The original 'Fergie'. Married to Prince Andrew in the 1980s and an irritant to the Queen as a result. After the divorce in 1996, Fergie has written childrens books and made public appearances for various charities.
One of the greatest explorers of the 20th century, who, having undertaken numerous dangerous expeditions over the years, suffered a heart attack in 2003, whilst waiting at Bristol Airport to board an EasyJet flight to Edinburgh.
Born 26 October 1956 (Beverly Hills, California, USA)
Actress forever associated with the role of Princess Leia in the original 'Star Wars' trilogy. That outfit she wore in 'Return of the Jedi' lingers in the memory...
Well-established film star who, after a couple of minor TV parts, actually gave up on acting and became a carpenter. But first the success of 'American Graffiti' (1973) and then the role of Han Solo in 'Star Wars' (1977) secured his place on Hollywood's A-list. A few more hits since then have kept him there, despite being interspersed with, and outnumbered by, flops.
Born 15 October 1929 (Lincoln, Lincolnshire, England)
Disc jockey who first work at Radio Luxembourg and then susequently the BBC Light Programme before becoming presenter of 'Thank Your Lucky Stars' and 'Ready Steady Go!' on Associated Rediffusion.
A professional entertainer since the age of 14, 'Brucie' really made his name in the late 1950s as compere of 'Sunday Night At The London Palladium', and went on to become the prominent-chinned presenter of 'The Generation Game' and 'Play Your Cards Right' among other self-consciously cheesy game shows. Now co-presenter of 'Strictly Come Dancing'.
Legendary soul, R&B and gospel singer, with hits including "Respect", "Freeway of Love", and the unlikely but successful duet with George Michael of all people, "I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)".
Veteran East End gangster, thief, hired hitman, nightclub bouncer etc etc, whose penchant for crime hasn't been matched by a talent for getting away with it, as he has spent a total of 42 years in prison.
Born 12 January 1944 (Beaufort, South Carolina, USA)
Olympic and world heavyweight boxing champion, known as Smokin' Joe. Fought the "Thriller in Manila" against Muhammad Ali in October 1975, which many consider to be the best boxing match ever.
Born in Brighton, Sussex, England (exact date unknown)
Professor of Physics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, he was a key player in the development of the 'Manhattan Project'. Now based permanently in the USA. Born in 1920.
Artist who normally paints portraits, often nudes, in a distinctive 'impasto' style, slapping the paint onto the canvas so thickly that the brush/knife strokes remain visible even when dry.
Disgraced former President of Peru. Convicted in 2009 of all manner of crimes including embezzlement, human rights violations, murder and kidnapping. And to think we in Britain complain bitterly about MP's expenses!