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Josh Mapes
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Josh Mapes is the Video Producer for BIO.com. He'd like the ghost of Julia Child to haunt his house, so there would always be butter melting on the stove.
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Anna Jarvis: Mother of Modern Mother's Day
May 12, 2012 by Josh MapesPost a commentTomorrow, mothers in the United States will receive phone calls, candy, and homemade art projects. It's the one day a year they'll hopefully get to sit back, put...
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Magic Johnson and Larry Bird's Rivalry
April 12, 2012 by Josh MapesThe rivalry between basketball legends Earvin "Magic" Johnson and Larry Bird first garnered national attention during the 1979 NCAA National Championship. Johnson...
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Famous People and Their Notable Horses
May 3, 2012 by Josh MapesWhile dogs may be considered "man's best friend," the horse and the myriad of legends surrounding it have held a special place in the hearts of humans throughout...
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- Oscar-Winning Portrayals
- Kentucky Derby Hats
- The British Royal Family
Queen Elizabeth II
Queen / 1926 -
Queen Elizabeth II is the current Queen of England, and plans to celebrate 60 years on the throne in 2012.
- In these groups:
- Cowboy Country Singers
- USO Entertainers
- Name Changers
Roy Rogers
Film Actor, Television Actor, Guitarist, Singer, Television Personality / 1911 - 1998
Roy Rogers, with his trademark horse Trigger, appeared in nearly 100 films during the 1930s, '40s and '50s, many of them featuring his second wife Dale Evans.
- In these groups:
- Cowboy Country Singers
- Name Changers
- Notable Wild West Film Actors
Dale Evans
Film Actress, Television Actress, Songwriter, Singer, Television Personality / 1912 - 2001
Dale Evans was the longtime screen partner and wife of singing cowboy Roy Rogers. She wrote several hit songs, including "Happy Trails to You."
- In these groups:
- Famous Military Veterans
- Famous Lookalikes
- Famous Capricorns
Paul Revere
Folk Hero / 1735 - 1818
Silversmith Paul Revere took part in the Boston Tea Party and famously alerted the Lexington minutemen to the approach of the British in 1775.
- In these groups:
- Handsome Devils
- Wild West
- Famous Virgoans
Jesse James
Murderer, Thief, Organized Crime Boss, Folk Hero / 1847 - 1882
Jesse James and his brother Frank were among the most notorious outlaws in the American West, robbing banks, trains and stagecoaches across the country.
- In these groups:
- Erratic and Autocratic
- Famous Virgoans
- Famous Emperors
Caligula
Emperor / 12 - 41
Gaius Caesar, known as Caligula, succeeded Tiberius and served as Roman emperor from 37 to 41 A.D. -
Evita: The Legacy of Eva Peron
April 5, 2012 by Josh MapesTonight the revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's rock opera Evita opens on Broadway, starring Ricky Martin and Elena Roger. Based on the life of Eva Peron...
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- In these groups:
- Hispanic Political Figures
- Famous Libras
- Famous Military Leaders
Juan Perón
Military Leader, World Leader / 1895 - 1974
Juan Perón was an army colonel who became president of Argentina (1946-52, 1952-55, 1973-74) and was the founder and leader of the Peronist movement.
- In these groups:
- Hispanic Musicians and Singers
- U.N. Goodwill Ambassadors
- Guests on Glee
Ricky Martin
Singer / 1971 -
Pop singer Ricky Martin was a member of Menudo as a teenager and is now known for such solo pop hits as "Livin' La Vida Loca" and "She Bangs."
- In these groups:
- Ladies of Pop Music
- Famous Moms
- Gap-Toothed Grinners
Madonna
Film Actress, Singer / 1958 -
Pop legend Madonna is known for her constant reinvention as a performer. Her biggest hits include "Papa Don't Preach," "Like a Prayer" and "Vogue."
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Barbra Streisand: Singing in the Movies
April 24, 2012 by Josh MapesBarbra Streisand, the best-selling female recording artist in the United States and winner of the Academy Award for Best Actress, celebrates her 70th birthday today...
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BIO Pics: Great American Baseball Players
April 4, 2012 by Josh MapesThe start of spring signals the beginning of another year of Major League Baseball. As sports fans look forward to another season, join BIO in looking back at the...
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- In these groups:
- Baseball Nicknames
- Famous Geminis
- Famous Baseball Players
Lou Gehrig
Baseball Player / 1903 - 1941
First baseman Lou Gehrig played 2130 games in a row for the Yankees from 1925 to 1939. He gave his name to the disease that ended his life and career.
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- 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.
- In these groups:
- Famous Cancerians
- Famous Baseball Players
- Famous People Named Joseph
Shoeless Joe Jackson
Baseball Player / 1887 - 1951
Baseball player Shoeless Joe Jackson was banned from the sport due to his involvement in Black Sox Scandal and the fixing of the 1919 World Series.
- In these groups:
- Imbibers
- Baseball Nicknames
- Famous Lefties
Babe Ruth
Baseball Player / 1895 - 1948
Legendary baseball player Babe Ruth led the Red Sox to three championships, including the 1916 title which saw him pitch a still-record 13 scoreless innings.
- In these groups:
- The Ed Sullivan Show Guests
- Famous Virgoans
- Famous People Named Roger
Roger Maris
Athlete / 1934 - 1985
Roger Maris was an American baseball player who in 1961 hit 61 home runs, breaking Babe Ruth's single-season record of 60. Maris' record stood for 37 years.
- In these groups:
- Famous Lookalikes
- Baseball Nicknames
- Famous Capricorns
Dizzy Dean
Baseball Player / 1911 - 1974
Dizzy Dean was a Major League Baseball pitcher who led the St. Louis Cardinals to World Series victory in 1937.
- In these groups:
- Baseball Nicknames
- Famous Lefties
- Famous Sagittarians
Ty Cobb
Baseball Player / 1886 - 1961
Ty Cobb was a Hall of Fame professional baseball player known for his toughness and for being a fierce competitor.

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