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Jul 9, 2010

Ed Limato: The Nicest Shark in Hollywood

Ed Limato was a rarity in Hollywood — an agent who was genuinely liked by his clients and colleagues.

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Jul 24, 2010

Carl Gordon, Late Bloomer

In his late 30s, Carl Gordon found himself twice-divorced, stuck in a dead-end manual labor job with the feeling that his life was going nowhere. By the time he died this week at age 78, he’d appeared in 26 TV shows and movies and a slew of Broadway productions.

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Jul 31, 2010

Peter Fernandez, Voice of Speed Racer

Fans of anime and manga owe a debt of gratitude to Peter Fernandez, who helped bring "Speed Racer" to American audiences in the 1960s.

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Aug 10, 2010

Hedy Lamarr: Actress and Inventor

If you’re reading this over a Wi-Fi connection, you have Hedy Kiesler Markey to thank.

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Aug 17, 2010

The Enigma of Bruno S.

Director Werner Herzog plucked street performer Bruno S. out of obscurity and made him a movie star. But what happened when the cameras stopped rolling?

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Aug 20, 2010

Googling Greer Garson

Why was Oscar-winning actress Greer Garson trending on Google more than a decade after her death?

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Sep 2, 2010

Remembering Aaron Spelling on 90210 Day

On "90210 Day," we take a look back at the career of TV’s most successful producer.

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Sep 3, 2010

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."

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Sep 8, 2010

Glenn Shadix: From Alabama to Hollywood and Back

Actor Glenn Shadix appeared in over 70 films and TV shows during a career that took him from Alabama to Hollywood and back again.

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Oct 26, 2010

Fiddler on the Roof

Here are 10 facts about the award-winning musical, "Fiddler on the Roof."

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Nov 5, 2010

Mack Sennett: The Father of Slapstick Cinema

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

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Nov 17, 2010

Clark Gable By the Numbers

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

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Nov 22, 2010

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.

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Dec 2, 2010

Richard Pryor's Forgotten TV Career

Richard Pryor is remembered either as a brilliantly raunchy stand-up comedian or as a star of family-friendly films. But he also twice starred in shortlived TV shows.

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Dec 9, 2010

John Cassavetes: Godfather of Indie Cinema

We take a look back at maverick director John Cassavetes, whovirtually invented American independent cinema.

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Dec 14, 2010

Lee Remick's Memorable Performances

Lee Remick was born on this day 75 years ago. In honor of her memory, we look back at five of her most memorable roles...

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Jan 16, 2011

Ethel Merman: Secrets of La Merm

When most people think of Ethel Merman, they think only of that big, brassy voice. On the anniversary of her birth, we offer 10 things you might not know about La Merm...

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Jan 17, 2011

Eartha Kitt: The Most Exciting Woman in the World

What does it take to be the most exciting woman in the world? Beauty certainly doesn't hurt. A gift for singing, dancing and acting can help, too. How about a great sense of humor and a love for social justice? Add a seductive purr of a voice, mix well, and you've got , the performer once called "the most exciting woman in the world."

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Jan 24, 2011

10 Great John Belushi Roles

John Belushi would have turned 67 on Jan. 24, 2016. It's a good day to take a look at 10 great characters he played.

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Feb 10, 2011

Stella Adler: The Method Woman

Despite appearing in only a handful of films, Stella Adler – born on this day in 1901 – became one of the biggest influences on American acting in the 20th century...

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Feb 12, 2011

Sal Mineo: The Switchblade Kid

We look back at the life and work of actor Sal Mineo, tragically murdered in an alley in West Hollywood just as his stalled career was on the upswing.

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Mar 10, 2011

The Ray Milland 25

Ray Milland died 25 years ago on this day. Here are 25 facts about the actor best known for his role in "The Lost Weekend."

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Mar 24, 2011

Elizabeth Taylor's Style: Enough is Never Enough

Elizabeth Taylor has been renowned for her beauty and style since her earliest days as a starlet. As we mourn her death at the age of 79, we look back at a few of her most notable looks.

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Apr 10, 2011

Dixie Carter vs. Julia Sugarbaker

Dixie Carter played many roles in her acting career, from doctors to lawyers to divas, but she is best known for playing Julia Sugarbaker on TV's "Designing Women." We look at the way she breathed life into television's favorite – and most opinionated – interior designer.

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Apr 14, 2011

Rod Steiger’s Best Roles

Rod Steiger was one of the greatest actors of his generation. Of his more than 100 films and TV performances, here are a few of our favorites.

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May 17, 2011

Maureen O'Sullivan: Ireland's First Movie Star

We look back on the life and career of the first big Hollywood film star to come out of Ireland: Maureen O'Sullivan.

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Jun 1, 2011

The Ghosts of Marilyn Monroe

Born this day in 1926, Marilyn Monroe remains an icon of 20th century America. Today we share some of our favorite depictions of her...

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Jun 2, 2011

Me Johnny Weissmuller, You Jane

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

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Jun 15, 2011

The Residents of Hee Haw's Kornfield Kounty

On June 15, 1969, "Hee Haw" premiered on CBS television. To commemorate the occasion, we take a look back at some of the residents of Kornfield Kounty who are no longer with us...

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Jun 21, 2011

Judy Holliday's Best Movies

"You have to be smart to play dumb blondes over and over and keep the audience's attention without extraordinary physical equipment."

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Jun 22, 2011

Billy Wilder's Hall of Mirrors

Legendary filmmaker Billy Wilder was born June 22, 1906. In honor of his birthday, we take a look at the many real-life inspirations behind his greatest film, 1950's "Sunset Boulevard."

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Jun 27, 2011

The Jack Lemmon Ten

With a career that spanned four decades, Jack Lemmon was one of America's most beloved performers. Here are 10 roles that best define him as an actor.

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Jul 6, 2011

Janet Leigh's Best Roles

Janet Leigh appeared in more than 50 films during her career. On her birthday, we look back at five of her best roles – including one that involved standing in the shower for seven days in a row.

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Sep 28, 2011

Cliff Robertson, Remembered by Family

Cliff Robertson was an award-winning actor. He was also a loving father, devoted friend, dedicated professional and honorable man.

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Oct 18, 2011

The Stories Behind West Side Story

They helped make "West Side Story" one of the greatest musicals of all time.

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Nov 17, 2011

Karl Slover, Munchkin Trumpeter

More than 70 years ago, Karl Slover turned his small stature into a plum movie role, one that he'd treasure for the rest of his life. The 4-foot-4-inch actor played a Munchkin in "The Wizard of Oz."

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Nov 28, 2011

Leslie Nielsen, Straight Man

When Leslie Nielsen died Nov. 28, 2010, his death had many reflecting on his legacy of laughter. Today we're taking a look at his often overlooked career as a dramatic actor.

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Dec 27, 2011

Happy Holidays, Marlene Dietrich

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

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Jan 13, 2012

Directed by Ted Demme

Before his death ten years ago today, Ted Demme directed and produced some of the great sleeper hits of the '90s and early 2000s...

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Jan 14, 2012

Bold, Beautiful Darlene Conley

When Darlene Conley died on January 14, 2007, fans of CBS soap The Bold and the Beautiful were devastated. Conley played larger-than-life redhead Sally Spectra for 19 years...

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Jan 18, 2012

Cary Grant: So Debonair

Cary Grant was the definition of the leading man.

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Jan 22, 2012

The Legend of Heath Ledger

When Heath Ledger died Jan. 22, 2008, his star was still on the rise.

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Jan 27, 2012

Robert Hegyes, Sweathog

I think many of us felt, on hearing about the death of Robert Hegyes yesterday, like an old friend had died...

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Jan 31, 2012

Tallulah Bankhead: Pure as the Driven Slush

Anyone who's ever said "I'm as pure as the driven slush" can thank Tallulah Bankhead for the turn of phrase. And that's just one of many…

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Feb 3, 2012

Anna May Wong: Dragon Ladies and Butterflies

Anna May Wong was a movie actress at a time when the U.S. wasn’t quite ready for Chinese-American leading ladies.

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Feb 8, 2012

The Dramatic Life of Lana Turner

Drama wasn't just Lana Turner's job. It was an integral part of her personal life as well.

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Feb 9, 2012

James Dean Endures

James Dean starred in just three major movies, more than half a century ago. But he remains one of American culture’s most enduring icons.

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Feb 11, 2012

Glamorous Eva Gabor

When people think ofEva Gabor, there's one memorable role that probably comes to mind. Get ready for an earworm that's going to stay with you all day.

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Feb 14, 2012

We Will Always Love Whitney

2012's Grammy awards came at a sad and shocking time for the music world: just one day before the award ceremony, Whitney Houston died at age 48.

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