What Was The Very First NFL Draft Like?
Here's how things were like during the very first NFL draft in 1936 -- a much simpler event than the draft we know today.
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How The Rolling Stones Got Their Name
The Rolling Stones are an iconic band whose career has spanned six decades. With such a memorable name, it's surprising how the name was arrived upon.
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Why The First Player Selected In An NFL Draft Never Played Football
The NFL draft is an annual event where the best college players are poised fr football glory. But, here's why the first player ever drafted never played a down.
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What Happened To Jeff Buckley's Unreleased Music After He Died?
Jeff Buckle was one of the most enigmatic performers of the 1990s. After his untimely death in 1997, a battle ensued over the release of other records.
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The Unusual Story Of How Steven Tyler And Paul McCartney Met
They always say you should never actually meet your heroes. The evidence suggests, however, that's not always true. Just ask Aerosmith's Steven Tyler.
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Why AC/DC Was An Important Band To Eddie Van Halen
It's always heartening when one massively successful artist can honestly express appreciation and admiration for someone else creating in the same field.
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The Tragic Death Of Outspoken Russian Model Gretta Vedler
Gretta Vedler was a Russian model, counselor, and social media figure who routinely called Vladimir Putin to account. And then she disappeared.
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Alanis Morisette's First Album Wasn't What You Think
Alanis Morissette shot to stardom with her 1995 album "Jagged Little Pill." But this hit factory was not her first album and came with quite the image change.
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Things Outlander Gets Right And Wrong About History
Outlander might be a guilty pleasure, owing to its stance on historical accuracy. These are the things Outlander gets right and wrong about history.
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Frank Sinatra's Hidden Talent Might Surprise You
Frank Sinatra sold millions of recordings over the course of his career, and picked up an acting Oscar as well. The Rat Pack stalwart had yet another talent.
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Here's Who Inherited Kirk Douglas' Money After He Died
Kirk Douglas had a long and successful career in Hollywood, both in front of and behind the cameras. Over 100 when he died, his bequests reflected his heart.
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The Tragic Story Of The 1955 Le Mans Racing Disaster
Many sports have aspects of danger built in, with the possibility of serious injury or even death ever close. This is especially, brutally true of motorsports.
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How Is The NFL Draft Order Determined?
The dream for all NFL fans is to see their team hoisting the Lombardi Trophy following a Super Bowl victory. So how is the draft order determined?
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The Story Behind Moe's Surprising Childhood Haircut From The Three Stooges
Though you could argue that their movies are childish (or child-like), the Three Stooges were once children themselves, contending with parents and other kids.
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The Origin Of The Rubber Band
There are items that are such a part of daily life, at home and at work, that it feels like they've been around -- so to speak -- forever, like rubber bands.
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The Truth About James Brown's Relationship With Tomi Rae Hynie
On the stage, there might not have been a greater performer than James Brown. However, Brown's impact went far beyond just concerts and albums.
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Omar Sharif's Grandson Looks Just Like The Famous Actor
Omar Sharif was a breakout star after his stunning work in "Lawrence of Arabia." His grandson, Omar Sharif Jr., is continuing in the family business.
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The Gripping Story Behind The Jaws Theme Song
The "Jaws" theme is one of the most iconic film motifs in history. But, when John Williams pitched it to director Steven Spielberg, it wasn't well received.
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Bob Dylan Has Another Career That Might Surprise You
Singer/songwriter Bob Dylan is viewed as the voice of his generation, the social commentary emerging from the folk music scene of the 1960s. But there's more.
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The Truth About Greta Garbo's Impressive Art Collection
Greta Garbo was famed for her talent on film, and for being notably reclusive. It turns out she was a serious -- and informed -- art collector as well.
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The Strange Place Where Angus Young Wrote Highway To Hell
"Highway to Hell" is an iconic AC/DC song that has rocked the ages. If it hadn't been for this moment of inspiration, that road may never have been paved.
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Who Are Phil Collins' Children?
Phil Collins will go down in history as one of the greatest, if not the greatest, drummers in all of rock 'n' roll history. So who are his children?
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Which College Teams Have The Most No. 1 NFL Draft Picks Of All Time?
These schools had the most No. 1 overall selections in the 86-year history of the NFL Draft.
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What Is Allegedly The World's Most Haunted Theater?
Theater folk have their share of superstitions -- don't say "Macbeth" in a theater, don't wish someone "good luck." Add to that the possibility of ghosts.
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What We Know About Liza Minnelli's Husbands
Liza Minnelli is often identified as descended from Hollywood royalty, an EGOT winner, known for a personal life as dramatic as her professional achievements.
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How Ferrari Became A Car Manufacturer
Numerous models and brands of automobiles have become standouts over the years -- Rolls-Royce, DeLorean, the Model T. But few spark a response like a Ferrari.
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William Castle: The P.T. Barnum Of Horror Films
Notable for his B-horror movies, William Castle was also well known for his gimmicks. This is the story of William Castle: The P.T. Barnum of horror films.
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