Brendan Da Costa articles

An appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show could make or break a career—but it really seems like Sullivan preferred to break them.

After falling down the stairs, Sandy Denny suffered an undiagnosed brain hemorrhage that later led to her sudden death.

Romy Schneider rose to fame with her unforgettable role in “Sissi”—but few know her darker backstory or the cause of her untimely death.

Jane Greer was the post-WWII actress poised to become a noir film legend—then she ran afoul of one of Hollywood’s most enigmatic and vindictive star-makers.

Anna May Wong was the first Chinese-American Hollywood movie star, but movies aren't even the beginning of her scandalous life.

Will Hay was an English comedian famous for his blundering schoolmaster character. But, off-screen, he hid many demons and shocking secrets.

Big Mama Thornton was the 20th century blues singer who became the first real rock and roller. Her life, however, was all blues.

Tiny Tim was one of the most eccentric stars of his time—and his rise to fame is a story that needs to be told.

Sophie Tucker had a legendary stage career, yet tragically spent her old age ailing and alone. But her final request was the most heartbreaking of all.