February 24

Born in 1914, John Daly began his career as a newspaperman before transitioning to television. He gained fame as the calm and witty moderator of 'What's My Line?' and 'To Tell the Truth'. Over his career, he interviewed presidents, celebrities, and cultural icons. His clear diction and gentle humor endeared him to millions of viewers. Daly also anchored news broadcasts and lent his voice to documentaries. His legacy lives on in the golden age of network television.

Daniel 'Danny' Gallivan began broadcasting for the Montreal Canadiens in 1952 and remained their play-by-play announcer until 1984. He was famed for colorful expressions like 'spinarama' and his passionate, poetic descriptions of on-ice action. Gallivan's voice became synonymous with some of hockey's most memorable moments and Stanley Cup victories. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1984 for his contributions to sports broadcasting. Beyond hockey, Gallivan covered Olympic Games and other major sporting events for CBC Television. His distinctive style set a new standard for sports commentary in Canada and beyond.

Born in Cedar Grove, New Jersey, she began working with marine mammals at SeaWorld Orlando in 1994. Rising to the position of senior trainer, she was the lead performer in orca shows and an advocate for animal care. Brancheau developed a close bond with Tilikum, the orca she worked with most frequently, and educated guests about marine life. During a show in February 2010, she was tragically killed by Tilikum, an incident that prompted worldwide scrutiny of marine park safety. Her legacy includes renewed safety standards and a memorial fund supporting marine mammal research and rescue efforts.

Haukur Hilmarsson was an Icelandic activist whose commitment to social justice led him to both domestic protests and overseas volunteer efforts. Born in 1986, he became involved in grassroots movements advocating for political change in Iceland. Driven by his beliefs, Hilmarsson traveled abroad to join volunteer fighters in conflict zones. His life exemplified the spirit of international solidarity and political idealism. He is remembered for bridging local activism with global causes and inspiring others to take direct action.