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James D. Wolfensohn, Who Led the World Bank for 10 Years, Dies at 86

He was a force on Wall Street before taking the reins of the bank in 1995, then proceeded to shake it up. He did the same at both Carnegie Hall and the Kennedy Center.

Sean Connery, Who Embodied James Bond and More, Dies at 90

To legions of fans who have watched a parade of actors play Agent 007, none played the part as magnetically or as indelibly as Mr. Connery.

James Redford, Documentarian and Environmentalist, Dies at 58

After two liver transplants, he founded an institute to increase awareness. He and his father, Robert Redford, also championed environmental films.

James Randi, Magician Who Debunked Paranormal Claims, Dies at 92

Known professionally as the Amazing Randi, he dedicated his life to exposing seers who did not see, healers who did not heal and many others.

James A. Johnson, Democratic Power Broker, Dies at 76

Once called “the chairman of the universe,” he led Fannie Mae, the Kennedy Center and the Brookings Institution. He also aided in several presidential runs.

James Helferich, Artist in the Food World and Prison Chef, Dies at 75

A classically trained cook, Mr. Helferich worked at marine theme parks in Florida, enthralling his co-workers with his skill as an ice and butter sculptor. He died of the novel coronavirus.

James Jackson, Who Changed the Study of Black America, Dies at 76

Rather than focus on interracial comparisons, his National Survey of Black Americans explored the complexities within the Black population.

James R. Thompson, Longest-Serving Governor of Illinois, Dies at 84

A relentless campaigner, he served for 14 years after winning an election to a special two-year term in 1976.

James Harris, Towering Wrestler Known as Kamala, Dies at 70

He became a top draw portraying a stereotypical menacing African warrior who was always supposed to lose to his white opponents. He died of Covid-19.

James Powers, Brooklyn Gallerist Who Nurtured Black Artists, Dies at 80

Openings at Mr. Powers’s Spiral Gallery on Vanderbilt Avenue were rollicking festivals of art and jazz featuring emerging artists from the neighborhood and beyond.