11.
Sir Arthur C. ClarkeAuthor of the
2001: A Space Odyssey novel, and co-writer (with Stanley Kubrick) of the film. Proposed satellite technology in 1945.
12.
Bill MelendezAnimation director responsible for
A Charlie Brown Christmas and most of the Peanuts TV specials.
13.
Don LaFontaineVoice-over artist identified with the phrase "In a world...". Known professionally as "The Voice of God".
14.
Stan WinstonVisual effects artist for
Aliens,
Jurassic Park, and other modern classics.
15.
Bernie Mac (above)
Hilarious stand-up comic. His appearance on SNL as original fourth stooge (my favorite clip of his) is sadly absent from Hulu and YouTube.