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BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER, Sarah Michelle Gellar, 1997-2003 (2000 photo). ph: Andrew MacPherson / TM and Copyright ©20th Century Fox Film Corp. All rights reserved / courtesy Everett Collection; CHRISTMAS ON THE SQUARE, (aka DOLLY PARTON'S CHRISTMAS ON THE SQUARE), Dolly Parton, 2020. © Netflix / Courtesy Everett Collection

How Dolly Parton Staked a Claim in ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’

Find out how the country singer got involved with the Slayer.

PAPER MOON, Jodie Foster, Christopher Connelly, 1974

Why Jodie Foster Left Television for 50 Years After a Failed TV Show

‘You work for long periods of time on television, and then suddenly one day it’s taken away from you.’

A Thousand Blows, Season 2 - Malachi Kirby (Hezekiah), Erin Doherty (Mary Carr), and Stephen Graham (Sugar Goodson)

‘A Thousand Blows’ Fact vs. Fiction: What Parts of the Hulu Series Are Based on History?

A closer look at the show’s character portrayals and how they compare with reality.

How well do you know 166 trivia quiz with Batman collage

How Well Do You Remember 1966?

Can you recall what life was like 60 years ago?

WASHINGTON, DC - JULY 18: The White House is seen on July 18, 2024 in Washington, DC. President Joe Biden tested positive for Covid-19 while traveling in Las Vegas for a series of events. He is quarantining in Delaware, according to the White House

The Bizarre Forgotten New Year’s Tradition Where Anyone Could Meet the President

It is unimaginable today, but the custom lasted for over 100 years.

Panoramic view of prize-winning floats parked among throngs of visitors, at the public showcase following the 1956 Tournament of Roses Parade, in Pasadena, California, 1956. From left to right, are the City of Burbank Page One float, the Lutheran Layman's League Bringing Christ To The Nations float, and the Occidental Life Insurance Company of California's Rose Royalty Revisited float

Who Was the First Grand Marshal of the Rose Parade?

The star-studded New Year’s Day parade started in 1890!

NEW YEAR'S ROCKIN' EVE 1980(aka DICK CLARK'S NEW YEAR'S ROCKIN' EVE), host Dick Clark, (1980), 1972-.

Who Performed at the First ‘Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve’?

The special first aired in 1972.

January 1958: French film star and sex-symbol Brigitte Bardot enjoys the London night life

Five Things You Never Knew About Brigitte Bardot

The star died on December 28, 2025, at the age of 91.

HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS, Grinch, Max, 1966.

The Surprising Origins of ‘How the Grinch Stole Christmas’

The beloved holiday villain began as something else entirely.

THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JOHNNY CARSON, Johnny Carson, 1962-1992. © NBC / Courtesy: Everett Collection

Who Was Banned From ‘The Tonight Show’? Surprising Names Revealed in Johnny Carson Book

A few of the names are a bit unexpected.

LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 31: Cabbage Patch Kids at the launch of Dream Toys 2012 at St Mary's Church on October 31, 2012 in London, England

6 Toys That ’80s Kids Had to Have For Christmas

How many of these were on your Christmas list?

BONANZA, Lorne Greene, 1959-73

The ‘Bonanza’ Cast’s Forgotten Christmas Album

The cast sang holiday classics, in character.

A CHRISTMAS STORY, from left, Paul Hubbard, Peter Billingsley, 1983, ©MGM/courtesy Everett Collection

‘A Christmas Story’: Hidden History & Small Details You Need to Know Before Your Next Rewatch

Warm up a glass of Ovaltine and enjoy these fun facts before your next rewatch.

What Was the First ‘A Christmas Carol’ Adaptation Ever?

It was released all the way back in 1901.

MAD MEN, Jon Hamm (center), 'Person To Person', (Season 7, ep. 714, aired May 17, 2015). photo: Justina Mintz / ©AMC / Courtesy: Everett Collection

‘Mad Men’ Watchers Guide: When Does Each Season Take Place

A season-by-season breakdown of the real events and historical milestones that shaped the world of Sterling Cooper.

Jenna Coleman and Tom Hughes in 'Victoria'

Will There Be a Season 4 of ‘Victoria’? Everything We Know So Far as the Series Hits Netflix Top 10

Will there ever be a conclusion to the Season 3 cliffhanger?

NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 28: The Barney balloon is carried past Macy's department store during the 76th annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade November 28, 2002 in New York City. There were a total of 13 giant character balloons in the parade. (Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images)

The Day That Barney Died: How the Macy’s Parade Balloon Disaster Changed the Rules Forever

Remember the time the beloved figure from children’s television was curb stomped to death on live TV? We sure do!

Santa Claus, star of annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade waves a greeting to spectators

Who Performed at the Very First Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade?

Instead of Broadway stars, the inaugural parade included grizzly bears.

Thanksgiving Pop Culture quiz with retro turkey graphic

Ultimate Trivia: Thanksgiving Day Pop Culture Quiz

There’s more to Thanksgiving than overdoing it with the candied yams … take our quiz and see how much you know about the holiday!

Popularity of cranberry sauce in a can

When Was Canned Cranberry Sauce Invented?

It is a very divisive Thanksgiving dish — but where did it come from?

Volunteers chop yams as they participate in the annual Everything But The Turkey, an event partners with DC Central Kitchen, to prepare Thanksgiving dishes for those in need November 25, 2013 at the DCJCC in Washington, DC. Hundreds of volunteers from the DC area gathered to help prepare more than 20,000 servings of holiday dishes, including yams, stuffing, coleslaw, green beans, and a bean salad, which will be distributed to 100 area social service agencies for Thanksgiving

Why Did Candied Yams Become a Thanksgiving Tradition?

And who decided to put marshmallows on top?

MASH, (aka M*A*S*H), from left: Mike Farrell, Loretta Swit, Jamie Farr, Gary Burghoff, William Christopher, Alan Alda, David Ogden Stiers, Harry Morgan, 1972-83

Classic Movies and Shows Airing on Veterans Day

MeTV, PBS, AMC and more present two full days of tributes to the armed services.

SANFORD AND SON, from left: LaWanda Page, Redd Foxx, 'The Engagement Man Always Rings Twice', (Season 5 | Episode 20, aired 20 February 1976), 1972-77.

The Untold Truth About Redd Foxx and LaWanda Page

The duo, famous for their on-screen rivalry, were actually lifelong friends.

Robert F.Kennedy, John F. Kennedy, Eunice Kennedy, Jean Ann Kennedy, Joseph P. Kennedy, Rose Kennedy, Patricia Kennedy, Kathleen Kennedy, Rosemary Kennedy, Joseph P.Kennedy Jr, 1931

‘Kennedy’ Family Drama Headed to Netflix: Everything We Know So Far

Michael Fassbender will play the family’s patriarch.

Marlon Brando and Christian Brando

The Tragic Story of Marlon Brando’s Son Christian

Do you remember his trial in the ’90s?

Ruby Dee Graphic

5 Things You Never Knew About Ruby Dee

Shemakes her debut on TCM’s Summer Under The Stars today.

FOOTLOOSE, Kevin Bacon, Lori Singer, 1984

The Cast of 1984’s ‘Footloose’ Then & Now

Kevin Bacon has an exciting project in the works!

Closeup of grunge American flag with Whitney Houston

All Stand For “The Star-Spangled Banner:” What Is the History Behind America’s National Anthem?

Learn the history of America’s national anthem.

The Dukes of Hazzard John Schneider, Catherine Bach, Tom Wopat, 1979-1985

Who Is Still Alive From ‘The Dukes of Hazzard’? (Plus, Who Is in Trouble With the Secret Service?!)

Find out which star was so invested in the show that they created a ‘Dukes of Hazzard’ museum.

Friday the 13th Composite image

Why Is Friday the 13th Considered So Unlucky?

Are you superstitious?