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Celebrity Ghost Stories - Season Premiere Saturday, June 1 @ 9/8c
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Margaret Thatcher was the first female Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. Her speech against communism earned her the name "The Iron Lady." Leading Britain through a war and out of a recession, she left a huge mark on politics.
President Ronald Reagan lead the United States during the end of the Cold War and left an unforgettable legacy. He’s considered by many conservatives to be the greatest American President.
A short biography of Natalie Portman who made her screen debut in "The Professional" and became a household name when she starred as Queen Amidala in the "Star Wars" prequels. She won an Academy Award for Best Actress in "Black Swan."
A short biography of Hunter S. Thompson who is considered one of the Great American Writers and the originator of “gonzo journalism.”
A short biography on Anthony Hopkins, whose big break came when he met Laurence Olivier and served as his understudy. In 1992, he won an Academy Award for his portrayal of Dr. Hannibal Lecter in "The Silence of the Lambs."
Richard Wagner wrote his first opera, "The Fairies," at the age of 21. He used all elements of theater, from music to lighting, to create "total art work."
A short biography of Martin Short who overcame early tragedy to become a fearless performer. He's best known for his work on "SCTV" and "Saturday Night Live."
At three years old, Prince Charles became the heir apparent to British throne when his mother, Elizabeth, became Queen. His marriage to Diana, Princess of Wales and his affair with Camilla Parker Bowles made him the subject of scrutiny.
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Albert Einstein - Mini Biography
A condensed video biography on the life of Albert Einstein.
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Amelia Earhart - Mini Biography
After a plane ride at an air show, Amelia Earhart decided she would learn to fly. After becoming the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic, she embarked on her flight around the world and disappeared over the Pacific Ocean.
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Angelina Jolie - Mini Biography
A short biography of Angelina Jolie, who went from troubled child to overnight superstar with the movie "Gia." Aside from acting, she's known for her humanitarian efforts and her relationship with Brad Pitt.
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Arthur Ashe - Mini Biography
Arthur Ashe was the first African-American male to win men's single titles at Wimbledon. Off the court, he became an anti-apartheid activist and brought attention to HIV/AIDs before succumbing to the disease in 1993.
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Betsey Johnson - Mini Biography
A short biography of fashion designer Betsey Johnson whose London underground influences took the fashion world by storm in 1971.
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Bill Clinton - Mini Biography
A short biography of Bill Clinton's rise to political power, his marriage to Hillary Clinton, his impeachment due to the Monica Lewinsky scandal, and his involvement in recreating the Democratic Party's image.
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Bob Dylan - Mini Biography
A short biography of Bob Dylan who transcended musical genres to become one of the greatest folk and rock singers of all time.
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Booker T. Washington - Mini Biography
In 1881, Booker T. Washington founded the Tuskegee Institute in Alabama, which focused on training African Americans in agricultural pursuits. A political adviser and writer, Washington clashed with intellectual W.E.B. Du Bois.
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Carrie Underwood - Mini Biography
A short biography of Carrie Underwood who came to fame as the 2005 winner of "American Idol." She crossed over into country music, where she has consistently dominated the charts.
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Chrissie Hynde - Mini Biography
A short biography of Chrissie Hynde who was influenced by the 1970s punk revolution and went on to become one of the first powerful female leaders of rock, famously with the band the Pretenders.
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Cindy McCain - Mini Biography
A short biography of Cindy McCain, who devoted her life to special needs children and supporting husband John McCain in his political ambitions.
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Coco Chanel - Mini Biography
A short biography of Coco Chanel who's famous for her timeless designs, trademark suits, and creating the "little black dress."
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Abigail Adams - Mini Biography
A short biography on Abigail Adams who served as unofficial adviser to her husband, President John Adams.
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Alexander McQueen - Mini Biography
A short biography on designer Alexander McQueen who left school at 16 to apprentice for Savile Row. After a battle with drug addiction and the death of his mother, he committed suicide in February 2010.
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Andrew Jackson - Mini Bio
A short biography of the 7th President of the United States, Andrew Jackson.
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Anne Frank - Mini Biography
A short biography of Anne Frank, whose diary offered an intimate account of what life was like hiding from Hitler's Nazis during the Holocaust in World War II. She died at the age of 15, weeks before the war ended.
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Bea Arthur - Mini Biography
A short biography on Bea Arthur who started out on Broadway and then moved to the small screen with "Maude" and then to the ever popular hit show "Golden Girls."
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Betty Ford - Mini Biography
A short biography of Betty Ford whose honesty and openness on issues like abortion, breast cancer, and addiction connected with the American people.
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Bill Cosby - Mini Biography
A short biography of comedian and actor Bill Cosby, who became known as "America's Dad" through his lifelong advocacy in education and PG comedy, along with the creation of shows like "Fat Albert" and "The Cosby Show."
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Bob Geldof - Mini Bio
To those that know him, Bob Geldof is still the messy-haired punk rocker from The Boomtown Rats. But to the rest of the world, Geldof will be most known for his Live Aid and Live 8 concerts to raise money for famine relief.
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Brad Pitt - Mini Biography
A short biography of Brad Pitt who got his big break as a robber cowboy on "Thelma and Louise." After finding love with Angelina Jolie, Pitt has been active in social and environmental issues.
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Cecil B. DeMille - Mini Biography
A short biography of Cecil B. DeMille, whose name was synonymous with "biblical epic" and "director." Having directed over fifty films, he was called the "King of Hollywood," thanks to films like "Cleopatra" and "The Ten Commandments."
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Christian Dior - Mini Biography
A short biography on Christian Dior whose brief career revolutionized the fashion industry and changed the way women expressed their femininity through luxury ready-to-wear clothes.
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Claude Monet - Mini Biography
A short biography of painter Claude Monet who started the Impressionist Movement. He is best known today for his series of "Water Lilies."
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Colonel Sanders - Mini Bio
Colonel Sanders is synonymous with Kentucky Fried Chicken. He created the recipe, franchised it, and earned worldwide fame.
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Abraham Lincoln - Mini Biography
Abraham Lincoln grew up in a log cabin in rural Kentucky and went on to become the 16th President of the United States. On January 1, 1963, he issued the Emancipation Proclamation abolishing slavery. He was assassinated on April 15, 1865.
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Alfred Hitchcock - Mini Biography
Known as "The Master of Suspense," Alfred Hitchcock is most famous for his voyeuristic style, twist endings, and cameo appearances in his films.
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Andy Griffith - Mini Biography
Andy Griffith's monologue "What it Was, Was Football" earned him a spot on "The Ed Sullivan Show" and he became a rising star. He starred in the film "A Face in the Crowd" before making his way to television in "The Andy Griffith Show."
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Anthony Hopkins - Mini Biography
A short biography on Anthony Hopkins, whose big break came when he met Laurence Olivier and served as his understudy. In 1992, he won an Academy Award for his portrayal of Dr. Hannibal Lecter in "The Silence of the Lambs."
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Benjamin Franklin - Mini Biography
A short biography on Benjamin Franklin, who's been famously called the "first Citizen of the 18th Century." A man of many trades, Franklin is famous for "Poor Richard's Almanac," as well as his work in electrical theory.
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Betty White - Mini Biography
Betty White is best known for her roles on "The Mary Tyler Moore Show" and "The Golden Girls." She has appeared for decades on talk shows and game shows and spends her free time advocating for animals.
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Bill Gates - Mini Biography
Bill Gates and his partner Paul Allen built the world's largest software business, Microsoft. He became one of the richest men in the world and a major philanthropist through the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
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Bobby Flay - Mini Biography
A short biography of Bobby Flay, an internationally renowned chef who began cooking at his father's restaurant, Joe Allen, and emerged with a successful career in television.
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Bruce Jenner - Mini Biography
Bruce Jenner became a 70s sports icon after winning the gold medal for decathlon in the 1976 Olympics. He starred on the TV shows "CHiPs" and "The Love Boat" before crossing over to reality tv with "Keeping Up with the Kardashians."
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Charlie Chaplin - Mini Biography
Charlie Chaplin began acting on stage at the age of 13. He toured the United States in vaudeville, and soon started performing in films, rising to fame with "The Champion," "A Night Out," and "The Tramp."
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Christopher Columbus - Mini Biography
Legendary explorer Christopher Columbus was born in 1451 in a sea town in Italy and began sailing as a teenager. Columbus believed that sailing west would be a faster way to get to India. In August of 1492, Columbus set sail.
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Cleopatra - Mini Biography
The last ruler of the Macedonian dynasty, the stories and myths surrounding Cleopatra's tragic life inspired a number of books, movies and plays. Cleopatra has become one of the most well known ancient Egyptian.
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Adolf Hitler - Mini Biography
Adolf Hitler was leader of the Nazi Party and became Chancellor of Germany in 1933. As leader of the Third Reich, he invaded Poland, which started World War II. He orchestrated the Holocaust, which resulted in the death of 6 million Jews.
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Althea Gibson - Mini Biography
A short biography on Althea Gibson, the first African-American to win a Grand Slam tournament. After retiring, she became the first African-American on the Ladies Professional Golf Association circuit.
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Andy Warhol - Mini Bio
Andy Warhol was the superstar of the Pop Art movement. His "Campbell's Soup Cans" and "Gold Marilyn Monroe" made him famous worldwide, and his studio, known as "The Factory," became a magnet for artists of the 60s counterculture.
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Aretha Franklin - Mini Biography
A short biography of Aretha Franklin, who became known as the Queen of Soul, with legendary hits like "Natural Woman," "Respect," and "Freeway of Love."
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Bessie Smith - Mini Biography
A short biography of Bessie Smith, who became known as the "Empress of the Blues." Her distinctive voice made her one of the first jazz singers to appear on records.
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Beyonce - Mini Biography
Beyonce Knowles catapulted to fame with Destiny's Child and went on to release Grammy award-winning solo albums and a film career with her star turn in "Dreamgirls." She married hip-hop artist Jay-Z in 2008.
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Bono - Mini Biography
A short biography of Bono, lead singer of U2 and a dedicated social activist.
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Bruce Lee - Mini Biography
A short biography of the rise and tragic fall of Bruce Lee.
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Chelsea Handler - Mini Biography
A short biography of Chelsea Handler, who struggled as a standup comic before finally rising to the top as "Late Night Queen" with her talk show "Chelsea Lately."
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Christopher Marlowe - Mini Biography
During Christopher Marlowe's short career, he produced one of the most controversial and well-known plays of all time, "Doctor Faustus." The truth behind his sudden death still remains suspicious and unresolved.
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Clint Eastwood - Mini Biography
Clint Eastwood starred on the TV western "Rawhide" before transitioning to film as "the Man with No Name" in Sergio Leone's films. Eastwood has won the Academy Award for Best Director twice, for "Unforgiven" and "Million Dollar Baby."
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