Memorials & famous biographies

Japanese Nobel laureate who discovered how antibodies are generated and later revolutionized our understanding of memory formation

American lawyer and politician who represented South Carolina in Congress and the Senate, known for his military service and bipartisan work on national security

English painter and printmaker known for his vibrant Pop Art, swimming pool series, and innovative digital works

Iranian-French graphic novelist and film director celebrated for her work Persepolis and its adaptation, who brought unique cultural perspectives to global audiences

American economist and financial advisor best known for his nearly two-decade tenure as the 13th chair of the Federal Reserve

New Zealand actor, screenwriter, winegrower, and film producer known for his extensive work as a leading man in film and television, earning Emmy and Golden Globe nominations

Iranian cleric and politician who served as the second Supreme Leader of Iran from 1989 to 2026, becoming the longest-serving head of state in West Asia

Lithuanian-Canadian primatologist and conservationist recognized as a leading authority on orangutans, whose field studies revolutionized the understanding of the species

Hungarian filmmaker and anarchist known for pioneering slow cinema with stark black-and-white visuals and existential themes, notably with his influential film Sátántangó

Italian fashion designer and businessperson who founded the luxury fashion house Valentino S.p.A. and was known for his haute couture, retro pieces, and celebrity collaborations

American martial artist, actor, screenwriter, and author known for his action films and mastery of various combat disciplines, including his own Chun Kuk Do

American singer, record producer, comedian, and filmmaker known for his distinctive blend of alternative pop, hip hop, and comedic persona, with hits like "Life Goes On" and "Miss You"

Iranian politician, military officer, and philosopher who served as Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council and was a powerful figure in the Iranian government

Swiss writer and ufologist who popularized the ancient astronaut hypothesis through best-selling books like 'Chariots of the Gods?'

Legendary Indian playback singer, actress, and businesswoman, recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records as the most recorded artist in music history

Catholicos-Patriarch of All Georgia and the longest-serving patriarch in the history of the Georgian Orthodox Church

Motswana politician and economist who served as President of Botswana, recognized for his economic stewardship and pioneering response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic

Australian tennis player known for winning the 1957 U.S. National Championships and the 1959 Wembley World Professional Tennis Championships

Romanian football player and manager known for his extensive career in both roles, leaving a significant mark on the sport

English writer and diverse author known for his spy novels, historical works, and cookery books, born in Marylebone and died in Guernsey

Austrian-British Holocaust survivor, memoirist, photographer, and writer who tirelessly shared her family's experiences to educate the world about the Holocaust

American businessperson who co-founded The Gap Inc. clothing stores and became a billionaire businesswoman

American baseball player and manager best known for his ten seasons as a second baseman with the Los Angeles Dodgers, winning the 1981 World Series

American baseball player and legendary manager who recorded six 100-win seasons and was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame