A Century of Bernard Herrmann

Bernard Herrmann remains one of cinema’s most celebrated composers. On his 100th birthday, we take a look at his life and some of his greatest film scores.

Craig Sager (1951 - 2016), NBA sideline reporter

Craig Sager, the longtime NBA sideline reporter known for his colorful attire, died Dec. 15, 2016, according to multiple news reports. He was 65.

Francis Currey (1925–2019), WWII hero earned Medal of Honor

Francis Currey was one of the last living World War II veterans who received the prestigious Medal of Honor, awarded to him for his valor during the Battle of the Bulge. Days after the horrific Malmedy massacre, U.S. Army veteran Currey singlehandedly wielded an arsenal of weapons against the First SS Panzer Division as they advanced on Allied troops. Currey counterattacked with grenades, two different machine guns, two different rifles, and a bazooka, taking out several German tanks and rescuing a number of his fellow American soldiers. In addition to his Medal of Honor, Currey received a Silver Star, a Bronze Star, and three Purple Hearts during his service in World War II. His death leaves just two World War II Medal of Honor recipients still living.

Robert Evans (1930–2019), legendary movie producer

Robert Evans was a legendary colorful movie producer who helmed the classic films “Chinatown” and “Urban Cowboy.” The actor turned movie executive was known for his larger-than-life personality in Hollywood. He was a Paramount executive starting in the 1960s and while there he oversaw “The Godfather” and “Rosemary’s Baby.” When Evans left Paramount to go out on his own, his first film was the noir mystery “Chinatown,” that starred Jack Nicholson. He was married at one time to actress Ali McGraw, who famously left Evans for actor Steve McQueen. His interesting life was featured in the 2002 documentary, “The Kid Stays in the Picture.”

Glen de Vries (1972–2021), businessman who went to space with Blue Origin

Glen de Vries was a businessman who recently went to space alongside William Shatner on Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin NS-18 mission.

Billy Hinsche (1951–2021), longtime Beach Boys collaborator

Billy Hinsche was a musician who recorded and toured with the Beach Boys for many years.

Claude Humphrey (1944–2021), Hall of Fame defensive end

Claude Humphrey was a Pro Football Hall of Fame defensive end who played with the Atlanta Falcons and Philadelphia Eagles.

Cara Williams (1925–2021), Oscar nominee for “The Defiant Ones”

Cara Williams was an actress known for her roles in movies including “The Defiant Ones” and on TV in “Pete and Gladys.”

Melanie Ham (1985–2022), YouTube star who taught quilting and crochet

Melanie Ham was a YouTube star known for her tutorials in crafts including crochet and quilting.

John Stofa (1942–2022), quarterback called “The Original Bengal”

John Stofa was a quarterback who was called “The Original Bengal” for being the first player to sign with the newly established Cincinnati Bengals in 1967.

Giorgio Napolitano (1925–2023), two-time president of Italy 

Giorgio Napolitano was an Italian politician who became the first ever reelected president since the founding of the Italian Republic in 1947 and the longest serving president in its history.

Julius Becton Jr. (1926–2023), former FEMA head

Lt. General Julius Becton Jr. was a Korean War and Vietnam War veteran who went on to head the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) under President Ronald Reagan.

Claude Montana (1947–2024), era-defining fashion designer

Claude Montana was a French fashion designer whose big-shouldered designs were formative to 1980s fashion.

Richard Lewis (1947–2024), Curb Your Enthusiasm comedian

Richard Lewis was a comedian and actor known for his acerbic style and for TV roles in “Anything but Love” and “Curb Your Enthusiasm.”

Jeff Baena (1977–2025), The Little Hours filmmaker

Jeff Baena was a screenwriter and director known for such movies as “I Heart Huckabees” and “The Little Hours,” as well as the husband of actress Aubrey Plaza.

Jerry T. Hodges Jr. (1925–2024), Tuskegee Airman

Jerry T. Hodges Jr. was a U.S. Army Air Corps veteran and one of the last remaining Tuskegee Airmen.