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Ghosts of Christmas Past: Singers & Songwriters Behind Your Favorite Tunes
December 13, 2012 by Thad Morgan“Chestnuts roasting on an open fire…” Six simple words and suddenly you’re in the Christmas spirit. Years of tradition have made Christmas carols and holiday jingles a crucial part of the season. In fact certain songs are so connected with Christmas,...
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- Apollo Legends
- Jazz Singers
- The Ed Sullivan Show Guests
Nat King Cole
Film Actor, Television Actor, Pianist, Singer, Television Personality / 1919 - 1965
Nat King Cole became the first African-American performer to host a variety TV series in 1956. He's best known for his soft baritone voice and for singles like "The Christmas Song," "Mona Lisa" and "Nature Boy."
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- Famous Irish-Americans
- USO Entertainers
- Best Actor Oscar Winners
Bing Crosby
Film Actor, Songwriter, Singer / 1903 - 1977
Bing Crosby sang such hit songs as the ever-popular holiday classic "White Christmas." The beloved crooner was also a star of radio, movies and television.
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- Apollo Legends
- Hair Dos and Don'ts
- Famous Jazz Musicians
Ella Fitzgerald
Singer / 1917 - 1996
Ella Fitzgerald, known as the "First Lady of Song" and "Lady Ella," was an American jazz and song vocalist who interpreted much of the Great American Songbook.
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Judy Garland: Troubles from the End of the Rainbow
June 22, 2012 by Josh MapesOn June 22nd, 1969, Judy Garland died from an overdose of barbiturates in her London hotel, just weeks after she'd celebrated her 47th Birthday. Though Judy Garland's
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- Numerous Nuptials
- Imbibers
- Famous Irish-Americans
Judy Garland
Film Actress, Television Actress, Pin-up, Singer / 1922 - 1969
Actress and singer Judy Garland was the star of many classic musical films, and was known for her tremendous talent and troubled life.
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Happy Birthday, Michael Jackson! An Infographic of His Relationships & Fun Facts
August 28, 2012 by Eudie PakIf there aren't any moonwalking flash mobs sliding out all over the world today, then the world has gone crazy. Why? Because today is Michael Jackson's birthday!...
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- Apollo Legends
- Celebrity Bookings
- Famous People Involved in Sex Scandals
Michael Jackson
Dancer, Songwriter, Music Producer, Singer / 1958 - 2009
Singer-songwriter Michael Jackson's award-winning career as the King of Pop transformed the face of pop music and popular culture. He released the best-selling album in history, Thriller, in 1982. He died unexpectedly in 2009.
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Match of the Century, Joe Frazier vs. Muhammad Ali
August 14, 2012 by Kayla AriasThe 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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- The Ed Sullivan Show Guests
- Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier
- Olympic Boxers
Joe Frazier
Boxer / 1944 - 2011
Joe Frazier was the world heavyweight boxing champion from February 1970 until January 1973 and fought in the famous "Thrilla in Manila" in 1975.
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- Famous Fathers
- Name Changers
- Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier
Muhammad Ali
Boxer, Philanthropist / 1942 -
Muhammad Ali is considered one of the greatest athletes in boxing history, winning both the coveted Golden Gloves title and an Olympic gold medal, among several other honors.
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'A Christmas Story' Cast: Where Are They Now?
December 14, 2012 by Eudie PakYou’d think the round-the-clock TV marathons of Bob Clark’s comedy, A Christmas Story, would be as overwhelming as Ralphie Parker’s Pepto Bismol-colored bunny costume...
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Nelson Mandela's Birthday and Biography: A Timeline of Events
July 17, 2012 by Kim Gilmore“As I have said, the first thing is to be honest with yourself. You can never have an impact on society if you have not changed yourself... Great peacemakers are all people of integrity, of honesty, but humility.” – Nelson Mandela
A true example of a...also in this article
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- U.N. Goodwill Ambassadors
- Nobel Peace Prize Winners
- Famous Cancerians
Nelson Mandela
Civil Rights Activist, World Leader, Journalist / 1918 -
Nelson Mandela became the first black president of South Africa in 1994. A symbol of global peacemaking, he won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1993.
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