figures

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He died at his home in Woodstock, New York, on Monday afternoon according to a statement from his publicist, who called him "one of the most honored and influential figures in American music".

From BBC • May 26, 2026

Sonny Rollins, a sublime tenor saxophonist and one of the last iconic figures of the golden age of post-World War II jazz, died Monday at his home in Woodstock, N.Y.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

He also regularly denounced what he said was the slow pace of legal action for corruption against senior figures in the previous government of former president Macky Sall.

From Barron's • May 24, 2026

His previous works include interviews and video stories featuring prominent political figures such as Senator Patty Murray, former Governor Steve Sisolak, and former Vice President Mike Pence.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

A moment later, the other figures had got into the vehicle, too, and it sped off, leaving a cloud of dust billowing behind them.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler