What’s the main feature of a cameo? It’s a surprise! And in a surprising turn of events, we’re going to take a look at the best cameos on TV shows by actors rich and famous, not so rich and famous, and even some non-actors along the way.

Television doesn't owe permanence. A star might headline the posters, but the story may quietly outgrow them. Sometimes, a new voice takes the lead, or the center just blurs.

Order in the court!

The Bradys are still one of the best families on TV, but behind the scenes, “family” secrets threatened to have the show yanked off-air.

They had the fame, the charm, and a Frank Sinatra blessing. Joey Bishop and Peter Lawford stood in the Rat Pack beside one of the most powerful men in entertainment. But Sinatra’s loyalty came with quite a temper—and when he felt betrayed, those blue eyes quickly turned black with rage. This is the story of how Sinatra’s pettiness, bitterness, and pride destroyed two careers and two friendships—forever.

At Donald O’Connor’s farewell party from Universal Studios, the executives gave him a disturbing parting “gift”. When he opened it, his blood boiled.

He never asked for your sympathy. As cameras flashed and crowds cheered, Chadwick Boseman quietly carried a terminal illness and chose not to tell the world.

Though he was one of the most famous heartthrobs in Hollywood, Omar Sharif’s final years were absolutely brutal. Dive into his terribly sad story.