The actor, along with several other of the show's decision-makers, wanted the hit sitcom to capture the reality of war, even in a comedy.

The King of Rock 'n' Roll visited the White House in 1970 with one goal: to have Nixon grant him a federal narc badge.

The highly-anticipated May 1965 rematch between the heavyweight champions almost didn't happen.

The royal and musician's camaraderie was like any other, filled with laughter, love — and an epic fight.

The physicist received her counterpart's support when her private affairs were exposed to a gossip-hungry public.

What started as a fantasy during his school years turned into a therapeutic writing project for the British author during trying times.

Martin Scorsese's 1990 film about Hill and the mafia comes to a climax during the now-infamous Lufthansa Heist.

These Big Apple-based organizations have weathered bloody insurrections, federal convictions and undercover agents through decades of legal and illicit operations.

Found in the basement of her Colorado home the day after Christmas 1996, the truth behind the 6-year-old girl’s killing remains a mystery to this day.

The world watched as the "Rehab" singer lost control of her life, ending in her untimely passing at age 27.

Lyle and Erik Menendez cited emotional and physical abuse, among other reasons, for the gruesome 1989 killing of their mother and father.

Lansbury was a stage and screen star, and her decision to transition to television was a big career gamble.

The ‘Star Wars’ heroine and the singer-songwriter of Simon & Garfunkel fame connected right away, but their subsequent relationship was often rocky.

The Italian fashion designer was coming home from a neighborhood walk when a madman appeared out of nowhere and shot him dead on the steps of his beloved Miami Beach mansion.

The notorious robber was killed by a would-be gang member while plotting his next heist.

Dancers Rob Pilatus and Fab Morvan brought the band's songs to life — without singing a single note.

During the time of the kiss, there were still many questions about AIDS, a disease which Hudson had, including if you could transmit it from locking lips.

These children of the 'Bel Paese' left behind an indelible imprint with their contributions to humanity, sports, science and popular culture.

While their romance was filled with headline-grabbing drama, their love endured for decades until the 'Charlie Angels' star's death.

Putting their differences aside, the politicians worked together on the defense team for Levi Weeks, who was accused of murdering Elma Sands in 1799.

The actor was beloved by millions, but he had to live a double life, concealing his sexuality to secure his career.

The Queen frontman's dental emergency opened the door for the punk rockers' foul-mouthed introduction to the world on live television.

The pair's contentious relationship began in the early days of American politics and ended in a duel that took Hamilton's life.

The true-crime writer spent the last six years of her life chasing down the infamous California serial killer and rapist.