Austrian lawyer whose speciality is space law. That's judicial as opposed to physical law. Born 1926. Died in July but did not receive a qualifying obit.
DJ whose show, Radio Unnameable, has been broadcasting for over 50 years. Highly influential in 1960s counter-culture. Died in Apriil but did not receive a qualifying obit
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.
Born 6 December 1977 (Preston, Lancashire, England)
Overweight, boozy & incredibly stupid individual who, when he decides to play properly & not go on 24 hour drinking sessions or pedalo boating in the dark, is generally one of England cricket's finest players of the modern age.
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".
Born 6 February 1943 (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA)
Minor teen idol of the late 50s who was marketed as a more wholesome version of Elvis Presley. Dodged military service thanks to a doctor's note that suggested he would "develop homosexual tendencies" if conscripted.
American sci-fi and fantasy writer. His first Star Wars novelizations basically started the novelization industry that you now get with every successful fantasy or sci-fi series, movie, or video game
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
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!
Regarded by most of wrestling as one of the greatest to ever perform the art, and as the second best living Funk brother after Terry by this contrarian.