Born and died in 2015

American computer scientist and open source developer known for founding the Debian project and Progeny Linux Systems

British rock musician, composer, singer, and bassist, best known as the founder, lead vocalist, and primary songwriter of the iconic heavy metal band Motörhead

American political scientist and historian renowned for his seminal work <em>Imagined Communities</em> and critical studies on Southeast Asian politics

Moroccan sociologist, writer, and feminist renowned for her works on women's rights and Islamic societies

South Korean politician who served as the nation's seventh president from 1993 to 1998

German politician and statesperson who served as Chancellor of West Germany from 1974 to 1982, renowned for his pragmatic leadership and extensive writings

Irish-American actress and singer known for passionate heroines in Westerns and adventure films, frequent collaborator with John Ford and John Wayne

Swedish crime writer, children's author, dramatist, and human rights activist best known for creating Inspector Kurt Wallander

British neurologist and acclaimed writer who explored the complexities of the human brain through vivid case histories in works like 'Awakenings' and 'The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat'

English racing driver who competed in Formula One, Champ Car, and IndyCar, notably winning the 2001 International Formula 3000 Championship and co-winning the 2012 24 Hours of Daytona

Canadian professional wrestler, judoka, and actor known for his charismatic and often controversial presence in the ring and on screen

Indian aerospace scientist and statesman who served as the president of India from 2002 to 2007