Singers
Known as the "Queen of Soul," she became an icon with hits like "Respect" and "Natural Woman."
Aretha Franklin
This actor became an international star after playing James Bond in the first seven Bond films.
Sean Connery
This U.S. president served from 1961 to 1963 before being assassinated in Dallas.
John F Kennedy
This star of "I Love Lucy" became a beloved TV legend and one of the first female comedians to achieve great success in Hollywood.
Lucille Ball
This boxer became a global icon in the 60s and was famous for his activism as much as his athleticism.
Muhammad Ali
This folk singer wrote "Blowin' in the Wind" and was a prominent figure in the 60s protest movement.
Bob Dylan
Known for his portrayal of Atticus Finch in "To Kill a Mockingbird," this actor also became a beloved figure in Hollywood.
Gregory Peck
Known for his involvement in the Watergate scandal, this U.S. president resigned in 1974.
Richard Nixon
Known for his late-night talk show, this host became an iconic figure in American television throughout the 60s and 70s.
Johnny Carson
This artist became known for his avant-garde work and was a central figure in the pop art movement
Andy Warhol
Known for his smooth voice and jazz influence, this artist’s hits include "What a Wonderful World" and "Hello, Dolly!"
Louis Armstrong
Famous for his role in "The Godfather" and "Apocalypse Now," this actor is considered one of Hollywood’s greatest.
Marlon Brando
This British prime minister led the country through the 1960s and early 70s and was known for his leadership during WWII.
Winston Churchill
This actor starred as Captain Kirk in "Star Trek," which became a pop culture phenomenon in the late 60s.
William Shatner
This famous athlete broke barriers in the 70s by becoming the first openly gay professional athlete in America.
Billie Jean King
This country music legend became famous for songs like “Ring of Fire” and “I Walk the Line.”
Johnny Cash
This actress starred in "Roman Holiday" and became an icon of style and elegance in the 1950s.
Audrey Hepburn
The first female prime minister of India, she was known for her tough political stance and leadership during the 1970s.
Indira Gandhi
This actress starred in "The Mary Tyler Moore Show," earning critical acclaim as an independent single woman in a major television role.
Known as the "King of Rock and Roll," this figure revolutionized music in the 1950s and 60s with his energetic performances.
Elvis Presley
This pop icon known for his "Thriller" album had a successful career in the 70s as part of the Jackson 5 before going solo.
Michael Jackson
This actor gained fame for his role as Rocky Balboa in the "Rocky" series.
Sylvester Stalone
This U.S. senator and presidential candidate from the 1960s was known for his civil rights activism and speeches.
Robert F Kennedy
Known as "The Fonz" on "Happy Days," this actor became a cultural icon of the 70s.
Henry Winkler
This civil rights leader became an icon of the 60s with his speeches and activism, notably leading the March on Washington.
Martin Luther King Jr.