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News Archive
January 2013
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Famous Acquittals That Shocked Us
January 18, 2013Our criminal justice system more often does right by us, but there are times when verdicts come in that convince us that we're in an altered state of reality. Such is the case with the trial of Casey Anthony, a young single mom who was acquitted for killing...
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- In these groups:
- Famous Pisceans
- Famous People Born in 1986
- Famous People Born in Ohio
Casey Anthony
1986 -
Casey Anthony is best known for her connection to the mysterious disappearance of her daughter, Caylee Anthony.
Amanda Knox
1987 -
Amanda Knox is best known for her conviction and acquittal in the murder of her roommate in Italy, Meredith Kercher. Her acquittal was overturned in 2013.
- In these groups:
- Fatally Famous
- Celebrity Bookings
- Handsome Devils
O.J. Simpson
Actor, Football Player, Criminal / 1947 -
O.J. Simpson is best known for his arrest and trial in the 1994 murder of his former wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend, Ron Goldman, of which he was found not guilty.
- In these groups:
- Fatally Famous
- Celebrity Bookings
- Dads in Denial
Robert Blake
Film Actor, Television Actor / 1933 -
Robert Blake is an Emmy-winning actor known for his film roles and as the star of the '70s cop drama Baretta. He's also known for the murder trial of his second wife, Bonnie Lee Bakley.
- In these groups:
- Women Gone Mad
- Loved to Death
- Famous Scorpios
Lorena Bobbitt
Criminal / 1970 -
Lorena Bobbitt is best known for severing her husband's penis while he slept, in retaliation for his sexual assaults against her.
R. Kelly
Singer / 1967 -
R. Kelly is a popular American R&B singer-songwriter and record producer best known for his gospel-tinged vocals and highly sexualized lyrics.
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Happy Birthday, Elvis Presley: It's Elvismas Time!
January 8, 2013 by Thad MorganThe holidays may be officially over, but there are still plenty of reasons to celebrate in the New Year. And today, January 8th, is a big one: Elvis Presley’s birthday—also...
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- Elvis and Priscilla Presley
- Pucker Uppers
- Celebrity Enlistees
Elvis Presley
Film Actor, Singer / 1935 - 1977
Musician and actor Elvis Presley endured rapid fame in the mid-1950s—on the radio, TV and the silver screen—and continues to be one of the biggest names in rock 'n' roll.
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Beyond 'Gangster Squad': The Real Mickey Cohen
January 11, 2013 by Tere TerebaMickey Cohen was larger than life. I know. I’ve “lived” with him for a decade…
Working on my book, Mickey Cohen: The Life and Crimes of L.A.’s Notorious Mobster...
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- In these groups:
- Infamous Mobsters
- Famous Virgoans
- Famous Boxers
Mickey Cohen
Boxer, Murderer, Organized Crime Boss / 1913 - 1976
Mickey Cohen became the West Coast racket boss in 1947, after his mentor and predecessor, Bugsy Siegel, was assassinated.
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Natalie Wood Death: Coroner Issues New Report
January 14, 2013 by Eudie PakOne of the most enduring Hollywood mysteries remains unsolved but somewhat altered.
News came out this Monday afternoon that the Los Angeles Coroner's Office has...
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- In these groups:
- Name Changers
- Mysterious Deaths
- Natalie Wood and Robert Wagner
Natalie Wood
Film Actress / 1938 - 1981
Actress Natalie Wood starred in the films Rebel Without a Cause with James Dean and in West Side Story as Maria. She drowned during a boating trip in 1981.
- In these groups:
- Natalie Wood and Robert Wagner
- Married Divorced Remarried
- Celebrity Golfers
Robert Wagner
Film Actor, Television Actor, Television Personality / 1930 -
Robert Wagner is an American film and television actor known for his popularity in numerous television series and most recently, in the Austin Powers films.
- In these groups:
- Creepy Actors
- Best Supporting Actor Oscar Winners
- Famous Arians
Christopher Walken
Actor / 1943 -
Film Actor Christopher Walken often plays the bad guy, but he has also proved himself in comic roles and has been a repeat guest on Saturday Night Live.
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African-American Firsts in Sports
January 31, 2013 by Tim OttJackie Robinson’s birthday today reminds us how far we’ve progressed in the world of sports. Given the frequency with which we see African-American superstars like...
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- Automobile Accident Victims
- African-American Firsts: Athletes
- Famous Arians
Jack Johnson
Boxer / 1878 - 1946
Jack Johnson, nicknamed "the Galveston Giant," was the first African American world heavyweight boxing champion.
- In these groups:
- Famous Lookalikes
- Celebrity Enlistees
- African-American Firsts: Athletes
Jackie Robinson
Baseball Player / 1919 - 1972
Jackie Robinson became the first African-American to play major league baseball, becoming Rookie of the Year in 1947, National League MVP in 1949 and a World Series champ in 1955.
Althea Gibson
Golfer, Tennis Player / 1927 - 2003
Tennis star Althea Gibson was the first African American to play at Wimbledon. She also broke racial barriers in professional golf.
- In these groups:
- African-American Firsts: Athletes
- Famous Cancerians
- Famous Black Athletes
Wilma Rudolph
Track and Field Athlete / 1940 - 1994
In 1960, Wilma Rudolph became the first American woman to win three gold medals at a single Olympic Games.
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American Idol Judges: The Good, the Bad, & the Ugly
January 16, 2013 by Thad MorganEver since its first season in 2002, American Idol has been the place to go to see some of the country’s best-hidden talent, along with the people who think they have talent but should’ve just stayed hidden—and we all know who they are (“She bangs! She...
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- In these groups:
- Hair Dos and Don'ts
- USO Entertainers
- Name Changers
Nicki Minaj
Rapper / 1982 -
Hip-hop artist Nicki Minaj was featured in seven songs on Billboard's Hot 100 at the same time, even before the release of her debut album in 2010.
- In these groups:
- Apollo Legends
- Ladies of Pop Music
- Famous Celebrity Couples
Mariah Carey
Film Actress, Songwriter, Music Producer, Singer / 1970 -
With hits such as "Vision of Love" and "I Don't Wanna Cry," pop diva Mariah Carey holds the record for most No. 1 debuts in Billboard Hot 100 history.
- In these groups:
- Contemporary Country Stars
- American Idol
- Famous Scorpios
Keith Urban
Songwriter, Guitarist, Singer / 1967 -
Grammy-award winning country music singer, songwriter and guitarist Keith Urban was named the Country Music Association's Entertainer of the Year in 2006.
