Lies About Davy Crockett You Always Believed
American folk here Davy Crockett skyrocketed to fame after Walt Disney's three-part serial for "Disneyland." Today, many myths and lies surround his story.
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Ancient History (2)
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Lies About Hades And Persephone You Always Believed
The ancient Greek myth of Hades and Persephone has remained a well-known tale that's problematic through the modern lens. Here's what the story really meant.
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What It Was Like The Day Julius Caesar Died
On March 15, 44 B.C., a group of Roman senators conspired to assassinate Julius Caesar, altering the course of history. Here's what that morning was like.
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Animals (1)
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Strangest Things Found In Animals' Stomachs
Wild animals have also been found with bizarre things in their bellies.
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Arrests (1)
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Do You Have To Roll Your Car Windows Down For Police During A Traffic Stop? It's Complicated
Tyreek Hill's viral arrest begged the question, do you have to roll your car windows down for police during a traffic stop? Here's what an attorney told us.
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Assassinations (4)
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Details From The First Donald Trump Assassination Attempt Hearing That Don't Make Sense
The task force probing the Donald Trump assassination attempt held its first hearing on September 26, 2024. Here are some details that don't make sense.
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The Disturbing Details Of Would-Be Donald Trump Assassin Ryan Routh's Letter
More disturbing details are coming out about would-be Donald Trump assassin Ryan Routh. A letter he wrote to "the world" incites others to fulfill his mission.
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Alleged Would-Be Donald Trump Assassin Identified And Details Are Spilling Out
Alleged would-be Donald Trump assassin identified as Ryan Routh, a man who once voted for Trump but later went to volunteer to help in Ukraine.
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The Second Apparent Assassination Attempt On Donald Trump Just Doesn't Make Sense
In September 2024, there was a second apparent assassination attempt on Donald Trump, just two months after the last. Here's why it doesn't make sense.
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Classic Rock (2)
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Stars Who Can't Stand Carlos Santana
Carlos Santana is one of the most respected guitarists in rock 'n' roll history, but there's a handful of celebrities who just can't stand him.
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Rock Stars Who Were Really Weird People
When it comes to rock stars, eccentricities are par for the course. But some have hobbies, habits, and qualities that are downright strange.
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Climate (1)
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The Big Reason Why Chicago Electrifies This Body Of Water
The city of Chicago electrifies one of its bodies of water for a very important reason. One that involves years of history and animal science.
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Cold War (1)
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The USS Thresher's Sinking Was Worse Than You Thought
In 1963 the United States sent its first nuclear submarine, the USS Thresher, to sea with 129 people on board. The same day it left port, the vessel imploded.
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Conspiracy Theories (1)
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The Strangest Theories About Bruce Lee's Death
Bruce Lee died over 50 years ago at just 32 years old. Since then, many theories have swirled around his death. Here are some of the strangest.
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Country Music (1)
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Jelly Roll's Relationship With His Kids Explained
Rapper-turned-country singer Jelly Roll has had quite a life, with as much tragedy as success. Here's what his relationship with his kids is like.
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Crime (5)
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The Truth About The Menendez Brothers' Sad Childhood
What began as a home invasion case in 1989 quickly became an investigation into Lyle Menendez and his 18-year-old brother, Erik.
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Every President Who Survived Multiple Assassination Plots
While assassination attempts against United States presidents are definitely not an everyday occurrence, they do happen more regularly than you might think.
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What Happened To The Bodies At The Battle Of Berlin?
The Battle of Berlin was the final nail in the coffin for Adolf Hitler and his Nazi government. Here's what happened to the bodies after the deadly battle.
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The Disturbing True Story Of The Girl Who Saw Herself In A 'Missing Person' Milk Carton Photo
Years ago, sometime in the 1980s, a girl saw herself in a "missing person" milk carton photo. A disturbing turn of events would follow. Here's what happened.
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How Likely Is It That Scott Peterson Could Be Found Innocent Decades Later?
Scott Peterson was convicted of killing his wife, Laci Peterson, in 2004 due to largely circumstantial evidence. Could he be found innocent decades later?
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Cults (1)
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The Deadliest Cults To Ever Exist
Cults are a source of fascination for many outsiders, but some of these communal groups turn deadly. These are the deadliest cults to ever exist.
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Dictators (1)
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Here's When Hitler Knew He Would Lose World War II
Germany didn't lose World War II suddenly. The loss came slowly due to his poor choices and a lack of resources. Here's when Hitler likely knew he was losing.
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Entertainment (20)
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Sitcom Stars Who Got Locked Up
It's easy to put celebrities on a pedestal, but they're human like the rest of us. Some have even gone to prison. Here are the sitcom stars who've served time.
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The Transformation Of Dog The Bounty Hunter Explained
Dog the Bounty Hunter has led a life as unique as his persona. From street thug to celebrity bounty hunter, Duane Chapman's transformation was pretty rough.
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Harry Potter And Downton Abbey Actress Maggie Smith Dead At 89
British icon and star of stage and screen, Dame Maggie Smith, tragically died on September 27, 2024. She was 89 years old.
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What Erik Really Thinks Of Netflix's Monsters: The Lyle And Erik Menendez Story
Netflix's "Monsters: The Lyle And Erik Menendez Story" took liberties in their dramatization of the sensational case. Here's what Erik Mendendez thinks of it.
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Weird Things You Didn't Know About Mike Rowe
For years, Mike Rowe has been getting his hands dirty for TV and has endeared himself to millions. Yet behind the affable smile are a few weird facts.
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SNL Cast Members Who Couldn't Stand Their Co-Stars
"Saturday Night Live" has given rise to colossal comedic talents -- with egos to match. Here are some cast rivalries that rocked the show over the years.
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TV Stars Who Died In 2024 And No One Noticed
The death of a famous TV star may grab headlines, but TV has birthed many minor celebrity actors who die without fanfare. Here are some that died in 2024.
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Stars Who Can't Stand Bill Murray
Over his long career, actor Bill Murray shot from "Saturday Night Live" into acclaim and fame. He's also made quite a few enemies along the way.
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Prince's Guitar Solo That Might Have Been Revenge Against Rolling Stone
Prince's legendary guitar solo during an all-star tribute to George Harrison might have been revenge against Rolling Stone magazine. Here's why.
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The Strange Detail You May Not Know About Jelly Roll And Bunnie XO's Marriage
Jelly Roll and Bunnie XO' got married back in 2016 after meeting a year earlier. And there's one strange detail you may not know about their union.
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Here's How Bob Ross Found His Calling To Be A Painter
Before Bob Ross brought painting lessons to the masses, he spent 20 years in the Air Force. Here's how he found his calling to be an artist.
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The Biggest Celebrity Snubs From The Primetime Emmy Awards 2024 In Memoriam Tribute
The Primetime Emmy Awards 2024 in memoriam segment paid tribute to the stars who died since the last ceremony in January. Here's who got snubbed.
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What Jelly Roll's Life In Prison Was Really Like
American rapper and singer Jelly Roll had quite a rough life before rising to fame in the music world. Here's what his time was like behind bars.
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How James Earl Jones Became The Voice Of Darth Vader
While James Earl Jones was the person behind Darth Vader's voice, he did't physically play the "Star Wars" villain. Here's how he ended up in the iconic role.
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Legendary Star Wars, Lion King Actor James Earl Jones Dead At 93
James Earl Jones, venerable actor and legendary on-screen voice, has died at the age of 93.
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Stars Who Can't Stand Adam Sandler
Celebrity funnyman Adam Sandler may be one of Hollywood's most famous comedians and movie actors, but there are a few stars that just can't stand him.
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Why Quentin Tarantino Can't Stand Bruce Lee
Legendary martial artist Bruce Lee is respected to this day for bringing the fighting style to Western audiences. But Quentin Tarantino can't stand him.
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Stars Who Are Absolute Terrors To Interview
The celebrities on this list have stormed out of interviews, verbally abused journalists, and even made reporters rethink their career choices.
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Ryan Reynolds' Feud With Hugh Jackman Explained
Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman have been taking very public jabs at each other for years. Here's the story about their hilarious long-running feud.
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What Happened To Prince's Body After He Died?
Legendary singer and musician Prince died on April 21, 2016 at the age of 57 of an accidental drug overdose. Here's what happened to his body after he died.
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Hard Rock (4)
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The Truth About Dave Navarro And Perry Farrell's Relationship
Dave Navarro and Perry Farrell make up half of Jane's Addiction, and like the band, the pair have had a rocky history. Here's the true story.
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The Tragedy Of Linkin Park Explained
The members of Linkin Park have dealt with numerous challenges and hardships throughout their lives, both before and during their tenures with the band.
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Stars Who Can't Stand Joan Jett
Over her decades in the music industry, Joan Jett has amassed a legion of fans and admirers. Not everyone is enamored with the Runaways co-founder, though.
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The Dark Reality Of Slipknot
Peel back the carefully crafted veneer of darkness and depravity that defines Slipknot and you get -- well, some genuine darkness and depravity.
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Hip-Hop (1)
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Rappers Who Died In Bizarre Ways
Like any other genre, rap has lost luminaries, rising stars, and hopefuls to some unexpected causes, from rare illnesses to shocking murders.
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History (2)
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The Biggest Mistakes That Cost Hitler World War II
Adolf Hitler's reign of terror came to an end on April 30, 1945, when he died in a bunker in Berlin. Here are the biggest mistakes that cost him World War II.
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Hitler's Disturbing Downward Spiral Explained
The rise of Adolf Hitler Hitler ran parallel to a disturbing downward spiral that ended with one of the worst genocides in human history. Here's the story.
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Messed-Up History (2)
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Tragic Details Found In The Bayesian Yacht Disaster Autopsies
The Bayesian yacht disaster took the lives of seven people after a freak weather incident sank the boat in just 12 minutes. Here's what the autopsies show.
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Secrets That Vladimir Putin Tried To Hide
Former KGB agent and current Russian President Vladimir Putin has had plenty of shadowy dealings over the years. Here are some secrets he tried to hide.
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Murders (3)
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Who Is Judalon Smyth From Netflix's Monsters: The Lyle And Erik Menendez Story?
Judalon Smyth was a key witness from the Menendez brothers trial. She initially was a help for the prosecution, but switched sides to testify for the defense.
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Will The Menendez Brothers Ever Get Out Of Prison?
Lyle and Erik Menendez were sentenced to life in prison for murdering their parents. Some are calling for their release, but will the brothers ever get out?
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The Bizarre True Story Of The Heist After Muhammad Ali's Comeback Fight
Muhammad Ali's legendary comeback fight on October 26, 1970, was followed by a bizarre crime that lives in the history books. Here's what happened.
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Music (7)
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Legendary Singer-Songwriter Kris Kristofferson Dead At 88
Kris Kristofferson, gifted songwriter, poet, and actor, tragically died on September 28, 2024 (via People). He was 88 years old.
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Here's How KISS Really Got Their Band Name
The band KISS is easily recognizable worldwide by both their aesthetic and their simple name -- and it was all by design. Here's how they came up with it.
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The Nastiest Band Fights That Happened Right In Front Of Fans
Sometimes bands turn a live show into an impromptu Jerry Springer musical. Here are some of the nastiest band fights that happened in front of fans.
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The Hidden Truth Of Linkin Park's New Lead Singer, Emily Armstrong
Linkin Park returned from hiatus and debuted with their new lead singer, Emily Armstrong, in 2024. Here's the hidden truth of the Dead Sara co-founder.
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What Carlos Santana's Former Bandmates Have Said About Him
Carlos Santana and his eponymous band have been pushing musical boundaries since the '60s. Over the decades, many former bandmates have had words for Santana.
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Stars Who Can't Stand Oasis
Liam and Noel Gallagher of Oasis occasionally took breaks from feuding with each other to feud with practically everyone else in the music industry.
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Here's Who Inherited Chester Bennington's Money After He Died
Who ended up inheriting Linkin Park singer Chester Bennington's fortune, and what did his loved ones receive per the terms of his will and other documents?
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Old Hollywood (1)
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What Happened To Steve Irwin's Body?
Australian zookeeper and television personality Steve Irwin died in 2006, and his country deeply mourned his passing. Here's what happened to his body.
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Politics (1)
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Something Seemed Off About Donald Trump During His Debate With Kamala Harris
Presidential hopefuls Donald Trump and Kamala Harris squared off on September 10, 2024, and some people thought something was off with the former head of state.
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Presidents (2)
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Things About The Kennedy Family That Don't Make Sense
The Kennedy family is the closest the American people have to a royal family, but for decades, they have behaved and been part of events that don't make sense.
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Secrets The Kennedy Family Tried To Hide
The Kennedys may be the closest the U.S. has to a royal family. During the 20th century and beyond, they have kept many family secrets hidden from the public.
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Religion (5)
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Things About The Bible's Book Of Revelation That Don't Make Sense
The Bible's Book of Revelation is where the fate of humanity is laid out, but it leaves a lot to interpretation. Here are things that don't make sense.
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The Most Disturbing Demons Jesus Confronted In The Bible
In the Bible there are several mentions of Jesus intervening in alleged demonic possessions. Here are some of the ways he handled the confrontations.
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The Biggest Unsolved Mysteries About Heaven In The Bible
The idea of a Christian heaven is something many cling to in the hopes there is an afterlife, but there are many unsolved mysteries about Heaven in the Bible.
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The Biggest Unsolved Mysteries About Hell In The Bible
What exactly is hell? Is it a place? A state of being? The answer isn't too clear. Here are the biggest unsolved mysteries about hell in the Bible.
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Details That Don't Make Sense About The Devil In The Bible
In popular culture through the ages, the devil has received a lot of attention, but there are many details that don't make sense about Satan in the Bible.
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Royals (1)
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Royals Who Died In Bizarre Ways
Life as a royal can be complicated, but death isn't always a simpler affair. These are some of history's most unusual and downright bizarre royal deaths.
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Scandals (1)
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Celebrities Who Had Secret Kids
Raising a family as a celebrity can be difficult to keep out of the public eye, but more than a few famous stars have managed to secretly have kids.
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Science (1)
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The Doritos Ingredient That Turns Mouse Skin Transparent
We don't always know what's in the processed foods we eat, but it's unlikely anyone suspected Doritos contain an ingredient that turns mouse skin transparent.
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Tragic Real-Life Stories (18)
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The Tragedy Of Kris Kristofferson Explained
Retired actor and country musician Kris Kristofferson has had quite the life, with many ups and downs. Here's the tragedy that he has experienced.
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Actor Deaths That Don't Make Sense
The death of a famous actor is tragic enough, but when that celebrity death simply doesn't make sense, it can be all the more shocking and unnatural to us.
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The Tragedy Of Helen Hunt Explained
One of Hollywood's most accomplished actors, the real-life tragedy behind Helen Hunt's journey to celebrity stardom and beyond takes a bit of explaining.
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The Tragedy Of Foo Fighters' Taylor Hawkins Explained
In 2022, Foo Fighters' drummer Taylor Hawkins' tragic death shocked rock music fans across the globe. From obscurity to fame, Hawkins' life was no easy ride.
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The Tragedy Of Dudley Moore's Life And Death Explained
From humble beginnings in East London, British comedian Dudley Moore rose to Hollywood fame in the 1980s. From birth to death, his life was beset by tragedy.
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The Tragedy Of ZZ Top Explained
ZZ Top was one of the most iconic rock bands to achieve success in the '70s and '80s. Here's the tragic story behind the beards and guitars explained.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Jane's Addiction
Going back to their formative years, the members of Jane's Addiction have been deeply affected by health issues, domestic violence, and personal tragedy,
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The Tragedy Of Adam Sandler Explained
One of Hollywood's most famous comedians and actors, funnyman Adam Sandler has endured tragic loss, pain, and vicious criticism to become a household name.
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The Tragedy Of Falling In Reverse Explained
Formed while its front man was in prison, rock band Falling In Reverse is no stranger to tragedy, ranging from family deaths to pyrotechnic accidents.
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The Tragedy Of Child Star Judith Barsi Explained
Judith Barsi was a child star in the 1980s who had acted in several TV shows and movies before she was tragically killed by her father in a murder suicide.
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The Most Tragic Autopsy Results From Stars Of The 2010s
When stars die, questions often remain, and the biggest is often the same: "How did it happen?" Here are the saddest autopsy results from stars of the 2010s.
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The Tragedy Of James Earl Jones Explained
Actor James Earl Jones played many iconic film roles, most notably the voice of Darth Vader. And just like that famous character, his life was full of tragedy.
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The Tragedy Of Hugh Jackman Explained
Best known for playing Marvel's Wolverine, Australian X-Men superstar Hugh Jackman has experienced more than his fair share of tragedies in his off-screen life.
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One-Hit Wonder Child Stars You Didn't Know Died
You might be surprised to learn that these one-time child stars, forever identified with the roles that made them famous, have passed away.
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Rich Homie Quan's Final Instagram Post Is Heartbreaking Now
Atlanta, Georgia rapper Rich Homie Quan died on September 5, 2024, at just 33 years old. He made a heartbreaking final Instagram post days before his death.
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Things We Only Learned About Heath Ledger After He Died
Actor Heath Ledger's tragic death in 2008 shocked Hollywood and the world alike. Afterward, even more details emerged about how much of a stand-up guy he was.
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Child Stars Who Died In Absolutely Bizarre Ways
Some actors made it to Hollywood early in life, becoming beloved characters in iconic roles. But a few of those child stars met their end in tragic ways.
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The Most Tragic Deaths Of '70s Sitcom Stars
Many actors became household names due to their roles in '70s sitcoms. But while their beloved characters may be immortalized, some actors have tragically died.
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Unsolved Mysteries (2)
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Things About Jimmy Hoffa's Disappearance That Don't Make Sense
Labor union leader Jimmy Hoffa disappeared without a trace in 1971 and has been missing ever since. These things about his disappearance don't make sense.
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Open Questions About The Apalachee High School Shooting That We Need Answered
A 14-year-old student opened fire at Apalachee High School on September 4, 2024. The suspect is Colt Gray, and there are many open questions about the shooting.
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Vietnam (1)
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Why The Vietnam War Was Worse Than You Thought
War is hell, and the Vietnam War was truly a meat grinder for soldiers and civilians alike. But as bad as you might think it was, in reality, it was far worse.
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Wars (1)
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Odd Rules SEAL Team Six Has To Follow
The special operations unit SEAL Team Six may be cloaked in secrecy, myth, and legend, but even they have a few odd rules their members must abide by.
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Weird (2)
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Weird Rules Powerball Winners Have To Follow
In the admittedly unlikely event that you find yourself in possession of a winning Powerball ticket, here are some weird rules you should keep in mind.
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Weird Rules British Military Guards Must Follow
The British royal military guards are not just unflinching mannequins for fuzzy hats. They have a list of weird and difficult rules to follow while on duty.
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World War 2 (4)
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Is This What The World Would Look Like If Hitler Had Developed The Atomic Bomb First?
Hitler's ambitions of European domination ended with defeat in 1945, before the U.S. used atomic bombs on Japan. But what if Hitler had won the nuclear race?
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Ways Hitler Could Have Won World War II
In hindsight, it's easy to see where Adolf Hitler's war strategies went wrong and caused the Nazis to lose, but here's how he could have won World War II.
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The Big Reasons Why Hitler Couldn't Defeat The Soviet Union
Adolf Hitler was pretty successful early on with the invasions that set WWII in motion, but here are the big reasons why he couldn't defeat the Soviet Union.
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Here's What Hitler Really Thought Of The Other Axis Power Leaders During World War II
Adolf Hitler met with with many world leaders during World War II in efforts to make alliances. Here's what he really thought of the other Axis power leaders.
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