Born on This Day: March 29

American president whose succession after William Henry Harrison established a lasting constitutional precedent.

American baseball pitcher whose records and longevity established standards reflected in the award bearing his name.

British architect whose houses, memorials, and planning of New Delhi influenced modern architecture and urban design.

American singer and actor whose stage, film, and diplomatic work broadened Black visibility in entertainment and public life.

American retailer whose distribution and store model transformed global mass merchandising.

English guitarist whose fusion of jazz, rock, and Indian music transformed modern instrumental performance.

English comedian and writer whose work with Monty Python influenced television, film, theater, and satire.

Greek composer whose electronic scores and recordings expanded the expressive reach of synthesized music.