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Soviet and Russian actor and clown celebrated for his comedic film roles and circus performances, notably in Gaidai's films like The Diamond Arm

Pakistani musician, singer, and composer recognized as the "Shahanshah-e-Qawwali" for his powerful performances of Sufi devotional music and for introducing qawwali to the world stage

French supercentenarian and the oldest person in history whose age has been verified, with a documented lifespan of 122 years and 164 days

Nigerian musician and activist, recognized as the principal innovator of Afrobeat, a genre combining West African music with American funk and jazz

Soviet pianist, composer, and painter known for his virtuoso technique and vast repertoire, considered one of the 20th century's greatest classical pianists