As a child, the famed director and actor witnessed the riots that started the 30-year period of sectarian violence.

The legendary husband-and-wife team used ‘I Love Lucy’ to break new ground in the business and launch a production empire.

To celebrate the sports superstar, here are seven facts about his life and iconic career.

The ‘West Side Story’ actress and ‘The Godfather’ actor’s passion was undeniable — but also incredibly dangerous at times.

The siblings forged a tight bond as tennis prodigies that only strengthened as they achieved their wildest dreams of fame and fortune.

Here are some interesting tidbits about the TV legend's life and career.

The televangelists quickly rose to fame, creating a media empire, but scandals eventually tore the relationship apart — and landed Jim in prison.

Since 2008, the pop singer had been legally under the control of her father. After a long journey filled with roadblocks, Spears fought to take back her life.

The Playmate and Mötley Crüe drummer's fast and short-lived marriage included two kids, a jail sentence and now-famous sex tape.

Meeting on a movie set, the actress and playwright forged a tight bond that ended with her tragic 1981 death.

After reaching the top through eye-catching personas and performances, the band weathered lineup changes and creative lulls to cement its place as one of rock's enduring acts.

The "How I Met Your Mother" star may never have met his husband if they hadn’t ended up at the same New York City street corner at the same time.

The "Sopranos" star suffered a heart attack while on a trip to Italy in June 2013.

Hailing from in New York City's Inwood neighborhood, Miranda celebrated his upbringing in his first Broadway musical turned 2021 movie.

The "Saturday Night Live" star was killed by his wife Brynn Omdahl, who battled with substance abuse, in their Los Angeles home in 1998.

From patriarch Stu's inspirational rise to Bret's championship runs, the Harts can lay claim to the title belt of the first family of professional wrestling.

The pro wrestling legend became a singular figure in his sport for his ability to engage audiences through the characters of Cactus Jack, Mankind, Dude Love and, eventually, himself.

Warrior chafed at the idea of accepting less than equal billing as the Hulk, who Ultimate Warrior defeated at WrestleMania VI.

In 2009, the financial advisor pled guilty to running the biggest investment fraud the world has ever known, with many notable names as his clients.

Here's a look at the Tesla CEO's out-of-this-world life and career.

The singer’s rendition of “Proud Mary” put her and then-husband, Ike Turner, on the map and became one of their most famous songs.

From the famous actress almost cast in the lead role to behind-the-scenes crushes, here are some fun facts about the 2001 film starring Reese Witherspoon.

The "Respect" singer's life featured both challenges and accomplishments, including a life-changing fear and a performance alongside a former Cabinet member.

A typical day at a Canadian ski resort ended in disaster for the 'Parent Trap' actress and her family following an unexpectedly deadly fall on a beginners' trail.