From the very beginning, Hervé Villechaize got a taste of how unfair the world could be, whether the lesson came from mistreatment at school or the chronic aches and discomfort that accompanied his health condition. However, through all the hardships he endured, he could always find solace in his art, and he never stopped chasing his passion as an actor—until it all became too much to bear.

Over the course of many decades, the one and only George Jones made a name for himself as the gatekeeper of the traditional country style—and also as one of its most unique singers. But even though Jones’ musical career was a great success story, he also lived a troubled and difficult life. To illustrate this point, here are 50 heartbreaking facts about the legendary George Jones.

Rod Serling's early 70s show Night Gallery featured a role call of Hollywood legends like no other.

Discover why Valerie became The Hogan Family after Valerie Harper’s bitter contract dispute, firing, and courtroom victory transformed the beloved 1980s sitcom, bringing Sandy Duncan into its fractured television family.

Sondra Locke had an extraordinary Hollywood career that refused to follow any typical playbook. She lived a mysterious life—one which included questions about her real age and her unorthodox marriage. When she hooked up with a major Hollywood star, it seemed like her career was ready to truly take off. Instead, Locke’s life began a downward spiral leading to an almost complete disappearance from Hollywood. Locke’s life is a cautionary tale like no other.

Every great sitcom needs a strong lead, but the funniest person in the room is not always the one whose name appears first in the credits.