
How Kenneth Branagh's Family Left Turmoil in Belfast
As a child, the famed director and actor witnessed the riots that started the 30-year period of sectarian violence.
How Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz Changed TV With Desilu Productions
The legendary husband-and-wife team used ‘I Love Lucy’ to break new ground in the business and launch a production empire.
Michael Jordan: 7 Facts About the Basketball Legend
To celebrate the sports superstar, here are seven facts about his life and iconic career.
Rita Moreno and Marlon Brando’s Tumultuous Eight-Year Relationship
The ‘West Side Story’ actress and ‘The Godfather’ actor’s passion was undeniable — but also incredibly dangerous at times.
Serena and Venus Williams: Inside Their Close Bond and Competitive History
The siblings forged a tight bond as tennis prodigies that only strengthened as they achieved their wildest dreams of fame and fortune.
Betty White: 6 Facts About Hollywood's Golden Girl
Here are some interesting tidbits about the TV legend's life and career.
Tammy Faye and Jim Bakker: Inside Their Relationship and the Scandals That Brought Down Their Empire
The televangelists quickly rose to fame, creating a media empire, but scandals eventually tore the relationship apart — and landed Jim in prison.
Britney Spears’ Conservatorship: A Complete Timeline
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.
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Inside Pamela Anderson and Tommy Lee’s Tumultuous Relationship
The Playmate and Mötley Crüe drummer's fast and short-lived marriage included two kids, a jail sentence and now-famous sex tape.
Inside Natalie Wood and Mart Crowley's 20-Year Friendship
Meeting on a movie set, the actress and playwright forged a tight bond that ended with her tragic 1981 death.
KISS: A Definitive Timeline of the Rock Band
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.
Neil Patrick Harris and David Burtka's Serendipitous Love Story
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.
Inside James Gandolfini's Sudden Death
The "Sopranos" star suffered a heart attack while on a trip to Italy in June 2013.
How Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Childhood Inspired 'In the Heights'
Hailing from in New York City's Inwood neighborhood, Miranda celebrated his upbringing in his first Broadway musical turned 2021 movie.
Inside Phil Hartman's Tragic and Shocking Death
The "Saturday Night Live" star was killed by his wife Brynn Omdahl, who battled with substance abuse, in their Los Angeles home in 1998.
Inside the Hart Family Wrestling Dynasty
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.
Mick Foley: The Many Characters of the WWE Superstar
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.
Inside Ultimate Warrior and Hulk Hogan's Rivalry
Warrior chafed at the idea of accepting less than equal billing as the Hulk, who Ultimate Warrior defeated at WrestleMania VI.
Bernie Madoff: 6 Famous Victims of His Ponzi Scheme
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.
5 Things You May Not Know About Elon Musk
Here's a look at the Tesla CEO's out-of-this-world life and career.
How “Proud Mary” Made Tina Turner a Household Name
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.
10 Things You May Not Know About 'Legally Blonde'
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.
10 Things You May Not Know About Aretha Franklin
The "Respect" singer's life featured both challenges and accomplishments, including a life-changing fear and a performance alongside a former Cabinet member.
Inside Natasha Richardson's Tragic and Shocking Death
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.