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June 2012
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Judy Garland: Troubles from the End of the Rainbow
June 22, 2012 by Josh MapesOn June 22nd, 1969, Judy Garland died from an overdose of barbiturates in her London hotel, just weeks after she'd celebrated her 47th Birthday. Though Judy Garland's professional triumphs are why so many fans still watch her films and listen to her...
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- Numerous Nuptials
- Imbibers
- Famous Irish-Americans
Judy Garland
Film Actress, Television Actress, Pin-up, Singer / 1922 - 1969
Actress and singer Judy Garland was the star of many classic musical films, and was known for her tremendous talent and troubled life.
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Michael Jackson: Remembering the Life and Death of the King of Pop
June 25, 2012 by Jackie NashMichael Jackson was 50 years old when he died on June 25, 2009, after suffering cardiac arrest due to Propofol intoxication. The King of Pop was just two months...
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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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Heart to Heart: Ann & Nancy Wilson Answer Fans' Questions
June 18, 2012 by Eudie PakIt’s been four decades since Ann and Nancy Wilson of Heart exploded onto the American rock scene, and throughout those years, their musical metamorphoses have been...
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- USO Entertainers
- Heart
- Famous Geminis
Ann Wilson
Singer / 1950 -
Ann Wilson is best known as the vocalist for Heart, the rock band that became famous for songs like "Barracuda."
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- USO Entertainers
- Heart
- Famous Pisceans
Nancy Wilson
Songwriter, Guitarist, Singer / 1954 -
Nancy Wilson is a singer, songwriter and guitarist for the rock band Heart, along with her sister, Ann Wilson.
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The E.T. Cast: Where Are They Now?
June 9, 2012 by Eudie PakThirty years ago today, Steven Spielberg released his sci-fi, tearjerker adventure flick, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, which became the highest grossing film for...
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- Celebrities With Court-side Seats
- Eagle Scouts
- Best Director Oscar Winners
Steven Spielberg
Director, Producer / 1946 -
Academy Award-winning filmmaker, director and producer Steven Spielberg's films include Jaws, The Color Purple and Schindler's List.
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- Scream Queens
- Actors Turned Directors
- Where Are They Now
Drew Barrymore
Film Actress, Director, Producer, Model, Screenwriter / 1975 -
Actress Drew Barrymore gained early fame as a child star. She later struggled with substance abuse and notoriety, before re-emerging as a talented actress and producer.
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Heart to Heart, Part 2: Ann & Nancy Wilson Answer Fans' Questions
June 19, 2012 by Eudie PakPart 1 of Biography.com's exclusive interview with Heart went live on Tuesday. Here's our second and final installment of the interview with sisters Ann and Nancy...
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- USO Entertainers
- Heart
- Famous Geminis
Ann Wilson
Singer / 1950 -
Ann Wilson is best known as the vocalist for Heart, the rock band that became famous for songs like "Barracuda."
- In these groups:
- USO Entertainers
- Heart
- Famous Pisceans
Nancy Wilson
Songwriter, Guitarist, Singer / 1954 -
Nancy Wilson is a singer, songwriter and guitarist for the rock band Heart, along with her sister, Ann Wilson.
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Obama Wins Health Care Mandate, Spice Girls Back on Stage
June 29, 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 Fathers
- Nobel Peace Prize Winners
- Famous Lefties
Barack Obama
Lawyer, U.S. President, U.S. Representative / 1961 -
Barack Obama is the 44th and current president of the United States, and the first African American to serve as U.S. president. First elected to the presidency in 2008, he won a second term in 2012.
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- Nobel Peace Prize Winners
- U.S. Presidents
- Famous Libras
Jimmy Carter
U.S. President / 1924 -
Jimmy Carter was the 39th president of the United States (1977-81) and later was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002.
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- Spice Girls
- Cool Britannia - Cultural Icons: 1990s
- Famous Leos
Geri Halliwell
Singer / 1972 -
Geri Halliwell was known as "Ginger Spice" in the all-girl, British pop group the Spice Girls. Halliwell has the most No. 1 singles of any female musician in U.K. history.
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- Famous Celebrity Couples
- Spice Girls
- Cool Britannia - Cultural Icons: 1990s
Victoria Beckham
Entrepreneur, Fashion Designer, Model, Singer / 1974 -
Victoria Beckham is a fashion designer and singer chiefly known for her work with the Spice Girls and for being the wife of soccer star David Beckham.
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- Famous Lookalikes
- Olympic Swimmers
- Olympic 2012 Athletes
Michael Phelps
Professional Swimmer / 1985 -
Swimmer Michael Phelps has set the record for winning the most medals, 22, of any Olympic athlete in history.
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- Olympic Swimmers
- Olympic 2012 Athletes
- Hottest Olympic Athletes
Ryan Lochte
Professional Swimmer / 1984 -
Ryan Lochte is an American swimmer who has won 11 Olympic medals in the sport, including five golds.
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- Silver Foxes
- Famous Capricorns
- Famous Chefs
Paula Deen
Chef, Television Personality / 1947 -
Paula Deen is best known for her Food Network shows on Southern cooking, including Paula's Home Cooking, Paula's Party and Paula's Best Dishes.

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