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Known for his avant-garde style, the actor and comedian earned renown for his portrayal of counterculture figures in 1960s comedies.
The prolific TV producer and screenwriter is best known for his contributions to the Western genre, spanning both television and film.
The WWE Hall of Famer is best known for his Irwin R. Schyster gimmick, becoming a two-time tag team champion with the "Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase.
The late '90s and early 2000s were a golden era for the R&B girl group, but behind the scenes, the members were embroiled in management disputes and perceived favoritism.
The director and producer of Z-grade Westerns was known for his inept production values, with some critics labeling him as the "worst director" of all time.
One of the most popular recording artists in America in the early 20th century, the singer and voice actor sold over 300 million records during the phonograph era.
The classic TV series, often called the gold standard for wholesome, nostalgic Americana, was marked by internal friction behind the scenes, from actor feuds to the personal demons of its leading man.
Described as a watershed moment in the history of advertising, Apple's "1984" commercial aired nationally during Super Bowl XVIII on January 22, 1984.
A quick rundown of stories of times that someone other than the president's wife has served as First Lady.
One of the icons of indie cinema, the director, producer, and screenwriter's career spanned over 50 years.
The country fiddler, singer and songwriter is best known for writing "A Satisfied Mind", and spent much of his later career touring with Faron Young.
Known as the "Apollo Queen of Fashion," the TV host, actress, and dancer became a household name for her elegance, charisma, and her signature high-stepping walk onto the stage of the Apollo Theater, and for her long run as co-host of Showtime at the Apollo.
The pastor turned activist became a central figure in international controversy regarding religious tolerance and free speech.
From its founding in London in 1905 to its current status as the world's most recognizable luxury watch brand, Rolex would transform the wristwatch from a delicate accessory into a robust, precise tool capable of withstanding extreme conditions, securing its legacy as the ultimate symbol of achievement.
A rundown of fun facts about some of the greatest musical geniuses the world has ever known, from Bach to Gershwin.
Founded in 1972, Supersax (derived from "Super Saxophone") was a jazz ensemble dedicated to playing harmonized arrangements of Charlie Parker's bebop improvisations.
The Emmy award-winning news anchor was a staple of New York City television in a career that spanned over four decades.
Founded in 2000, J&S Italian Villa is a popular fine-dining restaurant in Hot Springs, Arkansas, owned by Saddiq and Jeannie Mir since 2022.
A newcomer in the Nashville music scene, the recording artist, songwriter, and author has become a viral sensation, and counts artists like Dolly Parton, Reba McEntire, Trisha Yearwood, Aretha Franklin, and Patsy Cline as major influences.
The patriarch of the Flying Wallendas high-wire act (originally known as the Great Wallendas) endured several family tragedies during his career, but ended up falling to his death at age 73 while walking a wire between two towers, a moment captured on video.
Fun facts about music legends Barry White and Bing Crosby.
The TV actor is best known for his portrayal of Mark "Dr. McSteamy" Sloan on Grey's Anatomy, and also had roles on Charmed and Euphoria, among others.
Since 1975, the Ace in the Hole Band has served as the backup band for country music singer George Strait.
The singer and comedian is best known for his decades-long association with Jack Benny, playing a naive, boyish version of himself on Benny's radio and TV shows.
Known for his tough-guy roles, the veteran actor shot to fame playing John Dillinger in the movie Dillinger, but his career was often derailed by alcoholism, intense on-set difficulties, and numerous violent arrests.
A member of wrestling's Von Erich family, Mike Von Erich (born Michael Brett Adkisson) was the fifth son of Texas wrestler and wrestling promoter Fritz Von Erich. He committed suicide in 1987 at age 23.
The former child actress overcame hardships even during her run as the youngest daughter on TV's Father Knows Best, and later became a sought-after keynote speaker and an ordained evangelist.
The cabaret singer and lyricist is widely regarded as one of the greatest recording artists of the 20th century.
The jazz and pop saxophonist has released over a dozen albums and worked with such names as Prince, Van Morrison, and Sheila E.
Fast facts about women's rights icon Susan B. Anthony, plus a brief history of International Women's Day.
A roundup of fun facts about the man known the world over as "America's Pastor".
The popular 1970s TV series helped break new ground in prime time television, addressing mature topics from drugs to divorce.
Fun facts about Bing Crosby and his mentor, bandleader Paul Whiteman.
Everything you need to know about the Havanese and Poodle mix.
The defense attorney has represented such clients as Harvey Weinstein, Phil Spector, and Nick Reiner.
Fast facts about legendary Canadian rock band Bachman–Turner Overdrive.
From 1969 to 1999, Wausau Insurance Companies (later bought by Liberty Mutual) was a major sponsor of CBS-TV's 60 Minutes. The ad campaign would put the company on the map.
Fast facts about music legends Gordon Lightfoot and Bing Crosby.
The comedian, writer, and character actor, born Harry Einstein, became famous as the Greek chef Nick Parkyakarkus on the Eddie Cantor and Al Jolson radio programs.
Known to several generations of East Coast kids as "Uncle Floyd", the local TV host became a cult hero with a 13,000-member fan club.
For part of the 1960s, the Rat Pack, an informal group of entertainers most famously comprising of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., Joey Bishop and (until 1962) Peter Lawford, dominated the Las Vegas scene and appeared in a number of films together.
Known for his extraordinary technical ability, the jazz pianist is considered to be one of the greatest ever, despite suffering from vision problems that stemmed from infancy.
The Cincinnati-based company pioneered a vacuum-assisted breast biopsy system that is primarily used to diagnose breast cancer by obtaining large tissue samples, but is also used to treat and remove benign breast lesions.
The Emmy-winning director is most notable for his work on Get Smart (where he directed 22 episodes) but worked on other classic TV hits as well, including Hogan's Heroes, Love, American Style, and M*A*S*H.
Best known for his work in WWE, WCW, and various NWA territories, the professional wrestler was known as an intimidating brawler and one of the premier "big men" of the '80s and '90s.
Known for hits like "Family Man," "Fish," and "Keep Them Kisses Comin'", the country music singer went from playing piano for Tracy Byrd and a pre-stardom Luke Bryan to becoming a successful artist in his own right.
One of the architects of the honky-tonk style of music, the Country Music Hall of Famer helped shift the genre from its roots in self-accompanied singing to a band-oriented sound utilizing amplified instruments.
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