Sammy Tran articles

Carolyn Jones Portrait
July 23, 2026 Sammy Tran

Behind the scenes of the soap opera Capitol, Carolyn Jones battled the worst nightmare of her life: cancer.

Carolyn Jones had already earned her place in television history as Morticia Addams, but her final role came under devastating circumstances.
Actor Richard Thomas photographed at age 14, in 1965.
July 23, 2026 Sammy Tran

The Remarkable Second Act Of The Waltons Star Richard Thomas After Leaving America’s Favorite Family

After leaving America’s favorite family, Richard Thomas faced a harder challenge: proving he was not trapped inside the role that made him beloved.
Leigh Snow, Mike Connors, and Leigh Snow
July 16, 2026 Sammy Tran

Why Mannix Star Mike Connors Became One Of Television’s Most Durable Leading Men

Mike Connors became famous as Joe Mannix, the tough private eye who could solve the case—but his long-lasting appeal was not just about action.
Portrait of actor Robert Fuller
July 16, 2026 Sammy Tran

Robert Fuller found fame on two classic TV Westerns—but almost left acting before either one happened.

Robert Fuller became one of television’s most recognizable Western stars, yet before reaching fame, Fuller came dangerously close to giving up acting altogether.
Portrait of Carl Douglas
July 15, 2026 Sammy Tran

One-Hit Wonders That Everyone In The 1970s Had To Hear—But Almost No One Would Recognize Today

The 1970s were full of songs that seemed impossible to escape. Then, almost as quickly as they arrived, many faded into pop history.
Glamor portrait of actress Rita Moreno.
July 10, 2026 Sammy Tran

Rita Moreno confessed that Marlon Brando was a better lover than Elvis—but they had the most toxic relationship in Hollywood.

Rita Moreno confessed that Marlon Brando was a better lover than Elvis—but they had the most toxic relationship in Hollywood.
American Film Actress Susan Peters, Head and Shoulders Publicity Portrait, MGM, 1943
July 9, 2026 Sammy Tran

Actress Susan Peters was accidentally shot when she was 23—but the worst was yet to come. She met a tragic end when she was only 31.

Actress Susan Peters was accidentally shot when she was 23—but the worst was yet to come. She met a tragic end when she was only 31.
Photo of Grease Premier
July 8, 2026 Sammy Tran

The Biggest Entertainment Stories Americans Couldn’t Stop Talking About In The 1970s

From blockbuster films to disco fever to television events watched by millions, 1970s entertainment became something remembered for the rest of their lives.
Mary Tyler Moore Portrait Session
July 8, 2026 Sammy Tran

How Mary Tyler Moore’s Television Success Nearly Never Happened

Mary Tyler Moore became one of the most important women in television history, but her success was never guaranteed.


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