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....
A rare survivor of the 1980s Brat Pack, teen idol Rob Lowe has had his share of Hollywood highs and lows. This self-proclaimed man of no regrets certainly has a lot to choose from: There’s the Oscar debacle, the nannies, and, of course, that infamous videotape.
Betty Grable’s sly smile turned toward the camera is one of the most iconic images in history. As the pin-up queen of the world, Grable lived a scandalous life that's the stuff of Hollywood movies. While her girl-next-door image has endured through the 21st century, the reality of her dark, dramatic life was anything but ideal.
Lou Reed is one of the most influential musicians of all time. Known for his transgressive lyrics and experimental songwriting, Reed’s artistic reputation propped up a life of darkness, debauchery, and depression.
The life of matinee idol Ramon Novarro was bookended by immense stardom on one end and then, in his very last breaths, immense tragedy. On October 30, 1968, the secret he tried so desperately to hide throughout his glamorous career came out in one infamous, violent act. After that “Bloody Wednesday,” the legacy of this Latin Lover was never the same. This is his story.
Behind those familiar salutes and catchphrases stood real people with intriguing stories. The cast of Hogan's Heroes brought laughter to millions, but their personal tales tell us much more than just comedy.
Anjelica Huston is truly Hollywood royalty. Born into one of the most prestigious families in cinema history, Huston's life is full of immense privilege, heartbreaking tragedy, and lasting scandal. Huston may be on top now—but it was one heck of a twisted journey for her to get there.
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