Jazz and pop pianist and musician who had a sting of hits in the 1960s. Reached number one in the hit parade with 'The Ballad of Bonnie and Clyde' in 1967.
TV composer whose library music has achieved impressive staying power, still being used in shows like "Spongebob Squarepants" to this day. Already died in 2019, but it was not discovered until 2020…
Businessman who made his billions by being an early proponent of duty-free shopping. Known for his frugality (he still rents his own house) and donating money to the 'ra.
Actor and bodybuilder who used to scare the living shit out of the Man In Black when he was a nipper, when he played the 'Incredible Hulk' in the 1970s series.
Born 27 April 1944 (Eastbourne, East Sussex, England)
Arguably the most famous weather forecaster in the UK. Famously pilloried after playing down the 'Great Storm' of 1987 in a forecast that evening. Will there be a cold front for Michael this year?
Not the weatherman, but rather the fashion designer who invented the kipper tie and helped create famous looks for David Bowie, Mick Jagger and Jon Pertwee.
Australian singer who often turned up on British light entertainment shows in the 1960s and 70s, as well as starring in forgotten soap opera "The Newcomers".
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
BDO world darts champion. He once weighed about 30 stone, but has lost shedloads of weight in the last few years. Before that, according to the Daily Mirror, "a dart attack waiting to happen".
British actor, known for his "siff upper lip" roles but his best known turn was as the would-be assassin of Charles de Gaulle in 'The Day of the Jackal'.
Actor best recognised as the flawed Captain Mike Yates in the Jon Pertwee era of 'Doctor Who'. Also dabbled in politics and has stood as a candidate in four general elections for four different parties! Maybe he needs to have another look at that blue cry
Scottish character actor who has tended to play roles in British-made B-movies such as the 1965 Sherlock Holmes adaptation 'A Study in Terror'. Has also appeared on TV in 'Randall and Hopkirk (Deceased)', 'Doctor Who' and 'The Bill', among others.
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!