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In 1999, country music singer Garth Brooks aroused controversy when he created an alter ego, a fictional rock star named Chris Gaines. Following the release and failure of the album Garth Brooks in...the Life of Chris Gaines, a proposed movie with the Gaines character went by the board.
Fast facts about Bing Crosby and rock 'n' roll icon Jerry Lee Lewis.
A key figure in the rise of rock and roll, the singer-pianist scored several hits in the 1950s, and later shifted his focus to country music.
The professional wrestler has worked for various promotions on the indie circuit, and is the first wrestler to win the so-called "big three" of American deathmatch tournaments.
Airing for one season from 1999 to 2000, the teen comedy-drama went on to gain a cult following.
Fast facts about singer-actor Bing Crosby and rock band Chicago.
Fun facts about showbiz legends Ethel Merman and Bing Crosby.
Known for his outspoken, hardline conservative views, and often controversial comments, the politician, journalist and Navy veteran represented North Carolina in the U.S. Senate for 30 years.
Running five seasons from 1965 to 1969, the television sitcom spoofed that decade's spy craze.
Though best known as one of the world's most iconic rock bands, members of the Beach Boys would endure personal struggles and mental health challenges, such as Brian Wilson's battle with schizophrenia and auditory hallucinations, and a difficult relationship with his father Murry (who once served as the Beach Boys' manager).
The Christian author has published over a dozen books, including the Power of a Praying... series, and before that, was a successful recording artist.
The labor leader and attorney served as the tenth General President of the Teamsters Union from 1998 to 2021 and is the son of former Teamsters leader Jimmy Hoffa.
One of TV's longest-running dramatic series, Gunsmoke, which started out as a radio show, ushered in the age of the so-called "adult Western".
The political commentator and former Army nurse made unsuccessful runs for a seat in both the U.S. Senate and U.S. House of Representatives.
Fast facts about Sonny & Cher and Bing Crosby.
On September 8, 1935, Huey Long, the former governor of Louisiana who by then was serving as a U.S. Senator, was fatally shot at the Louisiana State Capitol in Baton Rouge. Such debate continues over the politician's murder.
Known for his lounge and bossa nova music, the Brazilian organist and pianist shot to worldwide fame with his instrumental version of the song "Summer Samba".
A tribute to two TV stars from the 1970s, both of whom died in August of 2025. OAD: 9/4/25
Fun facts about one of the most popular double acts in music history. OAD: 9/3/2025
The Hall of Fame horse trainer went from working with quarter horses to achieving over a dozen Breeder's Cup and Triple Crown wins with his thoroughbreds. OAD: September 2, 2025
Fast facts about entertainment legends Bing Crosby and Sir Michael Caine. Original air date: August 29, 2025
The television executive was head of NBC's entertainment division for ten years, and helped make the network number one. Original air date: August 28, 2025
The movie studio executive was one of the founders of Warner Bros., and served as company president until 1956.
A rundown of fast facts about women's rights leaders, from Susan B. Anthony to Dolores Huerta.
Fast facts about Bing Crosby and vocal group The Mills Brothers.
The radio program writer, actor, producer and narrator is best known as the creator of Gang Busters, which spawned both movie serial and television series adaptations.
In 1969, Jim Nabors, shortly after ending his hit show Gomer Pyle USMC (spun off from The Andy Griffith Show), was given his own variety series. The Jim Nabors Hour was a ratings hit in its own right but was canceled after two seasons, partly because of the major networks wanting to appeal to younger, more urban audiences.
Since at least the 1990s, pro wrestling veteran Jim Cornette has had a longstanding feud with writer Vince Russo over their vastly different philosophies on the industry.
In August of 1997, a workers' strike led by the Teamsters Union shut down UPS operations for a total of 15 days, which proved to be a victory for the union.
Fun facts about movie legends Bing Crosby and Sean Connery.
Fun facts about music legends Bing Crosby and Jimmy Buffett.
Debuting midseason in January 1963, the television Western series, about a marshal and three deputies patrolling the Dakota Territory during the Gilded Age, was canceled after half a season following public outcry over a violent scene in one episode.
One of the core figures of the '80s wrestling craze, the WWE Hall of Famer accumulated numerous championship titles and is widely regarded as one of the greatest and most recognized pro wrestlers of all time.
Fast facts about Bing Crosby and chef-humorist Justin Wilson.
The history of how coffee shops (or cafes, among other terms) came to be.
Fast facts about the longtime ABC News anchor.
The billionaire businessman was the longtime owner, chairman, and CEO of the NFL's Indianapolis Colts from 1997 until his death in 2025.
Fun facts about Bing Crosby and gospel singer J.D. Sumner. Editor's Note: J.D. Sumner became the manager of the Stamps Quartet in 1962, not 1965, the year he left the Blackwood Brothers to focus all his energies on singing with and managing the Stamps.
Known for his so-called "bell cow" running style, the Pro Football Hall of Famer and onetime Super Bowl MVP spent 14 seasons playing fullback.
The labor leader served as president of the Teamsters Union for 13 years, but disappeared in July 1975 and was declared legally dead a few years later.
The actor, musician and poet rose to fame for his role as Theo Huxtable on The Cosby Show, and later went on to star in other TV series, including Malcolm & Eddie and Suits.
A behind-the-scenes history of the movie Back to School (1986) that starred Rodney Dangerfield.
Fun facts about Bing Crosby and folk-rock supergroup Crosby, Stills & Nash, also known as Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young.
Best known for starring in the hit TV series Hogan's Heroes, the actor and radio personality was brutally murdered in 1978, a case that remains unsolved.
The famous family of makeup artists is credited with having introduced the art of makeup to the film industry.
Built in 1895, The Old Camden Post Office, as it's come to be called, is a former post office building located at 133 Washington Street SW in Camden, Arkansas, and now houses a restaurant, Postmasters Grill.
One of the landmarks of Camden, Arkansas, the Events Center at Fairview Park, also known as the Old Fairview Gym, is an award-winning venue that serves both public and private gatherings.
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