century. Winner of 10 Olympic medals including nine gold, Winner of 10 World Championships medals, including eight gold. DOB: July 1, 1961 In: Birmingham, AL Track Heroes/Inspirations: “I looked up to Jesse Owens. My …

By Scoop Malinowski Status: Legendary comedian and violinist famous for one-liners and short, simple jokes. Best known one-liner is: “Take my wife, please!” His autobiography was titled: ‘Take My Life – Please!” DOB: March 16, 1906 In: Liverpool, England Passed Away: February 24, 1998 in New York City Childhood Heroes: …