Mark Schilling articles

They’re everywhere and then suddenly they’re not. Whether it’s because of the fickle nature of fame or because they wanted out of the spotlight, many celebrities faded from public view. Here are some notable stars who dropped off the face of the Earth.

When it debuted in 1978, Dallas changed the face of primetime television. With epic melodrama and over-the-top storylines, the saga of the oil-rich Ewing family was compelling viewing. Whether it was a classic cliffhanger or a notorious just-a-dream reset, Dallas dominated the 80s.

Should an actor be criticized for not singing well? If they’re in a musical and no one ever told them they could carry a tune, maybe they've opened themselves up to some not-so-gentle ribbing. Here are some of the most excruciating “singing” attempts by actors in movies.

Even a simple outfit or a hat can help set the tone for a film and establish a character. Here are some of the most iconic costumes from movie history.

After The Beverly Hillbillies, star Buddy Ebson sabotaged a former castmate’s run for Congress—and ignited one of Hollywood’s most bitter feuds.

Mommie Dearest is the dramatic story of Joan Crawford’s abusive relationship with her children—but the lead actress’ behavior behind the scenes was worse than anything seen onscreen.

Renowned for Lucille Ball’s physical comedy, I Love Lucy was also a key pioneer for many firsts in television. Let's take a look behind the scenes of the iconic sitcom.

Whether existing only in establishing shots or used as a set, houses play an important role in the stories we love to watch. Here are some of those iconic houses that you can actually visit.

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.