Football or Soccer, UK and USA Share a Love of the Game

As World Cup fever grips the America and the U.K., we look back at some folks who helped shape the game in both countries.

Norman Wisdom, Chaplin’s Favorite Clown

Norman Wisdom was Britain’s biggest box office draw and an icon in, of all places, Albania. What made his brand of humour so popular?

Charles Dickens: 8 Great Characters

Charles Dickens wrote characters we love... and some we love to hate. In celebration of Dickens, we present eight of his greatest.

The Many Faces of Jane Eyre

We remember Charlotte Brontë with a look at notable adaptations of her classic novel "Jane Eyre."

A History of the Olympic Games in London

With the start of the Olympic Games today, London becomes the first city to host three times: in 1908, 1948 and now 2012. We take a look at the London Olympics, then and now.

A Remembrance Day Funeral for Veteran Harold Jellicoe Percival

When Harold Jellicoe "Coe" Percival died in 2013 at the age of 99, he received a funeral befitting an armed services veteran.

Dying Woman Says Goodbye to Beloved Horse

The bond between humans and animals can be a strong, lifelong connection. This was certainly the case for Sheila Marsh and her horse, Bronwen.

The Secret Fortune of Diana Dors

Three decades after her death, British actress and sex symbol Diana Dors doesn't have the enduring star power of her contemporary, Marilyn Monroe - the American counterpart to whom she was often compared.

Brian Rix (1924 - 2016), British actor

Brian Rix, a British actor and campaigner for people with learning disabilities, died Aug. 20, 2016, after a long illness, according to The Guardian. He was 92.

Allan Williams (1930 - 2016), first manager of the Beatles

Allan Williams, the first manager of the Beatles, died Friday, Dec. 30, 2016, according to multiple news sources. He was 86.

The Secret History of Earl Grey Tea (video)

A video exploration of the man behind Earl Grey Tea.

Colin Dexter (1930 - 2017), Inspector Morse author

The British crime writer's character Inspector Morse inhabited more than a dozen novels and was the basis for two popular television series.

London Attack Victims

Five people killed in London...

Ugo Ehiogu (1971–2017), British soccer player and coach

Soccer defenseman played for English Premier League’s Aston Villa and Middlesbrough teams from 1991 to 2007.

London Terrorist Attack Victims

8 people were killed in a terrorist attack in London.

Cheick Tioté (1986–2017), former midfielder for Newcastle United

The former midfielder for Newcastle United in the English Premier League died after he collapsed while training.

Grenfell Tower Fire Victims

Dozens died in London high-rise blaze.

Charlie Gard (2016-2017), newsmaking British baby

British baby caught the world’s attention as he struggled with a rare disorder...

John “TotalBiscuit” Bain (1984–2018), popular British video game critic

John "TotalBiscuit" Bain, popular British video game critic and esports caster, died at 33 after a long battle with cancer.

Leslie Grantham (1947 – 2018), British actor starred in soap opera “EastEnders”

Actor Leslie Grantham, the British actor who starred in the soap opera "EastEnders," died Friday, June 15, 2018, according to the Associated Press. He was 71.

Albert Finney (1936–2019), Oscar-nominated British actor

Albert Finney was an Oscar-nominated star of movies including “Murder on the Orient Express” (1974), “Annie” (1982), and “Erin Brockovich.” The British actor built his career on the London stage and moved to the big screen with celebrated roles including the lead in 1963's “Tom Jones.” He was a hit as Hercule Poirot in the original adaptation of Agatha Christie's “Murder on the Orient Express,” earning Oscar and BAFTA nominations for Best Actor. He sang as he played Daddy Warbucks in “Annie,” and he portrayed Winston Churchill in the television drama “The Gathering Storm,” winning Emmy, Golden Globe, and BAFTA awards.

Mark Hollis (1955–2019), Talk Talk frontman

'80s synth-pop band known for hits “Talk Talk” and “It’s My Life”

Crispus Attucks's death 250 years ago started the American Revolution

One man’s death, 250 years ago this month, became a great symbol of U.S. independence. That man was Crispus Attucks, and he’s considered the first person killed in the American Revolution.

Diana Rigg (1938–2020), played Emma Peel in TV’s “The Avengers”

Diana Rigg was an actress best known for playing the tough, smart, and stylish spy Emma Peel in TV’s “The Avengers” from 1965 to 1968. Rigg also portrayed the Queen of Thorns, Olenna Tyrell, in “Game of Thrones.”

Tony “Cookie Monsta” Cook (2020), popular dubstep DJ

Tony Cook, known as “Cookie Monsta,” was a popular dubstep DJ on the EDM festival circuit.

UK Celebrity Deaths 2021

Though these famous figures have died, their legacies live on and continue to inspire and delight us. Join us as we remember celebrities who died in 2021.

Elizabeth II (1926–2022), Queen of the United Kingdom

Elizabeth II was Queen of the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.