Louise Tobin (1918–2022), singer who helped discover Frank Sinatra

Louise Tobin was a big band singer who helped get his first big break with her husband’s band.

Else Blangsted (1920–2020), acclaimed movie music editor

Else Blangsted was an acclaimed movie music editor known as the “Queen of Music Editors.” She fled from Germany to the United States to escape Nazi Germany.  

Jesse Owens

Jesse Owens was one of the greatest track stars—and one of the most beloved Olympians—of all time. In a year when hate threatened to overshadow the Olympic Games being held in Nazi Germany, Owens delighted the free world by winning four gold medals and destroying Adolf Hitler's notion that his Aryan athletes were superior to black competitors. The photos taken of Owens at those 1936 games, and in the years before and after, depict an amazing athlete who has inspired generations of people of all races. In honor of Owens, we present a photo celebration of his life and legacy.

Holocaust Survivors Tell Their Stories

This International Holocaust Memorial Day, January 27, 2020, marks 75 years since those held prisoner in the Auschwitz concentration camp were liberated. The , who emerged from a nightmare and managed to put together the pieces of a new life, have grown to old age in the 21st century. Those with the most vivid memories, who were adults during World War II, are mostly gone, and those few who are left are in the last years of their lives. Many, as they leave this life, take one last chance to tell their stories — via their obituaries.

Werner Doehner (1929–2019), last survivor of the Hindenburg disaster

He was 8 years old when the Hindenburg crashed in 1937.

Norma Miller (1919–2019), the “Queen of Swing”

Dancer helped popularize the Lindy Hop.

Bea Wain (1917 - 2017), big band singer

Popular singer during the big band era…

Adrian Booth (1917 - 2017), actress in Three Stooges films

Film actress also threw pies with the Three Stooges...

Bobby Breen (1927 - 2016)

Bobby Breen, a former child star best known in the 1930s, has died at 88.

Joan Leslie (1925–2015), actress in the golden age of Hollywood

Joan Leslie, an American movie actress during Hollywood's golden age who appeared later on television, has died.

The Lou Gehrig Grand Slam

In 1938, Lou Gehrig was having a difficult year. He was weary, a little weak, dragging his feet occasionally. “I tired mid-season. I don’t know why, but I just couldn’t get going again,” Gehrig explained. The Yankee’s stats were starting to sink (though they were still good — even as he slowed down, he played better than the average major leaguer), and his friends and teammates were noticing a change in him, early signs of the mysterious disease — amyotrophic lateral sclerosis or ALS — that would soon take his life.

100 Years of Bonnie Parker

Legendary outlaw Bonnie Parker was born 100 years ago today. We take a look at the difference between her reputation and reality.

The Search for Amelia Earhart

Amelia Earhart has achieved legendary status in American history. Ever since her mysterious disappearance 75 years ago, generations have been inspired by her intrepid life… and enjoyed speculating about her fate. Some insist that her plane crashed and sank into the ocean, never to be recovered; others are just as adamant that she lived for many years after her 1937 disappearance, serving as a spy or living on a remote island or even changing her name and returning to the U.S. to live a long and anonymous life.

In Like Errol Flynn

We look back at Australian bad boy Errol Flynn, whose life was at least as interesting as any character he ever played.

The Swashbuckling Tyrone Power

Tyrone Power was one of the great leading men of Hollywood's golden age — especially when he wielded a sword.

Barbara Hutton: Poor Little Rich Girl

Long before today's tabloids began shouting at us about the lives of the rich and famous, Barbara Hutton became famous … simply for being rich.

Carole Lombard and the Screwball Comedy

In the 1930s, movies were a favorite escape from life's trials and tribulations. Most popular were screwball comedies, and one of the queens of the genre was Carole Lombard...

George McFarland, AKA Spanky

To a generation of "Our Gang" fans, George McFarland was simply Spanky...

Ginger Never Cried

Fred Astairedanced with many women over the course of his movie career.ButGinger Rogersis the one we remember as his constant partner, and theree28099s a reason for that. Anything Astaire threw at her, she handled gracefully, and that impressed the man who was accustomed to reducing other dancers to tears.

The Boogie Woogie Bugle Girls

Patty Andrews was the last surviving member of The Andrews Sisters, the trio that delighted and motivated World War II soldiers, as well as the folks holding down the home front.

The Stars of Oz

Three quarters of a decade after it was first in theaters, "The Wizard of Oz" remains one of the most-loved movies of all time.

The Remarkable Eleanor Roosevelt

Eleanor Roosevelt was one of the most-admired first ladies of all time. And in the 50 years since her death, she has been endlessly quoted.

Bette Davis vs. The World

During her incredible film career, Bette Davis gained a reputation as a feisty actress who never backed down from a good fight.

Jimmy Stewart, Nice Guy

By all accounts, Jimmy Stewart was as likable in real life asthe many nice-guy characters he played in the movies.

Joan Crawford's Greatest Roles

Joan Crawford's illustrious film career lasted nearly half a century.

The Son House Blues

Son House was one of the great Delta bluesmen – but twice in his life, events almost conspired to keep his music from public ears...

Cary Grant: So Debonair

Cary Grant was the definition of the leading man.

American Popeye

With an all-new Popeye comic launching in 2012, and a movie in development as well, we're remembering how the sailorman's story began.

Happy Holidays, Marlene Dietrich

Born Dec. 27, 1901, Marlene Dietrich was a Christmas-season baby.

Tod Browning: From Sideshow to Big Screen

Director Tod Browning made some of early cinema's spookiest movies, including the classic 1931 version of "Dracula." On the day he was born, we take a look at the filmmaker’s life and work...

Carl Laemmle, Movie Mogul and Humanitarian

We look back on the life and legacy of Universal Studios founder Carl Laemmle, a man who not only helped create Hollywood, but saved hundreds of families during the Holocaust.

Me Johnny Weissmuller, You Jane

“The public forgives my acting because they know I was an athlete. They know I wasn’t make-believe.”

Edgar Bergen and His Famous Dummy

Edgar Bergen enjoyed a five-decade career in radio, television and film. Of course, he had a little help from his friend Charlie McCarthy.

Gene Krupa: The Drummer's Drummer

Gene Krupa, born 102 years ago today, was one of the most influential drummers in history. Funny to think that he could have ended up a saxophonist or a priest instead...

The Untalented Gypsy Rose Lee

Burlesque entertainer, actress and writer Gypsy Rose Lee was born 100 years ago today. Dismissed as "untalented" by her own mother, she remains a source of inspiration four decades after her death.

John Hammond, Producer of the Century

Though he never recorded a note or penned a lyric, John Hammond remains one of the most important figures in the history of American pop music...

Mae West: Breaking all the Rules (and Loving It)

As the queen of the double-entendre and the bawdy one-liner, Mae West challenged boundaries.

Clark Gable By the Numbers

We look back at the life and career of silver screen icon Clark Gable.

Mack Sennett: The Father of Slapstick Cinema

A look back at the comedic stylings of silent film pioneer Mack Sennett.

Cammie King Conlon and Gone With The Wind

Cammie King Conlon was just 5 years old when she made her big screen debut in "Gone With the Wind."