1950s

Judy Garland

Judy Garland’s Life in Photos: A Stunning Tribute 56 Years After Her Death

Legions of fans took to the hot streets and held vigils to honor the beloved Garland when she was laid to rest.

Flintstones, Star Trek, crossover, cereal

‘Star Trek’ Meets ‘The Flintstones’: The Bizarre Crossover You Never Knew Happened

33 years ago, the residents of Bedrock briefly crossed paths with a Starfleet officer … sort of.

Robert Fuller and Jennifer Savidge have been married since 2001.

Jennifer Savidge on Falling for ‘Laramie’ Star Robert Fuller

“The truth is I picked him up in a bar! … I kid you not.” 

Jayne Mansfield, ca. 1957

Classic Hollywood Stars Heat Up Summer in These Vintage Swimsuit Photos

From the Golden Age of Hollywood through the early ’60s, studio-shot swimsuit photos were a big deal.

Betty Gay

‘Little Rascals’ Actor Betsy Gay Dies at 96

She left acting to become a full time yodeler with the Tex Williams and Hamblen’s Lucky Stars group.

Frankie Avalon, Teen Angel, Grease

Why Frankie Avalon Didn’t Want to Star in ‘Grease’ & His New Release of ‘Beauty School Dropout’ (Exclusive)

“I felt really uneasy, and I yelled, ‘Cut! I can’t do this, Randal.’”

FATHER OF THE BRIDE, from left: Elizabeth Taylor, Spencer Tracy, 1950

‘Father of the Bride’: 8 Things You Didn’t Know About the 1950 Elizabeth Taylor Film

Directed by Vincente Minnelli and also starring Spencer Tracy, this wedding classic turns 75 this year.

ON GOLDEN POND, Henry Fonda, Katharine Hepburn, 1981.
Classic TV On Today

Father’s Day Programming 2025: Where to Watch Dad-Friendly TV

Sit down with Dad this weekend and enjoy several classic films.

Robert Young of Father Knows Best graphic

6 Things You Never Knew About Robert Young, Star of ‘Father Knows Best’ & ‘Marcus Welby, M.D.’

Though he was known for playing idealized characters, he did not have a picture-perfect life offscreen.

TV Dad collage with Andy Griffith, Charles Ingles and Howard Cunningham

How Well Do You Know These Classic TV Dads From ‘Happy Days,’ ‘The Andy Griffith Show’ & More?

What TV Western did Lorne Greene play a rancher with three sons? Take our quiz and find out!

Hugh Beaumont Leave it to Beaver TV Dad graphic

7 Fun Facts About ‘Leave It to Beaver’ Star Hugh Beaumont

Before he was Ward Cleaver, he was a wartime medic, ad pitchman and Methodist minister.

5 Things You Never Knew About Lorne Greene, Ben Cartwright From ‘Bonanza’

Was the Cartwright patriarch one of the best TV dads of all time?

SERGEANT YORK, Gary Cooper, 1941

5 Things You Never Knew About TCM Star of the Month Gary Cooper! Plus: Download June 2025 Schedule

The Hollywood icon paid for things with checks for one very sneaky reason.

LOS ANGELES - 1968: Band leader Brian Wilson of the rock and roll band

Brian Wilson, Beach Boys Songwriter and Visionary, Dead at 82

He was a cofounding member of the Beach Boys.

THE JAZZ SINGER, Danny Thomas, 1952

5 Things You Never Knew About Danny Thomas

He gave back in a big way.

Kim Novak

Where Is Kim Novak Now?

The actress, 92, will be honored at this year’s Venice Film Festival.

TVs Best Dads

Fathers’s Day Is Coming: Vote for Your Favorite Classic TV Dad!

Plus: We count down 15 of our favorite dads through the decades.

I Love Lucy, Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz, 1951-1957

‘I Love Lucy’ Star Remembers Lucy & Desi Arnaz’s ‘Scary’ Fights

“I was always a little fearful to go there, not knowing what would happen.”

Leave it to Beaver Frank Bank collage

Whatever Happened to Lumpy Rutherford From ‘Leave It To Beaver’?

He could not have been more different than his famous character.

The Hollywood Show June 2025 collage

 ‘Scarecrow and Mrs. King’ & Rare Celeb Appearances Draw Crowds at the Hollywood Show in Burbank

“OMG, is it really you?”

Andy Griffith in NO TIME FOR SERGEANTS colorized graphic

What Was Andy Griffith’s First Movie Role?

Before he was enforcing law and order in Mayberry, he starred in a dark social satire.

MIDNIGHT SPECIAL -- Episode 31 -- Pictured: Conway Twitty

7 Surprising Facts About Conway Twitty

How many hits did the country icon have with Loretta Lynn?

PAYMENT ON DEMAND, Bette Davis, 1951 bettedavis-fscn23(bettedavis-fscn23)

Mia Farrow Reveals That Bette Davis Went Bald From Wearing Wigs

In a new interview, Farrow recalled the hair advice she received from the legendary actress.

Leave It To Beaver, Jerry Mathers

Want to Meet Jerry Mathers From ‘Leave It to Beaver’? Here’s How, as Cast Prepare for Reunion!

Surviving cast members of ‘Leave It to Beaver’ will gather at the June Hollywood Show.

Seven Year Itch Dress collage

Where Is Marilyn Monroe’s Dress From ‘The Seven Year Itch’?

There’s always a hot market for Marilyn memorabilia.

Tony Curtis graphic

TCM Honors Tony Curtis’ 100th Birthday! Celebrate With 5 Facts About the Star

The channel will air five Curtis films tonight, beginning at 8pm EST.

Gary Cooper TCM Schedule composite

TCM Celebrates Star of the Month Gary Cooper in June! Plus: Get a FREE Printable Monthly Schedule

Turner Classic Movies is celebrating screen legend Gary Cooper for the month of June.

Marilyn Monroe Seven Year Itch Collage

The Secrets Behind ‘The Seven Year Itch’ and Marilyn Monroe’s Famous Subway Grate Scene

Seventy years ago, Monroe stepped on a subway gate and unleashed a furor!

Clint Eastwood Graphic

Clint Eastwood Turns 95! Flashback to Some of His Earliest Roles

Before he was The Man With No Name, he was hanging around talking mules and giant tarantulas

CHEYENNE, Dennis Hopper, 'Quicksand', (Season 1, ep. 111, aired April 3, 1956), 1955-63

Did You Know That Dennis Hopper Got His Start on TV Westerns?

The legendary actor, who died 15 years ago, appeared on classic shows including ‘Wagon Train,’ ‘The Rifleman,’ ‘Sugarfoot,’ and more.