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3: Kenny Rogers

Kenny Rogers was a highly influential and beloved country music singer and songwriter. Throughout his career, which spanned over six decades, he released more than 65 albums and became one of the best-selling music artists of all time. His smooth baritone voice and catchy, storytelling-style songs earned him widespread popularity and critical acclaim, and he was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2013.

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2: Donna Summer

Donna Summer was a pioneering and influential singer, songwriter, and actress who rose to fame in the 1970s to become the "Queen of Disco." Summer's early career included work as a session singer and performances in musical theater, and she achieved her first major success as a solo artist in 1975 with the hit song "Love to Love You Baby." This was followed by a string of other hits, including "I Feel Love," "Last Dance," and "Hot Stuff," which helped establish her as one of the most popular and successful recording artists of the disco era.

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1: Johnny Carson

For 30 years he ruled late night television interviewing celebrities and making us laugh. The Tonight Show has never been the same since Johnny Carson retired. One of the most popular and influential television personalities of his time, Carson was known for his quick wit, impeccable timing, and humorous monologues. He received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career, including six Emmy Awards and the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Carson retired from "The Tonight Show" in 1992 and passed away on January 23, 2005, but his impact on the world of entertainment and his enduring popularity continue to be remembered.

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