Miles Brucker articles

They might not admit it out loud, but Baby Boomers carry a whole jukebox of TV theme songs in their heads. These catchy intros from the 1960s through the 1980s were more than background music. They set the tone for shows and became part of everyday culture in a way that current generations can never truly understand.

The price of stardom can be exorbitant—and boy did Aaron Carter pay the ultimate price. While child stars spiraling out of control is nothing new, no one self-destructed quite like the prince of 2000s pop. Carter's chilling fall from grace is one of the darkest stories to come out of the music industry.

Liberace came from humble beginnings but went on to redefine the very character of showmanship and performance. Behind his lavish lifestyle and flamboyant persona, however, he could never truly reveal the person he really was.

From his early years making a name for himself in live theatre to his most famous roles on the big and small screens, Robert Duvall has become one of cinema’s most iconic veterans. Rising through the ranks of Hollywood alongside many of his generation, he sets himself apart through his commitment and professionalism, as well as his ability to take on characters to their fullest—truly becoming someone else in the process.

Burt Lancaster caused a stir in Hollywood when he famously rolled around in the surf with Deborah Kerr in From Here to Eternity. His physique was impeccably sculpted, reminiscent of contemporary underwear models, a rarity for men in the conservative atmosphere of the 1950s. Speculations ran rampant: Why was Lancaster attending wild parties? Was he possibly a communist? The man himself said very little about his private affairs; instead, he let his actions speak for themselves.

Robin Williams captivated audiences with his boundless energy and improvisational genius. His career spanned stand-up comedy, television, and blockbuster films. Behind the laughter, personal struggles shadowed his extraordinary success.

Some trends come and go, but flappers stayed. These fearless women turned the Roaring Twenties into a cultural firestorm. They didn’t wait for permission to live freely. Let’s go back in time and look at exactly how they did what they did.

Chet Baker beguiled millions of fans with his unique and vulnerable vocal quality. However, although he produced such tender music, he was also an unpredictable rake. Plagued by addiction and horrifying life choices, Chet was the most reckless bad boy in the business. Let’s unlock the door and explore these cagey facts about jazz music’s not-so-funny valentine.

A multifaceted, outgoing, and ceaselessly creative person, Howard Hughes did it all. From becoming a pilot, to an aerospace engineer, a businessman, a filmmaker, and even a philanthropist. It seemed like there was nothing Howard Hughes couldn't do. But then something changed.