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Royal Facts About Her Majesty's 60-Year Reign
May 31, 2012 by Kim GilmorePost a commentIn celebration of her 60 years on the throne, Queen Elizabeth II is being honored with her Diamond Jubilee starting on June 2. Her Majesty reigns over the United...
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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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- Famous People Involved in Sex Scandals
- Elite and Indiscreet
- Beatty's Babes
Princess Margaret
Philanthropist, Political Leader, Princess / 1930 - 2002
Princess Margaret was the youngest daughter of Queen Elizabeth and George VI. Her troubled private life aroused worldwide sympathy and constant controversy.
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- The British Royal Family
- Famous Geminis
- Famous Kings
George V
King / 1865 - 1936
Born in 1865, George V served as king of the United Kingdom from 1910 to 1936, during World War I. He was succeeded by his son, George VI, following his death.
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- Numerous Nuptials
- Edward VIII and Wallis Simpson
- Famous Geminis
Wallis Simpson
Duchess / 1896 - 1986
American socialite Wallis Simpson became the mistress of Edward, Prince of Wales. Edward abdicated the throne to marry her, a period known as the Abdication Crisis.
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- Oscar-Winning Portrayals
- The British Royal Family
- Famous Sagittarians
George VI
King / 1895 - 1952
George VI served as king of the United Kingdom during World War II and was an important symbolic leader. He was succeeded by Queen Elizabeth II, in 1952.
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Photo of the Week: Are You Having a Laugh?
May 21, 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...
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- Notable Female Leaders
- The British Royal Family
- Famous Geminis
Queen Victoria
Political Leader, Queen / 1819 - 1901
Queen Victoria was queen of Great Britain from 1837 to 1901—the longest reign of any other British monarch in history.
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John Wayne: Wild Cowboy at Heart
May 23, 2012 by Scott CoopersteinFor us at Bio.com, May has been a celebration of American West legends—both historical and cinematic. And when it comes to the Hollywood cowboy, Marion Mitchell...
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- Famous Irish-Americans
- Best Actor Oscar Winners
- Notable Wild West Film Actors
John Wayne
Film Actor / 1907 - 1979
John Wayne, one of the most popular film actors of the twentieth century, remains a popular American icon to this day. -
Lookalike of the Week: Power of the Pisces
May 15, 2012 by Kayla AriasW.H. Auden was an author, playwright, and poet. Ron Howard is an actor, director, and producer. Sounds like they would make a perfect team together in the arts....
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- Famous Lookalikes
- Famous Pisceans
- Famous Poets
W.H. Auden
Author, Playwright, Poet / 1907 - 1973
W.H. Auden was a literary chameleon known for his poetry but who also wrote librettos, essays and verse dramas.
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- Famous Fathers
- Famous Irish-Americans
- Gap-Toothed Grinners
Ron Howard
Film Actor, Television Actor, Director, Producer, Television Personality / 1954 -
Ron Howard is best known for his roles on the shows Happy Days and The Andy Griffith Show, and as the director for films, including A Beautiful Mind and Apollo 13.
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Lookalike of the Week: Eldest Son
May 22, 2012 by Kayla AriasMillard Fillmore was the 13th President of the United States, and Alec Baldwin is an actor and political activist. Both have had their share of ups and downs on...
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- Famous Lookalikes
- U.S. Presidents
- Famous Capricorns
Millard Fillmore
U.S. President / 1800 - 1874
Millard Fillmore is best known for assuming the presidency after the death of Zachary Taylor, becoming the 13th U.S. president.
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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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Christy Turlington Burns: Model Mom on a Mission
May 10, 2012 by Eudie PakIn the '90s and into the early oughts, Christy Turlington Burns’ chiseled features were synonymous with Maybelline, Calvin Klein’s Eternity, the advent of yoga to...
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- Celebrities With Advanced Degrees
- Famous Capricorns
- Famous Models
Christy Turlington
Model / 1969 -
Christy Turlington is one of America’s most successful models. Best known for her work for Maybelline, she has appeared on more than 300 magazine covers.

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