President Donald Trump granted Jack Johnson a rare posthumous pardon. In 1913, boxing’s first black heavyweight champion spent 10 months in prison for bringing his white girlfriend across state lines, a racially-charged conviction his niece has been challenging for years.
Harvey Weinstein turned himself in to New York City authorities on multiple sexual assault charges on Friday morning; he could potentially face years behind bars. The city reportedly plans to charge the producer with rape and forced oral sex; he’s also under investigation in L.A. and London.
A Women's Tennis Association rule has prevented Serena Williams from getting a seeding at the upcoming French Open, as she has only competed in two events this year following the birth of her daughter. "This is ridiculous," tweeted Ivanka Trump in support of Williams.
Meghan Markle, now the Duchess of Sussex, will receive “duchess lessons” courtesy of Queen Elizabeth, according to ‘People,’ a process some outlets report could take up to six months. It will likely focus on formal protocols and advice on traditions like tea parties and banquets.
Morgan Freeman has appeared in such films as 'Driving Miss Daisy,' 'Glory,' 'The Shawshank Redemption,' and 'The Dark Knight Trilogy.'
LeBron James became an immediate star after skipping college to join the NBA's Cleveland Cavaliers. He led the Miami Heat to NBA titles in 2012 and 2013, and won another championship with Cleveland in 2016.
American actress Olivia Munn has progressed from the geeky co-host of 'Attack of the Show' to the smart and sexy star of the cable drama 'The Newsroom' and the superhero blockbuster 'X-Men: Apocalypse.'
Alden Ehrenreich is an American actor who stars as the new Han Solo in 'Solo: A Star Wars Story.'
Donald Glover is the star and creator of the FX television comedy 'Atlanta' and also raps under the name Childish Gambino.
Having been the center of a sensational murder trial, Casey Anthony is best known for her connection to the mysterious disappearance of her daughter, Caylee.
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Learn more about the artistic director whose name will go down in royal wedding history.
A German film director's collaboration with Pope Francis uncovers surprising facts about the pontiff and his core beliefs.
Wedding bells are ringing through Windsor! Here are the best moments from the wedding of the year.
It’s been 25 years since the last call at the bar where everybody knows your name.
As Markle's father pulls out of the wedding, everyone is now wondering who may escort the future princess on her big day.
This year's theme, "Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination," inspired celebrities like Rihanna, Katy Perry and Madonna to go all out with their religious looks.
It's the wedding of the year! We gathered the facts about the upcoming royal nuptials.
In this Bio.com exclusive, the Academy Award-winning actor talks about her life, career and new book, 'The Seasons of My Mother: A Memoir of Love, Family and Flowers,' which deals with her mother Beverly’s ongoing battle with Alzheimer’s disease.
In anticipation of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle tying the knot, let’s look back at the royal wedding of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip more than 70 years ago, and how some of the more recent royal unions stuck with, or sometimes strayed from, tradition.
In Bill Cosby's sexual assault retrial, he was found guilty of three counts of aggravated indecent assault. Stars around the world took to Twitter to express their thoughts about the man who was once considered "America's Dad."
Here's a look at some of the key players in the British monarchy — and which ones are closest to wearing the crown themselves.
From Hollywood actress to future Princess of Wales, take a look at pictures from Meghan Markle's extraordinary life.
Take a look at the life of the red-headed royal rebel.
The upcoming documentary 'McQueen,' focuses on the man behind the provocative fashion. Here's a look at the late designer, where he came from and the legacy he left behind.
It's been 21 years since 'Romy and Michele's High School Reunion' showed us a new level of dumb and fun. Check out some of the comedy's funniest quotes!
Best-known as one of the original cast of 'Saturday Night Live,' Gilda Radner pushed through her personal struggles one joke at a time and captured the hearts of an admiring world.
From Snoop Dogg to Willie Nelson, here's a list of stars who indulge in the cannabis culture.
After the passing of the former first lady, her family took to social media to express their grief and celebrate her life.
Beloved former First Lady Barbara Bush passed away on April 17, 2018 at her Houston, Texas home. She was 92.
Spooked by the number 13, black cats and walking under a ladder? You're in pretty famous company.
Talk about good genes! In honor of National Siblings Day, we made a list of stars who share the spotlight with their sibs.
For over four decades, the reputation of Penn State head coach Joe Paterno was lionized, having reached its pinnacle the very same year it took an irrevocable fall from grace with the Jerry Sandusky child sex-abuse scandal. The new film, 'Paterno,' explores the questions surrounding the iconic coach's demise.
Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain took his life 23 years ago today. His influential artistry left a lasting impression on music and pop culture. So what’s changed in the generation since his meteoric rise and sudden departure?
John Curran's 'Chappaquiddick,' which opens in theaters on April 6th, not only recounts the late Senator Edward M. Kennedy's involvement in Mary Jo Kopechne's death in 1969, but is also a character study that carries contemporary themes.
