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Tributes have poured in for record executive Clive Davis, who has died at 94, with artists and industry figures crediting him with discovering, developing and reviving careers across generations.
The economist who steered the US Federal Reserve for nearly two decades leaves a legacy admirers credit for steady growth and critics blame for the seeds of the 2008 crisis.
The former president and independence fighter has died aged 71 in Malaysia, prompting national tributes to a leader who helped guide East Timor from resistance to statehood.
Known for his bushy moustache and wordplay, the broadcaster spent nearly four decades reviewing films and books on American breakfast television.
The painter behind A Bigger Splash and a pioneer of digital art died peacefully at his home, weeks before his 89th birthday.
The British actor, beloved as Rupert Giles, died of complications from pneumonia, prompting emotional tributes from his former co-stars.
The two-time Grammy winner behind Beauty and the Beast and A Whole New World has died following a stroke.