The True Story Behind The Mobster Who Inspired The Sopranos
Tony Soprano of "The Sopranos" fame was based on a gangster named Vincent "Vinny Ocean" Palermo, a crime boss for the DeCavalcante family.
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Tragic Details About The Cast Of Grease
"Grease" has led a charmed existence in pop culture, but it was hardly guaranteed a long and happy legacy. Here are some tragic details about the cast.
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Bobby And Brett Hull: The NHL's Record-Shattering Father And Son Duo
Sometimes in sports, family is more than just a legacy, but also records made. For Bobby and Brett Hull, the father-son duo made several records for the NHL.
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The Tragic Death Of Luther Vandross
Luther Vandross' explosive comeback in the early 2000s was tragically cut short when he died in 2005 at just 54 years old — a shock to fans worldwide.
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How Mariska Hargitay Dealt With The Tragic Death Of Her Mother, Jayne Mansfield
34-year-old Jayne Mansfield, her driver, and her boyfriend, died when their car slammed into the back of a semi-truck on their way to New Orleans.
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How Thanksgiving Turkey Trots Became So Popular
Working up an appetite at your area's local turkey trot and then treating yourself to a second serving of mashed potatoes at the Thanksgiving table? We get it.
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The Amish Love This Surprising Pastime
While their options may be limited from a modern perspective, the Amish do have outlets for entertainment and recreation, one being notably most prominent.
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The Sad 2005 Death Of Basketball's First Superstar, George Mikan
Today the debate still rages: is Michael Jordan or LeBron James the greatest of all time? In the late 1940s and early '50s, there was little argument.
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The Creepy Tale Of The Omen Curse Will Leave You With Chills
Released in 1976, "The Omen" centers on an American diplomat (played by Gregory Peck) who believes his adoptive son, Damien, might be the antichrist.
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The Tragic True Story Behind The Purple Heart Battalion
World War II was one of the most traumatic events in modern world history. Here's the tragic true story behind the United States' Purple Heart Battalion.
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Fans Are Fuming About The Coin Toss At The Super Bowl
Before Super Bowl LVI kicked off between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Los Angeles Rams, tennis star Billie Jean King performed the ceremonial coin toss.
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How Louis Armstrong's Lips Were Affected By His Playing Style
Jazz pioneer Louis Armstrong gave it all in every performance of his career, which had a particularly gruesome effect on his lips.
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The Feud Between Two States And The Wright Brothers' First Flight Explained
North Carolina and Ohio, for their parts, each consider their state to be the "First in Flight" for adjacent but different reasons. Here's the story.
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Dark Secrets Of The Flower Industry Revealed
Walk into any convenience, gas, or grocery store, and you'll be greeted by a gorgeous array of cut flowers. But this industry has some dark secrets.
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The Unexpected Biblical Explanation Behind Avenged Sevenfold's Name
Avenged Sevenfold is a popular metal band, whose name comes from the Bible. This is the biblical explanation behind the band's name.
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Why George Harrison's Time With The Beatles Left Him 'Full Of Anger'
George Harrison, one of The Beatles, wasn't always happy with his time with the band. Here's why his time with The Beatles left him 'full of anger.'
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Who Was The First Musician To Be Knighted By Queen Elizabeth II?
Many people were given honors throughout the reign of Queen Elizabeth II, including knighthood. Here is the first musician in which the late queen knighted.
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Near-Death Stories From Celebrities Who Survived Plane Crashes
We know that air travel comes with inherent risks. These celebrities had scary, sometimes terrifying experiences in the air and walked away to tell the tale.
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The Tragic Truth About The Original Wednesday From The Addams Family
In the 1960s, a precocious young girl named Lisa Loring got the job of Wednesday Addams on "The Addams Family," and only appeared on the show for two years.
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The Epic Story Behind Townes Van Zandt's Song Pancho And Lefty
The epic story behind Townes Van Zandt's song "Pancho and Lefty," a song made popular by Willie Nelson and Merle Haggard.
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The Most Famous Groupies Of Classic Rock
Who were the women who devoted their lives to sex, drugs, and rock 'n' roll? Here are some of the most famous groupies of classic rock.
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Details About Peter Sellers' Troubled Relationship With His Son Michael
Celebrated actor Peter Sellers had a troubled relationship with his son, Michael Sellers, which Michael detailed in his personal memoir.
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What John Lennon's Relationship With His Sisters Was Really Like
Before John Lennon was a world-famous rockstar, he was just like any other older brother in his Liverpool neighborhood. So says his half-sister, Julia Baird.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Diana Ross
Diana Ross has had a spectacular career and was a force to be reckoned with. Here is the tragic real-life story of Diana Ross.
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Tiger Woods And Serena Williams' Mirrored Lives Produced A Close Friendship
In the case of Serena Williams and Tiger Woods, it was mutual admiration and similar life experiences that led the two into a close friendship.
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Why Anthony Kiedis Didn't Like The Red Hot Chili Peppers Opening Up For The Rolling Stones
The Red Hot Chili Peppers once opened for The Rolling Stones, and the Peppers' lead singer Anthony Kiedis didn't like it. here's why.
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The Heated 'Ink Master: Redemption' Moment Caused By An Infamous Season 5 Tattoo
One moment on "Ink Master: Redemption" got pretty heated when one returning client confronted his tattoo artist over a tattoo he didn't like.
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