Eagle

Towering moral authority and quiet command defined his entire career.

Gregory Peck embodied dignified, principled leadership both on and off screen — his portrayal of Atticus Finch in 'To Kill a Mockingbird' was less acting than revelation of character. He was known for taking on roles with deep ethical weight, speaking out against McCarthyism at personal risk, and carrying himself with a solitary, visionary integrity that few could match. He didn't seek the spotlight for glamour's sake — he soared above it, setting a standard others aspired to.