Fred Dryer: The Dual Legacy of a NFL Defensive Star and a TV Icon
He was Hunter on TV, but in the NFL Fred Dryer was a star defensive end for 13 years who recorded 103 career sacks playing for the Los Angeles Rams…
Carl Erskine, Sugar Ray Robinson, and Roy Campanella
Beloved and respected, Carl Erskine, now age 97, was a top pitcher who spent a dozen years spanning his entire major league career with the Brooklyn and Los Angeles Dodgers.…
Ty Cobb: The Georgia Peach
Ty Cobb was from Georgia, so they called him "the Georgia Peach." He played center field for the Detroit Tigers, and for 22 years. The last six of those were…
Judy Garland: The Triple Threat
Judy Garland was unique, with enormous talent and appeal. She was often described as a triple threat, because she excelled at singing, dancing, and acting. In 1998 Carnegie Hall hosted…
Albert Einstein’s Last Words
According to the secretary of Albert Einstein, probably the most influential scientist of all time, his last words were spoken in German, and translated, they mean, "I am at the…
The Prolific Dr. Maya Angelou
The prolific and incredible Dr. Maya Angelou wrote poetry, plays, movies, television shows, and seven autobiographies. Seven. She was presented with dozens of awards, and over 50 honorary degrees!
Jean Harlow — Blonde Bombshell
The original blonde Bombshell (1933) starred, and was Jean Harlow. This film was the genesis of that term. It was a pre-Code, pre-Screwball dazzler in which she satirized her own,…
Joe Louis: A Champion Among Champions
Joe Louis was distinguished for many reasons. As heavyweight boxing champion, he defended his title an incredible 25 times, more than any other champion in any division. Had he not…
Lillian Gish: The Silent Film Icon
Lillian Gish was probably the most important actress of the silent films era, and her career continued for many decades after. She was awarded an Academy Honorary Award in 1971,…
Dr. Maya Angelou’s Writing Ritual
Dr. Maya Angelou had an interesting ritual she would engage in when writing, and she was prolific. The ritual included a bottle of sherry, a deck of cards, legal pads,…
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