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American gospel and soul singer Al Green in concert, circa 1970

50 Years Ago, Singer Al Green Was Attacked in His Bathtub

What a tragic tale!
THE ADVENTURES OF RIN TIN TIN, James Brown, Lee Aaker, Rin-Tin-Tin, 1954-59.

Celebrate the 70th Anniversary ‘The Adventures of Rin Tin Tin’ (Photos)

Go behind the scenes with these adorable photos in honor of the shows anniversary.
White Christmas, Bing Crosby, 1954

The History Of ‘White Christmas’ & Fun Facts About the Film

The film was released in…October?!
HERE IS MY HEART, Bing Crosby, 1934

5 Things You Never Knew About Bing Crosby

Find out how he got his nickname & more!
Ethel Kennedy attends the 30th Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Awards Ceremony, in the Russell Senate Office Building on Capitol Hill, November 21, 2013 in Washington, DC. Ragia Omran, Egyptian human rights attorney and women's rights activist, was selected for the award in June out of a field of 111 nominees

Robert F. Kennedy’s Widow Ethel Kennedy Dies at 96

She suffered from a stroke last week.
1958: Actress and model Kitty Dolan poses next to a 1958 Ford Edsel Citation outside The Tropicana Hotel in 1958 in Las Vegas, Nevada

An Iconic Property on the Las Vegas Strip is About to Become Dust

Truly the end of the mob era.
POLTERGEIST, Zelda Rubinstein

‘Poltergeist’ Home Sold & Will Become an Airbnb

One day you could get a chance to stay and see if the horror is real.
Portrait of American author Edgar Allan Poe (1809 - 1849) against a green background and under an embossed presentation of his last name, probably taken from a cigar box, 1900.

The Mysterious Death of Poet Edgar Allan Poe

This was the last time the master of macabre was seen alive since his death 175 years ago on Oct. 7, 1849.
Good Times Ralph Carter, Jimmie Walker, Esther Rolle, BernNadette Stanis, 1974-1979

Who Is Still Alive From the TV Show ‘Good Times?’

Many of the stars gave up on acting after the ’70s series ended.
U.S. president Jimmy Carter smiling at a podium in front of an American flag, 1970s

Jimmy Carter Becomes First U.S. President to Turn 100

A very special day!
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AXS TV Shares October Schedule for ‘Rock Legends’ Series

If you’re a rock music fan, you don’t want to miss these new episodes.
THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JOHNNY CARSON, Johnny Carson, 1960s. 1962-92

Who All Hosted ‘The Tonight Show’? The Long History of the Beloved Nighttime Talk Show

It premiered today, 70 years ago!
JONNY QUEST, Bandit the dog, Hadji, Jonny Quest, 1964-1997

5 Fun Facts About Hanna-Barbera’s Short Lived ‘Jonny Quest’ Cartoon You May Have Forgotten

The character Race Bannon’s looks were based on a famous ’50s star.
ADDAMS FAMILY, [standing] John Astin, Jackie Coogan, Ted Cassidy, Blossom Rock, (aka Marie Blake), [sitting] Lisa Loring, Carolyn Jones, Ken Weatherwax, 1964-1966

13 Creepy & Kooky Facts About ‘The Addams Family’

They’re creepy and they’re kooky, mysterious and spooky, they’re all together ooky and they are celebrating 60 years on TV!
OF CASH AND HASH, Moe Howard, Shemp Howard, Larry Fine [The Three Stooges], 1955

Nyuk, Nyuk, Nyuk! The Three Stooges’ Shemp Howard Has a New Biography Out Soon

Learn more about his life, career and untimely death.

Dimes in front of the White House collage

Why Did People Send Truck Loads of Dimes to the White House?

Fun Fact: it is how the March of Dimes foundation started.
Jan Murray (L) sits alongside Rat Pack members Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., and Frank Sinatra as the group unwinds backstage at Carnegie Hall after entertaining at a benefit performance in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

How Did the Rat Pack Meet?

A different American icon led the Rat Pack before Sinatra.
Comedian Jerry Lewis kicks off the 39th Annual Jerry Lewis MDA Labor Day Telethon at CBS Television City on September 5, 2004 in Los Angeles, California

History of the Jerry Lewis Telethon for the National Muscular Dystrophy Association

Jerry Lewis hosted this telethon for decades.

Gene Wilder house collage

Gene Wilder’s Former Home Is for Sale With Ties to His Nephew & Elon Musk

This home has some interesting history.
AI Jesus

Which TV or Movie Version of Jesus Looks Closest to New AI Image of Christ?

Let us know your thoughts.
Headshot of American entrepreneur, Joyce C. Hall (1891-1982), who was the president and founder of Hallmark cards, circa 1960s. with cards collage

Who Started Hallmark – The Greeting Cards and Network?

Learn the history of the Hall family. Plus you’ll never believe what else they own!
Former National Enquirer editor Iain Calder was on staff when the tabloid ran this cover story on Elvis' funeral. The picture of The King in his casket is still one of the most famous and notorious in photographic history. He's just written

Elvis in His Coffin: How ‘National Enquirer’ Pulled Off Its Biggest Scoop of All Time

It was the last picture, and an army of editors, staff reporters and freelancers were charged with what seemed like an impossible task.
THE WIZARD OF OZ, Marquee of a theater, late 1940s

Where Did ‘Wizard of Oz’ Actually Premiere in the Summer of 1939?

The beloved classic turns 85 this year.
1967 Wire Photo Soviet Premier Joseph Stalin daughter Svetlana Alliluyeva in NYC

Tales of the Bizarre: Whatever Happened to Stalin’s Daughter, the Cold War’s Most Famous Defector?

Pop culture history lesson on Stalin’s daughter Svetlana, better known in America as author Svetlana Alliluyeva, or, later, as Lana Peters.
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Smokey Bear Still Wants You to Prevent Forest Fires for His 80th Birthday

There was a real bear cub that was named Smokey.
American rock singer Elvis Presley (1935 - 1977) serenades a basset hound in a top hat with the song, 'Hound Dog' on the set of 'The Steve Allen Show,' July 1956.

What’s the TRUE Story Behind Elvis’ Biggest Hits?

A French ballad, a female blues singer and a crime spree all inspired hits by the King.
NATIONAL LAMPOON'S ANIMAL HOUSE, (aka ANIMAL HOUSE), US poster art, center: John Belushi, 1978.

‘Animal House’ Cast: Who Is Still Alive & Where Are They Now?

It has been over 45 years since we first saw those crazy frat boys!
All in the Family Carroll O'Connor, 1971-1983

8 Interesting Facts About ‘All in the Family’ Star Carroll O’Connor

It would have been his 100th birthday today!
The Greatest Show on Earth James Stewart, Emmett Kelly, 1952

Richard Nixon Proclaimed National Clown Week in 1971, Plus the Best Not So Scary Clowns in Pop Culture

Clown Week starts now.
Gymnastics: 1984 Summer Olympics: USA Mary Lou Retton in action on balance beam during Women's All-Around Team competition at Pauley Pavilion. Los Angeles, CA 8/1/1984

Simone Biles Is the Olympic Gymnast Queen Now, But Remember Mary Lou Retton in 1984?

She is an important part of American gymnast history.