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Mary McDonough in the Waltons now and then

‘The Waltons’ Star Mary McDonough Remembers Which Costar Was ‘My Favorite Person to Kiss’

“‘Hey, you two! Stop! Stop kissing!’ [the director yelled]. Very embarrassing.”

I LOVE LUCY, Lucille Ball, Desi Arnaz, (Season 1), 1951-57

Desi Arnaz Jr. and Lucie Arnaz Remember Father Desi: He ‘Never Said, I’m Sorry’

Things weren’t always as glamorous as they seemed on TV.

Tom Hanks Bossum Buddies with Samantha inset

Who Was Samantha Lewes, Tom Hanks’ First Wife?

Their daughter, E.A. Hanks, has written a book about her tumultuous relationship with her mom.

Johnny Carson, 1974.

New Johnny Carson Memoir Reveals Private Side of Famous Host: ‘Some Would Say He Lived a Lavish Lifestyle’

Carson’s friend Smith writes about the times the pair shared.

Pop Culture Preservation Society, Carolyn Cochrane, Kristin Nilsen, Michelle Newman

Meet Your New Best Friends: The Pop Culture Preservation Society

“If you have feelings about Marcia breaking her nose or John Travolta in that plastic bubble, then we should probably be friends.”

The Brady Bunch Variety Hour Ad, November, 28, 1976, TV Guide Magazine

7 Weird Things You Didn’t Know About ‘The Brady Bunch Variety Hour’

Some cast members were grateful when the show was canceled.

Susan Lucci with Emmy in 1999 and in 2025

What Is Susan Lucci Up to Now, 26 Years After Finally Winning an Emmy?

After 18 years of nominations, she finally took home a Daytime Emmy on May 21, 1999. Has she won any since?

Shirley MacLaine now and then

6 Things About Shirley MacLaine for Her 91st Birthday

She made a move on Morgan Freeman, but he didn’t reciprocate.

BERKELEY, UNITED STATES - MAY 22: Jerry Garcia performing with the Grateful Dead at the Greek Theater in Berkeley on May 22, 1982.

New Memoir Recounts Jerry Garcia’s Final Days: “I Don’t Think He Thought He Had Much Time Left”

The memoir also shares stories of working with the band in the ’80s.

The Chosen Last Super Magazine, TV Guide Magazine, April 2025

Sneak Peek Into ‘The Chosen: The Last Supper’ Collector’s Edition (Photos)

Jonathan Roumie is loving the whip! This exclusive publication shares in-depth details on Season 5, along with interviews with cast members.

PSYCHO, Vera Miles, 1960

Why Vera Miles Didn’t Become Alfred Hitchcock’s Next Grace Kelly

A new book is hoping to dispel some rumors.

Cathy Garver in 2025 and Ten Commandments Screen grab collage

‘The Ten Commandments’ Child Star Kathy Garver Reveals How a Lamb Peed On Her, and Other Behind-the-Scenes Stories

There’s only one actor in Hollywood — Kathy Garver — who can claim that an animal who peed on her lap just may have helped get her a larger role in Cecil B. DeMille’s ‘The Ten Commandments.’

Tina Louise 'Gilligans' Island' Now and Then

‘Gilligan’s Island’ Star Tina Louise Opens Up About Tough Childhood

She was sent to a boarding school for several years.

THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JOHNNY CARSON -- Pictured: (l-r)Actress Dyan Cannon during an interview with Host Johnny Carson on November 12th, 1974

Dyan Cannon Opens Up About Her Relationship With Johnny Carson

The two often flirted on ‘The Tonight Show.’

50 Years of Happy Days: A Visual History of an American Television Classic, Henry Winkler, cast of Happy Days

‘Happy Days’ Writers Pick Their Favorite Stories From ‘50 Years of Happy Days’

Ron Howard wasn’t originally interested in ‘Happy Days.’

ROMANOFF AND JULIET, Sandra Dee, 1961

5 Things You Never Knew About Sandra Dee

Her son wrote a book about her marriage to Bobby Darin.

Christie Brinkley attends The 2024 Fragrance Foundation Awards at David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center on June 05, 2024 in New York City

Christie Brinkley Shares Private Mementos That Inspired Her Memoir

The model/ actress took to Instagram to share photos of some never-before-seen items from her personal life.

GUERRILLA: THE TAKING OF PATTY HEARST, (aka NEVERLAND: THE RISE AND FALL OF THE SYMBIONESE LIBERATION ARMY), Patty Hearst, mug shots taken September 19, 1975, 2004,

Do You Remember the Patty Hearst Kidnapping?

51 years ago, Patricia Hearst’s kidnapping turned into a 15 month odyssey until the FBI nabbed her.

E.T., Henry Thomas, 1982

Why Steven Spielberg Changed His Mind About Making An ‘E.T.’ Sequel

It’s one of the most popular movies of all time … but there’s a reason they never made a follow-up.

GONE WITH THE WIND, Vivien Leigh, 1939 vivienleigh6t-fsct06(vivienleigh6t-fsct06)

New Book Details Vivien Leigh’s Descent to Darkness

Things were not easy for the glamorous star.

ROOTS, (key art), 1977

8 Things You Didn’t Know About ‘Roots’

47 years ago, ‘Roots’ premiered and changed the way we looked at TV.

Bob Uecker, on the microphone at baseball field, July 25, 1987

6 Things You Never Knew About Mr. Baseball Bob Uecker

The voice of the Milwaukee Brewers died on Jan. 16, 2025. Do you remember when he starred on an ’80s television show?

3 Romeos, including Leo Dicaprio and Gnomeo

Ranking the 8 Best Romeo & Romeo-Inspired Performances

Here’s our ranking of the Romeos, in all their many forms.

THE LITTLE RASCALS/OUR GANG COMEDIES, Carl 'Alfalfa' Switzer, late 1930's.

Carl Switzer, Who Played Alfalfa in ‘Our Gang,’ Was Murdered Over $50

A new book hopes to set the record straight on the child star.

Herbie J Pilato Holiday book event

Herbie J Pilato’s Christmas TV Memories Live Events With the Stars Rocked L.A. & Orange County

Barry Williamson, Tiny Cole, Stanley Livingston and more classic stars attended the book events to share their Christmas memories.

TRUE GRIT, from left: Kim Darby, John Wayne, 1969

Cowboys & Outlaws: 6 Books to Read Your Way Across the American West

Check out this list of some of the most memorable fictional cowboys and outlaws of the 20th century.

GIANT, top from left: Rock Hudson, Elizabeth Taylor, James Dean, bottom from left: Elizabeth Taylor, James Dean on 1971 Japanese poster art, 1956.

Go Behind the Scenes of James Dean’s Last Movie ‘Giant’ With New Book

New book takes a deep dive behind the scenes of Edna Ferber’s acclaimed novel plus the making of the all-star cast movie.

THE GREEN MILE, Tom Hanks, Michael Clarke Duncan, 1999.

8 Things You Didn’t Know About Stephen King’s ‘The Green Mile’

In honor of the 25th Anniversary we dug up some fun facts about the Tom Hanks and Michael Clarke Duncan flick.

Trisha Yearwood and Garth Brooks perform onstage during MusiCares Person of the Year honoring Dolly Parton at Los Angeles Convention Center on February 8, 2019 in Los Angeles, California

Country Music Icons Merle Haggard & George Jones Helped Garth Brooks & Trisha Yearwood Get Engaged

He detailed the sweet story in his new book.

<> at SAG Foundation Actors Center on February 24, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.

Why Did He Wear That White Hat? New Norman Lear Biography Reveals Real Story Behind His Sitcoms

Author Tripp Whetsell’s new book, ‘Norman Lear: His Life & Times,’ sheds light on the TV pioneer’s legacy.