Remembering Debbie Reynolds
In 2013 NPR's Scott Simon interviewed Debbie Reynolds. She shared a lesson she learned from Fred Astaire on the set of Singin' in the Rain — that even great artists have to work hard.
Remembrances
Remembering Muhammad Ali, A Man Who Lived Life More Than Most
Muhammad Ali was among the great lives that ended in 2016. The self-proclaimed "greatest" boxer-turned-activist left a profound social and political legacy.
Remembering Elie Wiesel, In His Words
Elie Wiesel survived concentration camps in Auschwitz and Buchenwald to become a Nobel Laureate, activist and defender of human rights. He died this summer at age 87.
Creator Of Red Solo Cup, Robert Hulseman, Dies At 84
You might not know Robert Hulseman by name but there is a good chance you've held his invention. It's the go-to drinking vessel for picnics, parties and keggers.
Reflections Of Conservative Icon Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia
Antonin Scalia's was the strong voice of conservative jurisprudence on the nation's highest court for 30 years. We reflect on the Supreme Court Justice — who died in February — with his own words.
Mourning Stars Through Streams, Screens And Communities
In a year of stunning loss, music fans found new opportunities to create virtual communities, continuing conversations their departed icons started.
'Singin' In The Rain' Star Debbie Reynolds Dies At 84
A day after actress Carrie Fisher died, her 84-year-old mother, Debbie Reynolds, died after five decade career in show business and a remarkable, often tumultuous life.
Remembering Prince, A Legendary Musician And Pop Icon
We take a moment to remember one of the many notable people who died in 2016: a short, funky, sensual and above all unquestionably talented musician from Minnesota. His name was Prince.
Remembering 'Ghost Soprano' Marni Nixon
We take a moment to remember Marni Nixon, a singer who lent her voice to actresses in some of Hollywood's biggest movie musicals. She died in July of complications from breast cancer.
Remembering 'Star Wars' Actress Carrie Fisher
In addition to playing Princess Leia in the original Star Wars movies, Fisher was also the author of Postcards from the Edge and The Princess Diarist. Originally broadcast in 1990, 2004 and 2016.