Noble Henry Willingham, Jr. (August 31, 1931 – January 17, 2004) was an American actor renowned for his appearances in over thirty films and numerous television shows. Born in Mineola, Texas, Willingham initially pursued a career in education, teaching government and economics at Sam Houston High School in Houston. However, driven by his passion for acting, he transitioned into the entertainment industry. Notable film credits include "Chinatown" (1974), "La Bamba" (1987), and "City Slickers" (1991), while his television work encompassed roles in "Home Improvement," "Dallas," and "Star Trek: The Next Generation." Willingham is best remembered for his portrayal of C.D. Parker in the series "Walker, Texas Ranger" from 1993 to 1999. Tragically, he passed away from a heart attack at the age of 72 in Palm Springs. His legacy endures through his impactful contributions to the world of entertainment.

Noble Drew Ali (1886–1929) was an influential American religious leader who founded the Moorish Science Temple of America. Born as Timothy or Thomas Drew, his early life is shrouded in uncertainty, with various accounts about his upbringing and heritage. Drew Ali's religious formation is marked by his supposed encounters with a high priest in Egypt, who trained him in mysticism and imparted a "lost section" of the Quran. Central to his teachings was The Holy Koran of the Moorish Science Temple of America, also known as the "Circle Seven Koran," which blended elements from The Aquarian Gospel of Jesus the Christ and the Rosicrucian work, Unto Thee I Grant. Drew Ali's philosophy emphasized love over hate and the understanding of one's higher and lower self, while also asserting the Asiatic heritage of Jesus and his followers. His beliefs centered on the notion that African Americans were all Moors descended from ancient Moabites. Despite his death in 1929, Noble Drew Ali's legacy continues to influence the ideologies of various movements, including the Nation of Islam. His impact on the founding and ideology of the Nation of Islam is particularly noteworthy, shaping the course of American religious history.

Noble Consort Zheng (1565–1630) was a prominent concubine of the Wanli Emperor during the Ming dynasty. Born in 1565 in southern Beijing, she was selected for the emperor's harem in 1581 and quickly rose in status, eventually being conferred the rank of Noble Consort in 1584. Zheng's relationship with the emperor caused significant conflict in the imperial court, as he attempted to make her son his heir apparent, bypassing his eldest son by another consort. This led to over a decade of factionalism and disputes. Despite the emperor's efforts, Zheng's son was not ultimately made heir apparent until 1601. After her death in 1630, Zheng was entombed at Yinquan Mountain within the Ming Tombs. Her life has been depicted in various television series, including the 2005 Chinese series "Jing Yiwei" and the 2015 South Korean series "The Jingbirok: A Memoir of Imjin War."References:- History Office, ed. (1620s). 明實錄：明神宗實錄 [Veritable Records of the Ming: Veritable Records of Shenzong of Ming]- Huang, Ray (1988). "The Lung-ch'ing and Wan-li reigns, 1567–1620". In Mote, Frederick W.; Twitchett, Denis (eds.). The Ming Dynasty, 1368–

Noble David Cook (1941 - April 8, 2024) was a distinguished historian and author known for his extensive research on the history of colonial Peru. He held the prestigious position of a professor emeritus at Florida International University, where he had been teaching since 1992. Cook's impressive academic journey included earning a master's degree from the University of Florida and obtaining his PhD in history from the University of Texas at Austin under the guidance of renowned historian Nicolás Sánchez-Albornoz.One of Cook's most renowned works is "Demographic Collapse: Indian Peru, 1520–1620," published in 1981, where he meticulously analyzed the population decline and demographics of Peru during the Spanish colonial period. Throughout his career, he made significant contributions to the understanding of Latin American history, receiving accolades such as the Guggenheim Fellowship in 1991 for his exceptional work in Iberian and Latin American History.In addition to his academic pursuits, Cook was a prolific author, publishing numerous books and edited works, including "The Plague Files: Crisis Management in Sixteenth-Century Seville" and "People of the Volcano: Andean Counterpoint in the Colca Valley of Peru," among others. His dedication to historical research and teaching left an indelible mark on the academic community.On a personal note, Cook was married to Alexandra Parma Cook, with whom he shared a child. He passed away on April 8,

Noble Consort Wenxi (? – 19 December 1694) was a consort of the Kangxi Emperor, belonging to the Manchu Bordered Yellow Banner Niohuru clan. Her personal name was not recorded in history. Her family background was prestigious, with her paternal grandmother, Mukushen, being Nurhaci's daughter, making the Kangxi Emperor and Noble Consort Wenxi second cousins. Her father, Ebilun, served as one of the Four Regents of the Kangxi Emperor. Noble Consort Wenxi gave birth to the emperor's 10th son, Yun'e, and an 11th daughter who died prematurely. She passed away on 19 December 1694 and was posthumously granted the title "Noble Consort Wenxi". She is briefly mentioned in the Chinese television series Empresses in the Palace. Noble Consort Wenxi's life and status in the imperial court during the Kangxi era are of historical interest and provide insight into the Qing dynasty's royal and noble ranks.