Who died in July 2012

American writer and public intellectual known for his cynical epigrammatic wit and critiques of social and sexual norms

Ghanaian politician and legal scholar who served as the 11th President of Ghana from 2009 until his death in 2012, making him the first head of state to die in office

American astronaut and physicist who became the first American woman to fly in space, and a dedicated advocate for science education

English composer, pianist, and Hammond organ player who co-founded Deep Purple and pioneered the fusion of classical music with hard rock

American educator and author best known for his influential book, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People

American actor known for his distinctive gruff voice, gap-toothed grin, and a prolific career spanning over six decades in film and television