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Josh Mapes
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Josh Mapes is the Video Manager 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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Famous People and Their Notable Horses
May 3, 2012 by Josh MapesPost a commentWhile 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 of Great Britain was crowned in 1953. Her 60 years on the throne was celebrated in June 2012, with the Diamond Jubilee.
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- Cowboy Country Singers
- USO Entertainers
- Name Changers
Roy Rogers
Film Actor, Television Actor, Guitarist, Singer, Television Personality / 1911 - 1998
Roy Rogers was an American actor and singer best known as the “King of the Cowboys” for his heroic roles in musical westerns. His sidekick palomino, Trigger, and dog, Bullet often appeared with him.
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- 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."
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- 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 about the approach of the British in 1775.
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- Handsome Devils
- Wild West
- Famous Virgoans
Jesse James
Murderer, Thief, Organized Crime Boss, Folk Hero / 1847 - 1882
Jesse James was a bank and train robber in the American Old West, best known as the leading member of the James-Younger gang of outlaws.
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- Erratic and Autocratic
- Famous Epileptics
- Famous Virgoans
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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- 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.
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- 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."
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- 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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- Baseball Nicknames
- Famous Geminis
- Famous Baseball Players
Lou Gehrig
Baseball Player / 1903 - 1941
Hall of Fame first baseman Lou Gehrig played for the New York Yankees in the 1920s and 1930s, setting the mark for consecutive games played. He died of ALS in 1941.
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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.
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- Famous Cancerians
- Famous Baseball Players
- Famous People Named Joseph
Shoeless Joe Jackson
Baseball Player / 1887 - 1951
Joe Jackson was a top major league baseball player during the early 20th century who was ousted from the sport for his alleged role in game fixing.
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- 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.
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- The Ed Sullivan Show Guests
- Famous Virgoans
- Famous People Named Roger
Roger Maris
Athlete / 1934 - 1985
American baseball player Roger Maris hit 61 home runs in 1961 to break the single-season record held by the legendary Babe Ruth.
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- 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.
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- 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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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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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.
