The politician and the entertainer had a strong but short-lived bond that helped JFK win the White House.

Hawking was equally known for his wit as he was for his theories.

Primarily remembered as a “fanatic” or “extremist,” Gandhi's killer was influenced by an unusual upbringing and the turbulent politics of his time, which ultimately led to him murdering the activist.

Physical strength and courage made him a battlefield hero, but the Founding Father also impressed with his moral convictions and political instincts.

Although his name is forever intertwined with polio, the 32nd President successfully made his physical limitations a non-issue for most of his historic tenure in the White House.

A career as a professional basketball player wasn't always Jordan's destiny, though a few key factors propelled him to become the "greatest basketball player of all time."

The African-American track star hardly derailed Nazi plans for global disruption, but he did emerge as the standout figure of the Fuhrer's signature Olympic Games.

The iconic CEO drove the development of Pixar that ended Disney's longtime stranglehold on the animation industry.

The Great Emancipator was basking in the triumph of a Civil War victory and the promise of rekindled dreams when he met his shocking end.

The religious reformer and civil rights icon were born a half-millennium and thousands of miles apart, but shared many similarities, besides their name.

The King of Pop was one-of-a-kind in his music, dancing — and clothing choices.

The Supreme Court judge's rise to the top was aided by a fellow brilliant legal mind and inseparable companion of more than 50 years.

From Newt Gingrich and John Kerry to Abraham Lincoln, these men made a name for themselves thanks to their prominence during midterms.

With soccer fans revving up for the 21st World Cup, here's a look at 10 players who left an indelible mark on the beautiful game.

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?

In honor of Stephen Hawking's passing, here are 7 fascinating facts about the superstar scientist.

Nearly four decades after actress Natalie Wood died in what was ruled to be an accidental drowning, investigators are now pointing to her husband, Robert Wagner, as a 'person of interest' in the case.

The new Lifetime film, 'Oscar Pistorius: Blade Runner Killer,' attempts to get to the root of the relationship between the once-inspiring sporting hero and the woman he killed on Valentine's Day 2013.

In a recent interview with 'GQ,' the Grammy Award-winning performer talked about his perceived shortcomings as a rapper and gave props to his longtime OutKast partner, Big Boi, as the duo's superior lyricist.

The carnival-like atmosphere of “Battle of the Sexes” on September 20, 1973, belied the importance of the event for tennis great Billie Jean King and the generations of female athletes that followed.

With a full solar eclipse set to take place on August 21, here's a look back at how this celestial phenomenon affected the great American innovator of the Gilded Age.

Can Olympic swimming legend Michael Phelps really hold his own in a race with a Great White Shark? We dive deep to find out.

We're celebrating Nikola Tesla Day on July 10 with a look at the fascinating life of one of the unheralded geniuses of the modern age.

As Luke Hemsworth steps into the role of Wild Bill Hickok on the big screen, we take a look at the dramatic life of the legendary gunslinger.