The Truth About Sidney Poitier's Knighthood
Sidney Poitier earned numerous honors during his long life -- he died at 94 -- including competitive and honorary Oscars. He was also Sir Sidney Poitier.
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Tragic Details About The Harry Potter Cast
Many cast members of the Harry Potter films could utilize their own tragic experiences to inform their film characters and performances.
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Here's How Many Kids Sidney Poitier Had
Poitier left not only a tremendous legacy as an actor, but he also brought several children into the world — all daughters.
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What Was Sidney Poitier's Net Worth When He Died?
Legendary, Oscar-winning actor Sidney Poitier -- actor, director, author -- worked long and hard to achieve his success. Those efforts were not without reward.
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The Heart-Wrenching Death Of Sidney Poitier
Legendary and ground-breaking actor Sidney Poitier has died at the age of 94.
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The Oscar Win That Changed Sidney Poitier's Career Forever
Sidney Poitier, one of the greatest actors of his generation, and the first Black actor to win the Academy Award for best actor, died on January 6, 2022.
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The Most Popular Winter Olympics Sport In The US May Surprise You
Name a sport, and someone, somewhere, will identify as a fan. Some athletic contests have more followers than others. Does that apply to the winter Olympics?
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The New Siegfried And Roy Tiger Attack Theories Explained
For decades, two of the biggest names in Las Vegas were those of Siegfried Fischbacher and Roy Horn, who performed professionally as "Siegfried and Roy."
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Little Known Facts About Acting Legend Sidney Poitier
When Sidney Poitier broke to the mainstream in the 1950s, he bought a new and proud image of African Americans and new dreams for the country.
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This Is How Much Black Sabbath Spent On Cocaine While Working On An Album
Just how much did Black Sabbath spend on cocaine while working on their 1972 album Vol. 4?
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The Surprising Connection Between Pink Floyd And The Beatles
After a bit of back and forth between the producers of both bands, Pink Floyd got to meet the Beatles. The chance meeting changed music history.
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The Death Of Leonard Cohen Explained
Leonard Cohen had a long and successful career as a singer-songwriter, penning such anthems as "Hallelujah." He died, age 82, in 2016, quietly.
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The One Fan Gift That Had Dolly Parton In Tears
Celebrity means fans, and some fans are more devoted than others, creating personal art about the object of their obsession. Just ask Dolly Parton.
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How Did Method Man Get His Nickname?
What's in a name? When it comes to stage names, quite a lot -- is it memorable? Easy to pronounce? Say something about the personality of the individual?
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The Meaning Behind The 2022 Winter Olympic Emblem
The emblem for the 2022 Winter Olympic Games in Beijing represents modern and ancient Chinese traditions.
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The Meaning Behind The 2022 Winter Olympic Medals
The 2022 Beijing medals are based on ancient Chinese jade pendants.
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The Meaning Behind The 2022 Winter Olympic Slogan
The 2022 Beijing Winter Olympic slogan, "Together for a Shared Future," promoted unity.
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Who Is The Beatles Song Two Of Us Really About?
"Two of Us," appeared on the final Beatles album, "Let it Be." It was written by Paul McCartney when he was out one day in the middle of nowhere.
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The 2014 Winter Olympics Russian Doping Scandal Explained
Steroids and the Olympics have reportedly been intertwined for decades. During the Sochi Olympics, the home country athletes were allegedly given steroids.
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Mixed Team Ski Jumping: Everything You Need To Know Before Watching
As the 2022 Winter Olympics approach, fans of the tournament can expect to see a couple of sports making their debut. One will be mixed team ski jumping.
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The Tragic Death Of Tom T. Hall Explained
The death of a beloved entertainer is a loss felt within their fan base. Country music singer/songwriter Tom T. Hall died at 85. The coroner's report is public.
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The Tragic Death Of Jamie Foxx's Sister
Jamie Foxx's sister DeOndra Dixon had Down Syndrome, and sadly passed away in October 2020. Here's what you may now know about Jamie Foxx's sister.
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This Is How Ice-T Got His Stage Name
The rapper and actor known as Ice-T came by his stage name organically. Here is the story of how the icon became known as Ice-T.
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Eddie Van Halen's Final Words Revealed
Eddie Van Halen, one of the greatest rock guitarists of all time, died on October 6, 2020. According to family, his last words were simple and profound.
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Why Lucille Ball And Desi Arnaz Lied On Their Marriage Certificate
Actors Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz, the stars of "I Love Lucy," were married in real life. But why did they lie on their marriage certificate?
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The Biggest Losers On Jeopardy!
A few Jeopardy! contestants have left the show with a negative balance well into the thousands, becoming the biggest losers to ever appear on the show.
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Why Lucille Ball Changed Her Name To Diane Belmont
Lucille Ball is one of Hollywood's most recognizable icons, but she once changed her name to Diane Belmont. Here's why the "I Love Lucy" star changed her name.
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