Historical clue formulations

• Linda of the band 4 Non Blondes — 2026-06-03
• With 39-Across, 1970s-'80s fashion icon — 2019-08-17
• First female artist with five Billboard #1's from the same album — 2018-12-22
• Commodore in Sondheim's "Pacific Overtures" — 2018-02-03
• Clinton defense secretary William — 2011-01-27
• Designer Ellis — 2009-12-08
• Antoinette after whom the Tony Awards are named — 2008-07-18
• 60-Across's boss — 2004-11-14
• Clinton defense secretary — 2002-01-06
• Actor Luke — 1999-04-06
• Raymond's lawyer role — 1994-02-20