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American chemist and geneticist who, with Martha Chase, confirmed DNA as the genetic material, earning a Nobel Prize for his work on bacteriophages

American biologist and Nobel laureate who unraveled the chemistry of vision and courageously advocated for peace and human rights.

The 13th and final emperor of Vietnam's Nguyễn dynasty, known for his Western education and attempts at reform during a period of colonial rule and national upheaval

Native Hawaiian singer known as Braddah IZ, whose soulful voice and ukulele playing brought Hawaiian music to the world, most famously with his medley of "Somewhere Over the Rainbow/What a Wonderful World"

American actor and filmmaker known for his stage work, iconic roles like The Penguin and Mickey Goldmill, and two Academy Award nominations

American singer-songwriter and actor celebrated for his folk and country music, known for hits like "Take Me Home, Country Roads" and his passionate environmental advocacy

American biochemist who discovered the Calvin cycle and received the 1961 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for his research on carbon dioxide assimilation in plants

American astronomer and telescope maker best known for discovering Pluto in 1930, the first detection of what would later be recognized as the Kuiper belt

American actor known for his antihero roles and film noir appearances, ranked among the greatest male stars of classic American cinema

American physicist who shared the 1952 Nobel Prize for his independent discovery of nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR)

American novelist, visual artist, and primary figure of the Beat Generation, known for his experimental works and the cut-up technique

American poet and writer known for his central role in the Beat Generation and outspoken views against militarism and sexual repression

American actor and military officer renowned for his everyman screen persona and starring in numerous classic films, ranked among the greatest actors of all time

Ukrainian folk art painter and visual artist known for her self-taught naïve art style

Japanese association football player and referee who played for the Japan national team and contributed to the sport's growth in Japan

Ninth President of the Philippines, economist, and father of a future president

American pop artist who transformed comic book and advertisement imagery into iconic artworks

American author, philosopher, and occultist who founded the Church of Satan and authored The Satanic Bible

American physiologist who pioneered hormone therapy for prostate cancer and won the Nobel Prize

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

Soviet and Russian writer, singer, poet, and novelist known as a founder of the "author song" genre, celebrated for his poetic lyrics and unique musical style

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

Sixth President of Israel, distinguished military officer, diplomat, and prolific author who played a significant role in the nation's early defense and international relations

Austrian-American film director and producer known for his 50-year career and four Academy Awards, directing 25 feature films across diverse genres like thrillers, westerns, and film noir