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News Archive
2012
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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. While we're digging through these archives, we often come across amazing photos that we're...
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'Soul Train' Creator Don Cornelius Dies
February 1, 2012 by Jennifer BallA family member of Soul Train founder Don Cornelius found the icon in his Sherman Oaks, California, home this morning, suffering from a gunshot wound to the head...
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- Apollo Legends
- USO Entertainers
- Super Bowl Halftime Performers
James Brown
Activist, Dancer, Songwriter, Singer / 1933 - 2006
James Brown, the "Godfather of Soul," was a prolific singer, songwriter and bandleader, as well as one of the most iconic figures in funk and soul music from 1956 to 2006.
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- Famous Libras
- Famous Black Activists
- Famous Civil Rights Activists
Al Sharpton
Civil Rights Activist, Political Leader, Pastor / 1954 -
Al Sharpton is an outspoken and sometimes controversial political activist in the fight against racial prejudice and injustice.
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Little Known Facts About Black History
February 3, 2012 by Leila TahaFebruary is Black History month, which means that every year we remember the African-Americans who have made history—and made America what it is today—often with...
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- African-American Expats
- Blacklisted
- Famous Arians
Paul Robeson
Civil Rights Activist, Actor, Football Player, Lawyer, Singer / 1898 - 1976
Paul Robeson was an acclaimed 20th century performer known for productions like The Emperor Jones and Othello. He was also an international activist.
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- African-American Expats
- Famous Jazz Musicians
- Famous Geminis
Josephine Baker
Civil Rights Activist, Dancer, Singer / 1906 - 1975
Josephine Baker was a dancer and singer who became wildly popular in France during the 1920s. She also devoted much of her life to fighting racism.
Hattie McDaniel
Film Actress / 1895 - 1952
Actress and radio performer Hattie McDaniel became the first African American to win an Oscar in 1940, for her supporting role as Mammy in Gone with the Wind.
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- Famous Leos
- Famous Explorers
- Famous People Named Matthew
Matthew Henson
Explorer / 1866 - 1955
Matthew Henson was an African American explorer best known as the co-discoverer of the North Pole with Robert Edwin Peary in 1909.
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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.
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- 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.
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- 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.
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- 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.
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- 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!'
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- 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.
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- 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.
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- Famous Lookalikes
- Hotheads
- Vegans
Alec Baldwin
Animal Rights Activist, Film Actor, Theater Actor, Television Actor / 1958 -
American film, television and theater actor Alec Baldwin stars on the sitcom 30 Rock, for which he received Golden Globes and an Emmy Award.
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Who Am I? Super Bowl MVPs
February 1, 2012 by Rhonda Hilario-CaguiatWe're days away from the final football game of the year, so let's think back on Super Bowls past. Each year, the fans get to help choose the Most Valuable Player...
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BIO Pics: Inspiring Real-Life Coaches
February 2, 2012 by Josh MapesWhether it's Chariots of Fire, Raging Bull or Brian's Song, the best sports movies are often based on true stories. Films that showcase athletes using their strength, working with teammates, and beating the odds to achieve greatness never fail to make...
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- Famous Celebrity Couples
- Sparks On The Set
- Celebrity Golfers
Kurt Russell
Film Actor / 1951 -
Actor Kurt Russell has appeared in a number of film roles and is know as long-time romantic companion to actress Goldie Hawn, mother of actress Kate Hudson.
Gene Hackman
Actor / 1930 -
Gene Hackman is an Academy Award-winning actor known for his range and versatility in several flims.
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- Famous Harlem Residents
- Gap-Toothed Grinners
- Sober Celebs
Samuel L. Jackson
Film Actor / 1948 -
Samuel L. Jackson is known as one of the hardest-working Hollywood actors. In 2011, he was named the highest-grossing actor of all time.
Donald Sutherland
Film Actor / 1934 -
Donald Sutherland is a Hollywood actor with a long line of credits to his name, from The Dirty Dozen to Invasion of the Body Snatchers.
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- Celebrity Bookings
- Hollywood Heartthrobs
- Sparks On The Set
Matthew McConaughey
Film Actor / 1969 -
Matthew McConaughey is an American actor from Texas known for his laid back persona and good looks. He was named People magazine's "Sexiest Man Alive" in 2005.
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- Hollywood Heartthrobs
- Famous Celebrity Couples
- Sober Celebs
Denzel Washington
Film Actor / 1954 -
Former star of the hit TV drama St. Elsewhere, actor/director Denzel Washington has earned popular and critical acclaim for his roles in several feature films, including Training Day and American Gangster.
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- Famous Scorpios
- Famous Actors
- Famous Film Actors
John Candy
Film Actor / 1950 - 1994
Comedian John Candy was a regular performer for the Second City comedy troupe’s TV show, SCTV, and co-starred with Tom Hanks in the movie Splash.
