The game show hostess is known for her sparkling smile. But underneath her grin, she’s dealt with unthinkable obstacles.

To prepare for portraying the Latin recording artist in the 1997 movie about her life, Lopez studied tapes, met the family — and even slept in Selena’s bed.

Putting all his “new friends” in front of the camera was just one of the ways that the children’s television star showed he cared.

On her coast-to-coast visit of the United States, Queen Elizabeth II’s younger sister made an impression with Hollywood elites and Washington D.C. leaders like Lyndon B. Johnson.

After getting a personal invite to a 1985 White House party, the "Grease" star dazzled the royal on the dance floor.

The minister-turned-host of "Mister Rogers Neighborhood" found dual meaning in the digits that popped up on his scale every morning.

What started off as romantic turned into a decades-long friendship between the singer and her closest companion.

From the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll to a Golden Girl, our nation’s veterans have also conquered politics, the arts — and even space travel.

The country singer tragically died five days before his illegitimate daughter, Jett, was born, and it took her more than 20 years to discover his identity.

What’s commonly known as one of the greatest music videos in history almost didn’t come to fruition because of money, casting and religious beliefs.

The fun and frivolous turn-of-the-century Billboard Hot 100 hit song found its roots in gender-bending and drag.

Unimaginable tragedies in the country singer's life led him to open his heart and expand his family.

When the 70s rockstar ran into the former first lady at a restaurant, they struck up a decade-long bond that mixed business with pleasure.

Emblazoned with a reputation for sexual promiscuity, the longest-reigning Empress of Russia was actually a “serial monogamist” who sent her exes off with lovely parting gifts.

From destroying landmines to shattering the stigma against AIDS and leprosy victims, the People’s Princess was committed to helping the country.

Gandhi felt it was his responsibility to spread the message and power of non-violence, even appealing to the Nazi Dictator twice.

Happenstance brought together one of the most vivacious friendships in music history. But tension forced The Beatles bandmates apart — until they learned that they should just let it be.

The veteran journalist, known for his tough questioning on the frontlines of history, also hosted the HISTORY's 'Movies in Time' and 'History’s Business.'

The Oscar- and Grammy-winning entertainer, known for her surprising performances, still regrets turning down the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll.

Cokie Roberts, Political Journalist and Best-Selling Author, Dies at 75

The King of Blues was known for his distinct soloing style — but his musical act was actually a duo with his instrument that he named after a woman he never met.

Since their mother's tragic death, the royals vow to keep her memory strong through their charitable hearts and loving actions.

Two rappers on the rise to hip-hop stardom became fast friends — and even faster enemies, which may have led to their untimely passings.

Zimbabwe’s former prime minister and president went from freedom fighter to obsessed power player during his 37-year rule.