Miles Rook articles

Looking back on the toughest of the Hollywood cowboys.

Jim Croce was the American folk and rock singer and songwriter who could have had a long and storied career—but his greatness was cut short by one horrific tragedy.

Few people in Hollywood thought Sylvester Stallone's script for Rocky had a chance of success, but it surprised everyone.

No one can say that Miles Davis lacked talent, or that he didn't have an enormous effect on the modern jazz movement. Most of Davis’ issues were with his personal life. He said he loved women, but his poor treatment of them was infamous. Second in line after women was his love of mind-altering substances. But at the root of all of his problems was his hot temper, and it led to one of the most ironic passings of all time.

Some bands had to make bold changes to their sound to break through to success.

Long before the likes of Charlize Theron, Michelle Pfeiffer, or even Marilyn Monroe, there was Mae West—actress and provocateur. Of course, there’s more than enough fascinating material with just those three descriptors, but there was a lot more to West than just her allure and bold behavior. West was one of the most controversial celebrities of her time—and her intriguing story is full of jaw-dropping twists and turns.

Although Gia is widely considered to be the first supermodel, her early exposure to substances derailed her career right at the peak of her success. Gia's story is a cautionary tale—one of heartbreak and regret—and it only ends in tragedy.

There has never been a superstar quite like “Weird Al” Yankovic, and there never will be one again. Weird Al has made millions off of embracing the things that made him just that: Weird. Rather than fearing the disapproval of others, Al put his quirks front and center for the world to see—and they love him for it. Whether you’ve been a lifelong fan or have only recently discovered the beauty that is Weird Al, dive into the story of a one-of-a-kind man and let it inspire you to live your best weird life too.

Brian Jones was the first in a string of musicians that saw the abrupt end of their lives at the young age of 27. What most people don’t know is that Jones’ demise was—and is—shrouded in mystery.