Jack Hawkins articles

These 1970s television stars were once household names, but their fame faded when the decade ended. Discover what happened after their biggest shows.

Remember the scene-stealing actors from classic sitcoms who often outshone the stars? These beloved supporting players made TV comedy unforgettable.

Rediscover 1940s movie stars Baby Boomers instantly remember, from Gene Tierney and Van Johnson to Greer Garson, Dana Andrews, and Alan Ladd.

Hal Linden turned Captain Barney Miller into TV's smartest, calmest cop, anchoring the classic sitcom with dry humor, patience, and unforgettable chemistry.

James Garner made Maverick look effortless before reinventing TV detective cool as Jim Rockford. Revisit his remarkable career and The Rockford Files legacy.

You know them from the big screen, but did you know some of your favorite Hollywood stars have serious academic credentials to back up their talent? These actors didn’t just memorize scripts—they mastered dissertations, cracked codes, and even studied ancient languages. Let’s take a look at the brainiest stars in Hollywood who earned non-honorary PhDs or other advanced degrees.

Remember Bob Barker, Richard Dawson, Gene Rayburn, Alex Trebek, Pat Sajak, and more beloved game show hosts from the 1970s and 1980s who became trusted fixtures in millions of American homes.