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The Bizarre Story Behind Frank Sinatra’s Mugshot
You can no longer be arrested for the same crime in today’s times.
Scream Queens: Horror Heroines & Striking Villainesses
Ever since Mary Philbin unmasked Lon Chaney in the 1925 silent film ‘The Phantom of the Opera,’ horror films have depended on frightened heroines.
Clap For the Wolfman: Celebrating the Lupine Beast That Took a Big Bite Out of Horror
The first Wolfman character in a mainstream film surfaced in a 1935 horror flick called ‘Werewolf of London.’
From Teenaged Dream To Cultural Icon: Let’s Hear It For Frankenstein!
Despite being cobbled out of spare parts and hearts, Dr. Frankenstein’s monster has endured for 200 years.
Dracula Rises: Screenland’s Most Terrifying Vampires
Fiends on Film! Check out the movie history of Count Dracula and other classic blood suckers.
The Mummy: Awakening The Famous Monster’s Most Notable Appearances
The legendary monster has been a cinematic staple for nearly a century.
House of Mouse: Collecting The Wonderful World Of Disneyana
The magical animated world Walt Disney created turns 100 today!
Where to Watch Classic Universal Monsters
Find out where you can watch and/or stream movies featuring Dracula, Frankenstein’s monster, the Wolf Man, the Mummy, the Gill-man and other classic Universal Monsters.
Big Celebrations Happening for Hank Williams’ 100th Birthday
The iconic singer-songwriter was born on September 17, 1923.
Woody Woodpecker Is Coming to MeTV’s ‘Saturday Morning Cartoons’
Classic animated shorts starring the mischievous cartoon bird with the iconic laugh — as well as his colorful cast of pals from Walter Lantz Productions, including Andy Panda and penguin Chilly Willy — will be spotlighted in the hourlong block ‘Woody Woodpecker and Friends.’
Disney Reimagining Seven Dwarfs for Upcoming Live-Action ‘Snow White’
More controversy…
Betty Boop Made Her Debut On This Day in 1930
Revisit the history of the famous and darling Betty Boop.
Turner Classic Movies Summer Under the Stars: Nicholas Brothers
Fayard and Harold Nicholas, known as the Nicholas Brothers, excelled in a variety of dance techniques and acrobatics, and appeared in many films beginning in the 1930s.
Turner Classic Movies Summer Under the Stars: Joan Blondell
Summer Under the Stars (SUTS), Turner Classic Movies’ annual August programming favorite, returns August 8 celebrating Joan Blondell.
Turner Classic Movies Summer Under the Stars: Errol Flynn
Summer Under the Stars (SUTS), Turner Classic Movies’ annual August programming favorite, returns August 5 celebrating Errol Flynn.
Turner Classic Movies Summer Under the Stars: Jackie Cooper
Summer Under the Stars (SUTS), Turner Classic Movies’ annual August programming favorite, returns August 4 celebrating Jackie Cooper.
The Stars Are Especially Bright Once Again On Turner Classic Movies
The Network’s Annual Summer Under The Stars Event Returns with first time stars Anthony Perkins, Stella Stevens and more!
Betty Ann Bruno Dies: ‘Wizard of Oz’ Munchkin & Veteran Local TV Reporter Was 91
The ex-child actress also worked for the CIA.
Harley-Davidson Turns 120 This Year & the Celebs Who Love Them
The stars who love Harley-Davidson motorcycles as the brand is celebrating its 120th anniversary this year.
Celebrating Popeye the Sailor Man’s 90 Years in Animation!
Toot, Toot! The spinach eating sailor, Popeye, turns 90 (July 14, 2023). Expert Fred M. Grandinetti shares the history of this beloved comic icon and his pals.
Rodgers & Hammerstein: The Golden Couple Of Broadway’s Golden Age
In honor of Oscar Hammerstein II July 12 birthday, take a look back at some of the duos most popular musicals.
Hollywood Scandals That Would Not Be Scandals Today
Standards have changed for what makes for shocking news. Here are some odd Hollywood scandals from the 20th century!
America Has Been Eating Spam Since 1937
It’s not ham its Spam and you either love it or you hate it.
The Strange & Adventurous Life of Famed Author Ernest Hemingway
Famed author Ernest Hemingway died on this day, July, 2 1961, and left behind a treasure trove of American classics as well as three children and 12 grandchildren.
Olivia de Havilland: One of the Last of Hollywood’s Golden Age Beauties
Happy heavenly birthday to one of the silver screen’s brightest stars.
The Classic Cliffhanger Serials That Helped Inspire ‘Indiana Jones’
Among their other inspirations for the daredevil archaeologist they introduced in Raiders of the Lost Ark, George Lucas and Steven Spielberg raided the lost art of action-packed ’30s and ’40s movie serials like Spy Smasher and Perils of Nyoka.
Katharine Hepburn: One of the Greatest Screen Legends of Hollywood’s Golden Era
The stunning icon passed away at the age of 95 20 years ago on June, 29th 2003
The History of Drag Representation in Television & Film Over the Decades
Drag or cross-dressing has been along along time before they became buzz words. From ‘Some Like it Hot’ to Madea’s many films we try to cover them all.
Fred Astaire Wowed Both On-Screen & Off
Remembering this dancing legend on the anniversary of his death.
Surfs Up & Summer is Here: Golden Age Stars in Vintage Swimwear
These classic Hollywood stars hit the beach in these retro swimsuit photos.
