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March 2012
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Women Under 25 Who Made History
March 23, 2012 by Leila TahaIn the 21st century, we have many female role models to look up to. Female actresses, politicians, and first ladies are celebrated and profiled. We've come a long way from the times when women's achievements were not celebrated, and women, especially...
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Pocahontas
Folk Hero / 1595 - 1617
Pocahontas, later known as Rebecca Rolfe, was a Native American who assisted English colonists during their first years in Virginia.
- In these groups:
- Notable Female Leaders
- Oscar-Winning Portrayals
- Real Life Leading Ladies
Queen Elizabeth I
Queen / 1533 - 1603
Elizabeth I was the long-ruling queen of England, governing with relative stability and prosperity for 44 years. The Elizabethan era is named for her.
- In these groups:
- Marc Antony and Cleopatra
- Loved to Death
- Notable Female Leaders
Cleopatra VII
Queen / 69 - 30
As queen of ancient Egypt, Cleopatra is one of the most famous female rulers in history. The stories surrounding Cleopatra's tragic life inspired a Shakespeare play.
- In these groups:
- Famous Lefties
- Famous Military Leaders
- Famous French People
Joan of Arc
Warrior / 1412 - 1431
Martyr, saint and military leader Joan of Arc, acting under divine guidance, led the French army to victory over the British during the Hundred Years' War.
- In these groups:
- Famous Geminis
- Famous People Named Anne
- Famous People Born in 1929
Anne Frank
1929 - 1945
Anne Frank is a Jewish girl that had to go into hiding during World War II. She is best known for the diary that she kept, which continues to touch people today.
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First Ladies and Their Causes
March 20, 2012 by Kim GilmoreThe first lady of the United States plays a vital role in setting the tone for the national office. Though it is not an official job, first ladies throughout U...
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- In these groups:
- U.S. First Ladies
- Famous Taureans
- Famous People Born in North Carolina
Dolley Madison
U.S. First Lady / 1768 - 1849
Dolley Madison is best known as the wife of United States President James Madison, who served from 1809 to 1817.
- In these groups:
- Influential Women of Washington
- U.S. First Ladies
- Famous Sagittarians
Mary Todd Lincoln
U.S. First Lady / 1818 - 1882
Mary Todd Lincoln was the wife of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th president of the United States.
- In these groups:
- Influential Women of Washington
- U.S. First Ladies
- Famous Virgoans
Lucy Hayes
U.S. First Lady / 1831 - 1889
Lucy Hayes was an American first lady, the wife of President Rutherford B. Hayes.
- In these groups:
- Influential Women of Washington
- Famous Arians
- U.S. First Ladies
Lou Hoover
Philanthropist, U.S. First Lady / 1874 - 1944
A philanthropist who was active in wartime relief, Lou Hoover was the wife of President Herbert Hoover.
Eleanor Roosevelt
Diplomat, U.S. First Lady / 1884 - 1962
The wife of President Franklin D. Roosevelt, Eleanor Roosevelt changed the role of the first lady through her active participation in American politics.
- In these groups:
- People with Animal Names
- Influential Women of Washington
- U.S. First Ladies
Lady Bird Johnson
Women's Rights Activist, U.S. First Lady / 1912 - 2007
The wife of U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson, Lady Bird Johnson served as first lady from 1963 to 1969.
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- Breast Cancer Survivors
- Studio 54 Patrons
- Influential Women of Washington
Betty Ford
U.S. First Lady / 1918 - 2011
Betty Ford became the First Lady when President Nixon resigned and made her Vice President husband, Gerald Ford, the acting President.
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- Breast Cancer Survivors
- Girl Scouts
- Influential Women of Washington
Nancy Reagan
Film Actress, U.S. First Lady / 1921 -
Nancy Reagan is a former first lady of the United States, the widow of Ronald Reagan, who founded the "Just Say No" drug awareness campaign.
- In these groups:
- Notable Female Leaders
- Influential Women of Washington
- Girl Scouts
Hillary Clinton
Women's Rights Activist, U.S. First Lady, Government Official / 1947 -
When Hillary Clinton was elected to the U.S. Senate in 2001, she became the only American first lady to hold national office. She became the 67th U.S. secretary of state in 2009, serving until 2013.
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Martha Graham: The Mother of Modern Dance
March 22, 2012 by Josh MapesDuring the time when women were fighting for the right to vote in the United States, Martha Graham began to study dance when she was well into her 20s. Though she...
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- Studio 54 Patrons
- Famous Taureans
- Famous Choreographers
Martha Graham
Choreographer / 1894 - 1991
Martha Graham is considered by many to be the 20th century's most important dancer and the mother of modern dance.
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Lookalike of the Week: O Canada!
March 22, 2012 by Kayla AriasCharles H. Best was a physiologist who, with fellow scientist Sir Frederick Banting, discovered that insulin could help control diabetes. Actor Ryan Gosling has...
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- Sparks On The Set
- Famous Lookalikes
- Famous Scorpios
Ryan Gosling
Film Actor / 1980 -
Ryan Gosling is a Canadian actor best known for his film roles in The Notebook, Half Nelson and Crazy, Stupid, Love.
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- Famous Lookalikes
- Famous Academics
- Famous Pisceans
Charles H. Best
Academic, Physiologist / 1899 - 1978
Charles H. Best was a physiologist and medical researcher who co-discovered the use of insulin as a treatment for diabetes.
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Photo of the Week: Shooting Through the Glass Ceiling
March 19, 2012 by Julien McNabThe 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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- Groundbreaking Women
- Famous Capricorns
- Famous Film Directors
Dorothy Arzner
Director / 1897 - 1979
Dorothy Arzner was a pioneer in the film industry, becoming one of the first women directors of feature films and the first woman to join the Directors Guild of America.
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Glee Special to Premiere
March 21, 2012BIO Channel presents the premiere of Biography: Glee: Keep on Believin', a one-hour special that takes a behind-the-scenes peek at the hit show. Tune in on Tuesday, April 10 at 9PM EST and 10PM PST for a look at the show’s evolution. The special will...
also in this articleLea Michele
Theater Actress, Television Actress, Singer / 1986 -
Actress Lea Michele landed the role of Rachel Berry, an ambitious teenager who dreams of stardom, on the TV show Glee.
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- Live Talks Los Angeles
- Vegans
- Glee Cast
Jane Lynch
Film Actress, Theater Actress, Television Actress / 1960 -
Jane Lynch is a Golden Globe and Emmy-Award winning film and television actress. She is best known for her role as Coach Sue Sylvester on the TV series Glee.
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- Celebrities With Court-side Seats
- Glee Cast
- Famous Scorpios
Matthew Morrison
Theater Actor, Television Actor, Singer / 1978 -
Matthew Morrison is an American actor who was in the long-running Broadway show Hairspray and is now featured on the hit television series Glee.

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