BIOGRAPHY

Sonny Liston was introduced to boxing while serving time in a Missouri State Penitentiary. He became a professional fighter in 1953.

John Calvin, Martin Luther’s successor as the preeminent Protestant theologian, made a powerful impact on the fundamental doctrines of Protestantism.

Tom Hardy is a British actor best known for his roles in films like ‘Inception,’ ‘Mad Max: Fury Road’ and ‘The Revenant.’

Mikhail Baryshnikov is a Russian-American ballet dancer who choreographed several iconic pieces which have made him one of the greatest ballet dancers of the 20th century.

Singer-songwriter Tracy Chapman received wide fame in the late 1980s and ’90s with songs like “Give Me One Reason” and “Fast Car.”

Linda Lovelace is a pornographic actress who had instant success with the 1972 film Deep Throat.

Explorer John Cabot made a British claim to land in Canada, mistaking it for Asia, during his 1497 voyage on the ship Matthew.

Bette Davis is remembered as one of Hollywood’s legendary leading ladies, famous for her larger-than-life persona and for her nearly 100 film appearances.

Actress and singer Lena Horne was one of the most popular performers of her time, known for films such as ‘Cabin in the Sky’ and ‘The Wiz’ as well as her trademark song, “Stormy Weather.”

Frank Gotti Agnello is best known as the grandson of mafia boss John Gotti, and for his reality TV show.