Biographies

Robert Stack (1919–2003) — American actor and television host Robert Stack Charles Langford Modini 'Robert' Stack was a film and television actor best known as Eliot Ness in The Untouchables and as long-time host of Unsolved Mysteries.

Robert Stone: American Novelist of Moral Crisis and Counterculture Robert Stone (novelist) Overview of novelist Robert Stone (1937–2015), his life, major works including Dog Soldiers, themes, awards, and legacy in American literature.

Robert Tear: Welsh Tenor and Conductor Robert Tear Biography of Robert Tear (1939–2011), a Welsh tenor known for Britten and Tippett roles, extensive recordings, conducting and teaching, and his influence on British vocal music.

Robert J. Timlin — U.S. District Judge (1932–2017) Robert Timlin Robert James Timlin was a United States federal judge who served on the Central District of California from 1994, taking senior status in 2005, until his death in 2017.

Robert Todd Lincoln American lawyer, government official, and businessman; eldest son of President Abraham Lincoln, served as Secretary of War and U.S. minister to Great Britain, later led the Pullman…

Robert Urich American actor (1946–2002) best known for television leads in Vega$ and Spenser: For Hire; a prolific performer on TV, film and stage who died of synovial sarcoma. Married to Heath…

Robert Vince — Canadian director, producer and writer Robert Vince Canadian filmmaker Robert Vince (born 1962), best known for directing and producing family-oriented animal films and the Air Buddies series; film executive and sibling of producer…

Robert W. Sweet: U.S. District Judge and Advocate for Civil Liberties Robert W. Sweet Biography and legacy of Robert W. Sweet (1922–2019), longtime judge of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, covering his career, judicial approach, and im…

Robert E. White (American diplomat) Robert White (ambassador) Career U.S. diplomat who served as ambassador to Paraguay and El Salvador; later led the Center for International Policy and was known for his public stance on human rights in Cent…

Robert H. Whittaker (1920–1980): Ecologist and five-kingdom proponent Robert Whittaker American plant ecologist who proposed the five-kingdom classification (1969) and contributed key ideas to vegetation science, biome concepts, and community ecology.

Robert Wise — American film director, editor, and producer Robert Wise Robert Wise (1914–2005) was an American director, editor and producer whose work ranged from science fiction to major Hollywood musicals; he won Academy Awards for West Side Story…

Robert Wolfe (1921–2014) — American archivist and military historian Robert Wolfe American archivist and World War II U.S. Army officer who became a longtime specialist at the U.S. National Archives, known for work on wartime records and helping researchers acce…

Robert Yates — NASCAR engine builder and team owner Robert Yates American NASCAR engine builder and owner Robert Yates (1943–2017) led Yates Racing to major victories, built renowned racing engines, and left a lasting family legacy in stock car…

Roberta Cowell: British racing driver and pioneering trans woman Roberta Cowell Roberta Cowell (1918–2011) was a British wartime pilot and postwar racing driver, widely known as one of the first British trans women to undergo sex reassignment surgery and an ea…

Roberta Peters — American coloratura soprano Roberta Peters Roberta Peters (1930–2017) was a celebrated American coloratura soprano best known for a long career at the Metropolitan Opera and for her agility in light Italian, French and Germ…

Roberto Anzolin: Italian football goalkeeper and international player Roberto Anzolin Roberto Anzolin (1938–2017) was an Italian professional football goalkeeper who played in Italy’s top divisions and made an appearance for the national team in 1966.

Roberto Baggio — Italian playmaker and free-kick specialist Roberto Baggio Italian forward renowned for creativity, dribbling and free kicks; 1993 Ballon d'Or and FIFA World Player winner, remembered for club success and his role in Italy's 1994 World Cup…

Roberto Clemente: Puerto Rican baseball star, humanitarian, and Hall of Famer Roberto Clemente Biography of Roberto Clemente (1934–1972): his playing career with the Pittsburgh Pirates, major achievements, humanitarian efforts, death in a relief flight, and lasting legacy.

Roberto De Vicenzo — Argentine golf champion and international competitor Roberto De Vicenzo Roberto De Vicenzo (1923–2017) was an Argentine professional golfer who won more than 230 tournaments worldwide, including eight PGA Tour events and the 1967 Open Championship. He…

Roberto Delmastro — Chilean engineer and longtime deputy Roberto Delmastro Chilean engineer and politician (1945–2014). Served in the Chamber of Deputies for the 53rd district from 1998 to 2014. Born in Santiago; died of lung cancer at his Valdivia home.

Roberto Farias — Brazilian film director, producer and screenwriter Roberto Farias Overview of Roberto Farias (1932–2018), his career in Brazilian cinema, notable films including Pra Frente, Brasil, and his legacy as a director, producer and screenwriter.

Roberto Ferreiro: Argentine footballer and manager Roberto Ferreiro Summary of Roberto Oscar Ferreiro (1935–2017), his playing career with River Plate and Independiente, international appearances for Argentina, managerial successes and legacy.

Roberto Gottardi — Italian architect and co‑designer of Cuba's National Art Schools Roberto Gottardi Italian architect Roberto Gottardi (1927–2017) is best known for his role in designing the National Art Schools in Cuba after the 1959 revolution and for work that blended modernis…

Roberto Leal (singer) — Portuguese‑Brazilian singer-songwriter Roberto Leal (singer) Article on Roberto Leal (António Joaquim Fernandes), a Portuguese‑born Brazilian singer who sold millions of records, recorded in Portuguese and Mirandese, and became a cultural ic…

Roberto Perfumo — Argentine central defender, captain and sports commentator Roberto Perfumo Profile of Roberto Perfumo (1942–2016), Argentine centre-back nicknamed 'El Mariscal': club and international career, playing style, media work and legacy.

Roberto Rosato — Italian defender and international representative Roberto Rosato Roberto Rosato (1943–2010) was an Italian football defender who played at club level mainly with AC Milan and represented Italy at major tournaments, including the 1968 European Ch…

Roberto Rossellini Italian film director, producer and screenwriter central to Italian neorealism; known for Rome, Open City, Paisà and Germany, Year Zero. Influential for location shooting, nonprofe…

Roberto Sagastume Pinto — Guatemalan educator and municipal leader Roberto Sagastume Pinto Roberto Sagastume Pinto (1944–2014) was a Guatemalan educator and politician who served as mayor of Esquipulas and governor of Chiquimula; he died in a car crash in 2014.

Roberto Telch — Argentine midfielder and San Lorenzo stalwart Roberto Telch Roberto “Oveja” Telch (1943–2014) was an Argentine midfielder, four-time league champion with San Lorenzo, a 1974 World Cup squad member, later a coach and long-serving youth train…

Robin Herd: engineer, designer and co‑founder of March Racing Robin Herd Profile of Robin Herd CBE (1939–2019), British engineer and co‑founder of March Engineering, outlining his career at McLaren and Cosworth, March’s achievements, later business vent…

Robin Sachs English actor Robin Sachs (1951–2013) worked across stage, film, television and voice acting. He is remembered for supporting roles in genre films and series and for his voice work…

Robin Seymour — Detroit radio and television disc jockey Robin Seymour (DJ) Robin Seymour (1926–2020) was a Detroit-born radio and TV disc jockey best known for long runs at WKMH and CKLW and for hosting the teen dance shows Teen Town and Swingin' Time.

Robin Stjernberg Swedish pop singer born in Hässleholm (1991). Gained national attention on TV, won Melodifestivalen 2013 and represented Sweden at the Eurovision Song Contest with the song “You”.

Robin Tunney Robin Tunney (born 1972) is an American actress known for 1990s films such as Empire Records and The Craft and for TV roles on Prison Break and The Mentalist.

Robin "Roblimo" Miller — technology journalist and open source advocate Roblimo Profile of technology journalist Robin "Roblimo" Miller (1952–2018), his work with Open Source Technology Group, contributions to open-source journalism, affiliations, and legacy.

Rockin' Rebel (Chuck Williams) — American independent professional wrestler Rockin' Rebel Profile of Chuck Williams, known as Rockin' Rebel: career on the U.S. independent wrestling scene, ring persona and trademark, promotions he worked with, and circumstances of his d…

Everett Lamar "Rocky" Bridges — American Major League Baseball Utility Infielder (1951–1961) Rocky Bridges Everett Lamar "Rocky" Bridges (1927–2015) was an American Major League Baseball utility infielder who played parts of 11 seasons (1951–1961), appearing for clubs including the Dodg…

Rocky De La Fuente 2020 presidential campaign Overview of businessman and perennial candidate Rocky De La Fuente's 2020 bid: party choices, announcement, self-funding, brief fundraising figures, consideration of third‑party op…

Rocky Frisco (Don Roscoe Joseph III, 1937–2015) Rocky Frisco American pianist Don Roscoe 'Rocky' Joseph III (1937–2015), known as Rocky Frisco or Rocky Curtiss, was JJ Cale's longtime pianist and a contributor to the development of the Tulsa…

Rocky Marciano — undefeated World Heavyweight champion and boxing icon Rocky Marciano Rocky Marciano (Rocco Marchegiano) was an American heavyweight boxer, world champion (1952–1956) who retired undefeated at 49–0 with 43 KOs. Noted for his power, stamina and compac…

Rod de'Ath — Welsh rock drummer and Rory Gallagher collaborator Rod de'Ath Welsh rock drummer who played with Rory Gallagher in the 1970s, earlier member of Killing Floor, later badly injured in a 1987 train accident; his death was reported in 2014.

Rod Hundley Rodney Clark “Hot Rod” Hundley (1934–2015) was an American basketball guard and long‑time television broadcaster, known for his flamboyant playing style, college success at West Vi…

Rod Richards Welsh politician Roderick 'Rod' Richards (1947–2019) was a Conservative MP and later a member of the Welsh Assembly; he joined UKIP in 2013 and died in 2019 in Penarth.

Rod Serling: American dramatist and creator of The Twilight Zone Rod Serling Overview of Rod Serling (1924–1975), his career as a playwright, screenwriter and television producer, major works and themes, and his continuing influence on speculative fiction a…

Rod Steiger: American Character Actor and Method Performer Rod Steiger Rod Steiger (1925–2002) was a Method-trained American actor celebrated for intense, versatile performances in film, television and theatre, notably In the Heat of the Night and The…

Rod Woodson — NFL defensive back, coach and analyst Rod Woodson Profile of Rod Woodson, a Hall of Fame defensive back who played from 1987–2003, won a Super Bowl with Baltimore, set the NFL record for interception returns for touchdowns, and la…

Rowdy Roddy Piper (Roderick George Toombs) — wrestler and actor Roddy Piper Canadian professional wrestler and actor known for his 'Rowdy' persona, explosive promos, Piper's Pit talk segments, major roles in wrestling promotions and the film They Live; WWE…

Roderick Rijnders (Dutch rowing coxswain) Roderick Rijnders Roderick 'Rody' Rijnders (1941–2018) was a Dutch coxswain who won Olympic silver in the coxed pair at Mexico City 1968 and a European bronze in 1965; born in Batavia and died in Th…