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Another Kennedy Tragedy, Alan Rickman's Tea Time Tantrum
May 18, 2012 by Eudie PakPost a commentBiography.com has launched a new feature we're calling "Week in Review," which highlights interesting people who've made the news this past week—thanks to their...
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- In these groups:
- The Kennedy Family
- Famous Architects
- Famous People Named Mary
Mary Kennedy
Architect / 1960 - 2012
Mary (Richardson) Kennedy, an architect focusing on philanthropy and the environment, was the estranged wife of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
- In these groups:
- Famous Pisceans
- Famous Actors
- Famous Film Actors
Alan Rickman
Film Actor / 1946 -
Born in London on February 21, 1946, this actor is best known for portraying memorable villains in films like Die Hard and Robin Hood: Prince of Theives.
- In these groups:
- Famous Black Entertainers
- Celebrity Couples
- Musical Monikers
Jay-Z
Entrepreneur, Music Producer, Rapper / 1969 -
Rapper and hip-hop entrepreneur Jay-Z has won Grammy Awards, helmed Def Jam Records, created a clothing line, and married Beyoncé Knowles.
- In these groups:
- Famous Capricorns
- Famous Gymnasts
- Famous Athletes
Shawn Johnson
Gymnast / 1992 -
Shawn Johnson is an American gymnast who won a gold medal for the balance beam at the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing, China when she was only 16 years old. In 2009, she was the winning contestant on Dancing with the Stars.
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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.
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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
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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President Obama Slow Jams & James Cameron Gets Spacey
April 27, 2012 by Eudie PakBiography.com has launched a new feature we're calling "Week in Review," which highlights interesting people who've made the news this past week—thanks to their...
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- In these groups:
- Famous Fathers
- Nobel Peace Prize Winners
- Famous Lefties
Barack Obama
Lawyer, U.S. President, U.S. Representative / 1961 -
Former Illinois Senator Barack Obama is the 44th and current president of the United States. Inaugurated on January 27, 2009, he is the first African-American to serve as U.S. president.
- In these groups:
- Best Director Oscar Winners
- Famous Leos
- Famous Film Directors
James Cameron
Director, Producer / 1954 -
James Cameron has produced some of the most highly acclaimed, biggest box-office hits of his era, including Aliens, Titanic, and Avatar.
John Edwards
U.S. Representative / 1953 -
John Edwards served in the United States Senate from 1998 to 2004. He was the democratic vice presidential nominee in the 2004 election, and twice ran for president.
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Lookalike of the Week: Home Run
March 29, 2012 by Kayla AriasWith the BIO channel premiere of Glee: Keep on Believin' quickly approaching, we are looking at the cast of Glee to see if we can spot any doppelgängers. First up...
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- In these groups:
- Famous Lookalikes
- Famous Virgoans
- Famous Baseball Players
Bob Lemon
Baseball Player, Coach / 1920 - 2000
Bob Lemon was an All Star Major League Baseball pitcher who had his heyday in the 1940s and 1950s.
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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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Photo of the Week: So Close and Yet So Far
March 26, 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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- 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.

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