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2012
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Andy Warhol and The Factory
February 22, 2012 by Kim GilmoreAvant-garde artist Andy Warhol is known for his creative flair, and for turning every day objects—like the Campbell's soup can—into pop culture icons. With his signature silver hair, Warhol was at the epicenter of the cutting-edge New York City art...
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- In these groups:
- Famous Taureans
- Famous Actresses
- Famous Models
Edie Sedgwick
Actress, Model / 1943 - 1971
Edie Sedgwick was a socialite and model who became a muse to Andy Warhol in the 1960s.
- In these groups:
- Hair Dos and Don'ts
- Breast Cancer Survivors
- Famous Leos
Betsey Johnson
Fashion Designer / 1942 -
Fashion designer Betsey Johnson developed her edgy, offbeat style during the new wave/punk era of the late 1970s.
- In these groups:
- Best Song Oscar Winners
- Famous Lefties
- Folk Singers and Folk Revolutionaries
Bob Dylan
Songwriter, Singer / 1941 -
Bob Dylan is a folk rock singer-songwriter whose career began in the early 1960s with songs that chronicled social issues like war and civil rights.
- In these groups:
- Famous Hispanic Artists
- Famous Taureans
- Famous Painters
Salvador Dalí
Painter, Filmmaker, Writer / 1904 - 1989
Salvador Dali is best known for his long surrealist painting career.
- In these groups:
- Celebrity Death Hoaxes
- Famous Pisceans
- Famous Singers
Lou Reed
Songwriter, Guitarist, Singer / 1942 -
Lou Reed is a singer and guitarist best known as a co-founder of the influential rock group the Velvet Underground and as solo artist.
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Photo of the Week: Finger Lickin' Good
February 6, 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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Fact or Fiction Friday: Presidential Nicknames Edition
February 17, 2012 by Leila TahaAs the country gears up for the 2012 presidential race, we turn our attention to an important aspect of presidential history: The presidential nickname. Nearly...
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- U.S. Presidents
- Famous Leos
- Famous People Named Benjamin
Benjamin Harrison
U.S. President / 1833 - 1901
Benjamin Harrison is best known as the 23rd president of the United States. He was the grandson of President William Henry Harrison.
- In these groups:
- Fantastic Facial Hair
- Political Party Crashers
- U.S. Presidents
Martin Van Buren
Governor, U.S. President, U.S. Vice President, U.S. Representative / 1782 - 1862
Martin Van Buren was the eighth president of the United States. His shrewd dealings laid the foundations for the Democratic Party and the modern political machine.
Grover Cleveland
Lawyer, Governor, Mayor, U.S. President / 1837 - 1908
The 22nd and 24th president, Grover Cleveland is the only POTUS to serve two nonconsecutive terms, as well as the first to be married in the White House.
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Who Am I? Famous Black History Record-Breakers
February 14, 2012 by Rhonda Hilario-CaguiatThe best and the brightest have a way of capturing our attention, and when it comes to making world records there's no shortage of notable African Americans. Here...
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Celebrity Super Bowl Ads
February 3, 2012 by Rhonda Hilario-CaguiatIn an age where multiple small screens and big screens fight for our attention, the Super Bowl stands out as a sure thing for drawing a huge audience. That's why...
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- Celebrity Death Hoaxes
- Silver Foxes
- Famous Capricorns
Betty White
Animal Rights Activist, Television Actress, Comedian / 1922 -
Betty White is a comedic actress who has been in show business, from TV to film, since the 1950s, most notably on The Golden Girls.
- In these groups:
- Famous Pisceans
- Famous Actors
- Famous Film Actors
Abe Vigoda
Film Actor, Theater Actor, Television Actor / 1921 -
Abe Vigoda has been a popular character actor in television and film for more than four decades. He landed his film break with a role in The Godfather.
Michael Jordan
Basketball Player / 1963 -
Michael Jordan is a former American basketball player who led the Bulls to six national championships and earned the NBA Most Valuable Player Award five times.
- In these groups:
- Famous Lefties
- People with Animal Names
- Larry Bird and Magic Johnson
Larry Bird
Basketball Player, Coach / 1956 -
Larry Bird is a retired professional basketball player known for his years with the Boston Celtics and his deceptively nimble skills on the court.
- In these groups:
- Weight Loss Winners
- Britney Spears and Kevin Federline
- Famous Arians
Kevin Federline
Dancer, Singer, Reality Television Star / 1978 -
Kevin Federline, best known for his marriage to superstar Britney Spears in 2004, has performed as a backup dancer for such pop stars as Michael Jackson.
- In these groups:
- Celebrity Enlistees
- Famous Pisceans
- Famous Game Show Hosts
Ed McMahon
Comedian, Game Show Host / 1923 - 2009
Ed McMahon was the announcer on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson, made famous through his banter and his opening introduction, 'Heeeere's Johnny!'
- In these groups:
- Famous Aquarians
- U.S. Vice Presidents
- Famous People Named Dan
Dan Quayle
U.S. Vice President, U.S. Representative / 1947 -
Dan Quayle served in the House of Representatives and the Senate and was the 44th vice president of the United States under President George Bush.
- In these groups:
- Gap-Toothed Grinners
- Cast of The Hobbit
- Famous Aquarians
Elijah Wood
Film Actor, Television Actor / 1981 -
Elijah Wood is known for playing the hobbit Frodo in The Lord of the Rings film trilogy, as well as for parts in The Ice Storm, Sin City and Happy Feet.
- In these groups:
- Famous Lookalikes
- Hotheads
- Vegans
Alec Baldwin
Animal Rights Activist, Film Actor, Theater Actor, Television Actor / 1958 -
American movie, television and theater actor Alec Baldwin is the star of the sitcom 30 Rock, for which he received Golden Globes and an Emmy.
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Fact or Fiction Friday: Grammy Awards Edition
February 9, 2012 by Leila TahaThis Sunday, February 12, is the 54th Annual Grammys. Each year, the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences honors outstanding achievements in the music industry. The first Grammys were awarded on May 4, 1959, in an attempt to honor some of...
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LeAnn Rimes
Film Actress, Television Actress, Singer / 1982 -
Country singer LeAnn Rimes's album Light Up My Life became the first to debut at number one on the pop, country and contemporary Christian Billboard charts.
- In these groups:
- Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith
- Famous Fathers
- Hollywood Heartthrobs
Will Smith
Actor, Entrepreneur, Rapper / 1968 -
Will Smith was on the TV show Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and has had a successful career as a film actor in several blockbusters since 1992.
- In these groups:
- Irish Eyes
- Famous Sagittarians
- Famous Singers
Sinead O'Connor
Activist, Songwriter, Singer / 1966 -
With her signature shaved head, Sinead O'Connor emerged with a powerful and expressive voice, complex songs, and a fair share of controversy.
- In these groups:
- Captains of Industry
- Famous Aquarians
- Famous Inventors
Thomas Edison
Entrepreneur, Inventor / 1847 - 1931
Inventor Thomas Edison created such great innovations as the electric light bulb, the telephone and the phonograph. A savvy businessman, he held more than a 1,000 patents for his inventions.
