Cliff Richard – Age 84

Cliff Richard isn’t just a British music icon – he’s a record-breaking powerhouse whose influence has spanned generations. With over 21.5 million singles sold in the UK, he holds a prestigious place in chart history, coming in third after legends like The Beatles and Elvis as of 2012. His glittering career, stretching over six decades, is decorated with gold and platinum accolades, alongside wins like two Ivor Novello Awards and three Brit Awards.

Richard holds the remarkable achievement of having more than 130 singles, albums, and EPs reach the UK Top 20 – the highest count of any artist. By the end of the ’90s, his global sales had exceeded 250 million. Keeping his momentum, Richard dropped Wanted in 2001, reimagining beloved classics, and later spread holiday cheer with Cliff at Christmas. Featuring the hit “Santa’s List,” which climbed to No. 5 in 2003, it proved that even after decades in the business, Richard’s magic remained as bright as ever.

Marcy McGuire — 95 years old