- Peter Falk died on June 23, 2011, in Beverly Hills, California, at the age of 83. He was an American actor best known for his role as Lieutenant Columbo in the long-running television series Columbo.
- Robert Ludlum died on March 12, 2001, in Naples, Florida, at the age of 73. He was an American author of thriller novels known for works such as "The Bourne Identity" and "The Matarese Circle."
- William Hickey died on June 29, 1997, in New York City, at the age of 69. He was an American character actor known for his roles in films like "Prizzi's Honor" and "The Untouchables."