From her early days doing improv at Boston College to the Brooklyn wine store she co-owns, learn more about the 'Parks and Recreation’ star.

From the inspiration behind her hit 'Mean Girls' to how she got the scar on her face, learn some interesting tidbits about the 'Saturday Night Live' comedian.

Drawn to a life of crime at an early age, Smalls turned his early experiences into lyrics that fueled his rise to become one of the most influential rappers of all time.

The gruesome death of 22-year-old Elizabeth Short confounded Los Angeles investigators in the late 1940s and remained a topic of intrigue in the decades that followed.

The British entertainer stumbled upon an experiential form of comedic storytelling, pitting his exaggerated characters against unwitting regular folks to expose the truths about society.

Despite their superstar statuses, this New York City couple’s willingness to evolve together has kept their relationship going strong for more than 20 years.

From the origins of his name to how he played his final pro game for both teams, here are some facts about the Brazilian soccer star.

Though authorities never put the pieces together to find the missing Alabama teen, Joran van der Sloot remains a prime suspect.

Here are facts about the 1984 blockbuster starring Harrison Ford as the titular character.

The 2009 movie starring Sandra Bullock took some liberties while telling the triumphant tale of the football player.

The first Black U.S. congresswoman and major-party presidential candidate knew how to shake up the status quo with her pointed words.

The beloved movie musical about the von Trapp family, starring Julie Andrews and Christopher Plummer, almost didn't happen.

These musicians delivered performances that have stood the test of time — and sometimes overshadowed the football game itself.

The Grammy award-winning singer passed away in 2012, with her only child dying in a similar way just three years later.

Tom Cruise, Val Kilmer and other co-stars blazed to career heights after fulfilling the need for speed in the high-flying 1986 action flick.

The Grammy-winning artist had to overcome several obstacles on his journey to become a music sensation and Super Bowl headliner.

The celebrated author vividly wrote and pinpointed the atrocities racial inequality inflicted on Black Americans, both in fiction and nonfiction.

The first lady and activist came from drastically different backgrounds but bonded over their mutual belief in the power of education and desire to champion civil rights causes.

These African American leaders left a lasting mark with their contributions in music, art, literature and so much more.

From a swimming scholarship to her favorite meal, here are some facts about the iconic TV and radio host.

The self-made scholar promoted "Negro History Week" as part of efforts to embed Black studies into the American education system.

The engineer tuned toy inventor gamed up the idea for the water gun while preparing for a NASA mission.

The African American doctor had to think on his toes during the 1893 operation.

Banneker had some choice words about Jefferson's beliefs and actions in a polite but stern 1791 letter.