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August 2012
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Julia Child's 100th Birthday: A Centennial Celebration of Fun Facts
August 13, 2012 by Libby O'ConnellJulia Child was a serious cook who always seemed to be having fun. Whether she was teaching Cordon Bleu cuisine to Americans on her famous TV show, The French Chef, or gallivanting around Provence, France, with her husband Paul, she lived life with gusto...
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- Famous Leos
- Famous Chefs
- Famous Television Personalities
Julia Child
Chef, Television Personality, Journalist / 1912 - 2004
TV chef and author Julia Child adapted complex French cooking for everyday Americans, with her groundbreaking cookbook Mastering the Art of French Cooking.
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Gene Kelly's 100th Birthday: Patricia W. Kelly Considers Her Husband's Legacy
August 22, 2012 by Patricia Ward KellyI was delighted when Biography.com asked me if I would write a short piece about what Gene would want his legacy to be on his centennial. I was happy for two reasons:...
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- Famous Irish-Americans
- Actors Turned Directors
- Honorary Oscar Recipients
Gene Kelly
Film Actor, Dancer / 1912 - 1996
Gene Kelly was a dancer whose athletic style transformed the movie musical and did much to change the American public's conception of male dancers.
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Happy Birthday, Michael Jackson! An Infographic of His Relationships & Fun Facts
August 28, 2012 by Eudie PakIf there aren't any moonwalking flash mobs sliding out all over the world today, then the world has gone crazy. Why? Because today is Michael Jackson's birthday!...
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- Apollo Legends
- Celebrity Bookings
- Famous People Involved in Sex Scandals
Michael Jackson
Dancer, Songwriter, Music Producer, Singer / 1958 - 2009
Singer-songwriter Michael Jackson's award-winning career as the King of Pop transformed the face of pop music and popular culture. He released the best-selling album in history, Thriller, in 1982. He died unexpectedly in 2009.
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Match of the Century, Joe Frazier vs. Muhammad Ali
August 14, 2012 by Kayla AriasThe producers at BIO.com review hundreds of photos of famous figures each week, from award-winning actors and popular singers, to headliners and scandal makers...
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- The Ed Sullivan Show Guests
- Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier
- Olympic Boxers
Joe Frazier
Boxer / 1944 - 2011
Joe Frazier was the world heavyweight boxing champion from February 1970 until January 1973 and fought in the famous "Thrilla in Manila" in 1975.
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- Famous Fathers
- Name Changers
- Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier
Muhammad Ali
Boxer, Philanthropist / 1942 -
Muhammad Ali is considered one of the greatest athletes in boxing history, winning both the coveted Golden Gloves title and an Olympic gold medal, among several other honors.
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Marilyn Monroe's Death: 50 Years Later, Photos By Sam Shaw
August 3, 2012 by Leanne FrenchAugust 5th will mark the 50th anniversary of Marilyn Monroe’s death, and still, a half century later, the world is fascinated by the legend of Hollywood’s most celebrated...
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- Pucker Uppers
- Numerous Nuptials
- USO Entertainers
Marilyn Monroe
Film Actress, Pin-up / 1926 - 1962
Actress Marilyn Monroe overcame a difficult childhood to become of the world's biggest and most enduring sex symbols. She died of a drug overdose in 1962.
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- Famous Capricorns
- Famous Photographers
- Famous Artists
Sam Shaw
Photographer / 1912 - 1999
Photographer Sam Shaw is remembered for his iconic images of such stars as Marilyn Monroe and Marlon Brando. He also produced several films, including 1961's Paris Blues.
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Bill Nye Blasts Creationism, Clint Eastwood Talks to Empty Chair
August 31, 2012 by Eudie PakBiography.com's "Week in Review" highlights interesting people who've made the news this past week—thanks to their endeavors, big ideas, triumphs, importance in history, or magnanimous gaffes. While there were many people to choose from this week, here...
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- Famous Sagittarians
- Famous Engineers
- Famous People Named Bill
Bill Nye
Engineer, Television Personality / 1955 -
Science educator Bill Nye is best known for hosting Bill Nye, the Science Guy, a PBS Kids show about science.
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- Famous Arians
- Famous Activists
- Famous People Born in 1949
Ann Romney
Activist / 1949 -
Ann Romney is the former first lady of Massachusetts and the wife of former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney.
Chris Christie
U.S. Governor / 1962 -
Chris Christie is best known for his combative style as the Republican governor of traditionally Democratic New Jersey.
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- Million-Dollar Ideas
- Female Talk Show Hosts
- Weight Loss Winners
Oprah Winfrey
Film Actress, Entrepreneur, Producer, Philanthropist, Talk Show Host, Television Producer / 1954 -
Billionaire Oprah Winfrey has hosted her own internationally popular talk show since 1986. She is also an actress, philanthropist, publisher, and producer.
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- Studio 54 Patrons
- Famous Pop Artists
- Famous Leos
Andy Warhol
Painter, Filmmaker / 1928 - 1987
Illustrator Andy Warhol was one of the most prolific and popular artists of his time, using both avant-garde and highly commercial sensibilities.
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- Actors Turned Politicians
- Actors Turned Directors
- Best Director Oscar Winners
Clint Eastwood
Actor, Director / 1930 -
Clint Eastwood has made his name as a popular TV and film actor. He went on to become a famed director, working on several Academy Award-winning films.
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- Eagle Scouts
- Famous Lefties
- Famous Leos
Neil Armstrong
Astronaut, Explorer, Pilot / 1930 - 2012
Astronaut, military pilot, and educator, Neil Armstrong made history on July 20, 1969, by becoming the first man to walk on the moon.

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