Adam Sandler brings comic-relief to people of all ages	Alvin Ailey was a choreographer and founder of the American Dance Theater.	Angela Brooks is an architect who works to create sustainable and affordable housing in Southern California	Antonin Dvorák compositions influenced other artists.
Artemisia Gentileschi was the only female post-Renaissance artist to tackle challenging themes on canvas	Bajé Whitethorne is a celebrated Navajo painter and author.	Beniamino Benvenuto Bufano created distinctive sculptures addressing the theme of peace.	Bill Cosby is one of the most influential entertainers of the 20th century.
Bob Dylan is a man of many talents.	Carol Burnett an award-winning actress and comedienne	Charles M. Schulz made people laugh every day.	Charlie Chaplin teaches us that sometimes, in the face of adversity, one must simply laugh.
Charlie Parker was a great musician and father.	Christopher Reeve continued to produce art despite his paralysis.	Claude Oscar Monet is a famous impressionist painter.	Damon K. Wayans brought Matt relief from depression through his comedic talent.
Daniel Libeskind is an internationally renowned architect known for his radical, urban designs, and his plans for Ground Zero in NYC	Daniel Libeskind is a revered architect whose work inspires peace	Dexter Gordon was a musician nominated for an Oscar.	Diego Rivera was a famed Mexican muralist and revolutionary.
Dorothea Lange captured powerful moments in history with a keen eye for the human condition and beauty	Edmonia Lewis defied restrictions placed on black women and found fame and respect in the art community.	Errol Flynn is legendary Marvel Comics founder Stan Lee's hero and inspired many of Lee's heroes.	Fernando Botero is a Colombian painter famous for his robust figures.
Frank Lloyd Wright was an innovative architect.	Frank Owen Gehry has developed his own unique style of design.	Frank Zappa was a musician and composer with a flair for the absurd.	Fred Batley gives young and aspiring actors and actresses a chance to shine.
Frida Kahlo overcame polio and injuries to become a famous Mexican artist.	Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel revolutionized women's fashion and empowered women	Gary Birch is a compassionate educator and role model to his students.	gary larson is the creator of the comic strip, 'The Far Side.'
Harry Houdini was a famous escape artist.	Hayao Miyazaki is a talented film and animation creator.	Helen Hayes is considered the 'First Lady of American Theater.'	J.N. (Ding) Darling was a conservationist and cartoonist who used his art to raise awareness about the environment.
Jacob Lawrence broke racial barriers as a renowned painter.	Jim Henson was the father of the Muppets.	Johan (Jean) Julius Christian Sibelius was an innovative modern composer.	John Lennon wrote 'All You Need is Love.'
Josefina Lopez is a Latina screenwriter who believes in the power of women.	Joséphine Baker was a popular African American dancer in the 1920s who fought for civil rights.	Katie Lee is a passionate advocate for wilderness.	Kaziah Hancock paints portraits of fallen soldiers as a memorial keepsake for their families.
Laurel Burch is an artist who has inspired other artists and women in need across the globe	Leonardo da Vinci was an artist, scientist, and inventor.	Leonardo da Vinci was an artist and a scientist ever curious of the world around him.	Lou Ferrigno overcame a hearing disability to become a successful actor and bodybuilder.
Louis Sullivan is credited with inventing the skyscraper.	Ludwig van Beethoven was one of the greatest composers of classical music.	M.C. Escher created art that plays with perspective and dimension.	Mamadou Tall Diedhiou combines recycled materials and his love for his village, to create inspiring works of art.
Margot Fonteyn was a world-renowned dancer.	Maria Tallchief was a beloved Native American ballerina who pioneered many important roles.	Marian Anderson was a world-renowned opera singer.	Mary Cassatt filled the world with her beautiful paintings of children, mothers, love and kindness.
Mary Jane Colter designed the rustic buildings at the Grand Canyon National Park.	Maya Lin is an architect and sculptor.	Nam June Paik #1 Video Artist is regarded as the 'father of video art.'	Nicolae Grigorescu was one of the founders of modern Romanian painting.
Paloma Herrera is an accomplished ballerina.	Patrick Nagatani uses photography and colored lights to promote good health.	Paul Robeson was a performer who was deeply committed to political causes.	Pedro Almodovar is considered one of the most influential Spanish filmmakers.
Peter Jackson is a filmmaker who directed the Lord of the Rings Trilogy.	Piet Kroon is a talented Dutch filmmaker and devoted dad.	R. Buckminster Fuller designed the geodesic dome.	Rembrandt van Rijn captures the suffering, reflection and compassion of humanity in his art.
Robert Redford established the Sundance Film Festival as a platform to effect change in the world.	Robert Wise was a filmmaker, teacher and mentor.	Roberto Arevalo of The Mirror Project teaches kids TV production.	Scott Joplin composed operatic and ragtime music.
September McGee is an artist and a teacher.	Stephen Joseph uses art to protect the land.	Stephen Sondheim composed popular Broadway musicals.	Steveland Morris (a.k.a. Stevie Wonder) is an incredible pianist and singer.
Tadao Ando is a world-famous Japanese architect.	Taron X. Lexton applies his filmmaking talents to advocate for human rights.	Tomihiro Hoshino creates captivating art despite paralysis.	Vincent Van Gogh overcame personal struggles to become one of the world's most renowned artists.
Vojko Gasperut creates beautiful paintings despite his paralysis.	Walt Disney was both a visionary artist and an entrepreneur.	Wang Yani has been painting since she was three years old.	Wendy Milette is a visionary filmmaker and educator.
Will Smith is a musician and actor whose roles are often heroic and funny.	Wilson Bentley was the first person to photograph a single snowflake.	Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart	Youssef Chahine is a highly respected and accomplished Egyptian film director.
Zaha Hadid is the first woman to be awarded the Pritzker Architecture Prize.

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