Reasons Why Alaskan Bush People Is Fake
"Alaskan Bush People" claimed to follow the Brown family as they lived off the grid in the Alaskan wilderness. The truth was a bit different.
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Man Vs. Wild Moments That Were Totally Fake
The Discovery Channel's "Man vs. Wild" pitted Bear Grylls against the worst nature could throw at him, but things weren't always what they seemed.
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Commercials That Were Banned In The United States
Whether they were racy, insensitive, or just plain offensive, these controversial commercials were deemed unfit to air in American markets.
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What MTV's Catfish Stars Are Doing Now
MTV's "Catfish: The TV Show" made stars of the hosts as well as some of the participants in the catfishing busting series. Here's where those stars are now.
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What Really Happened To Michelle Trachtenberg?
Michelle Trachtenberg has been busier than you might think in the decades following her runs on "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and "Gossip Girl."
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Stars Who Couldn't Stand The Grateful Dead
As beloved as the Grateful Dead may be to their fans, there are a few celebs who've been outspoken in their distaste for Jerry Garcia, Phil Lesh, and co.
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Reasons Why The MTV Show 'Catfish' Is Fake
MTV's "Catfish" claims to root out fraudsters pretending to play on the heartstrings of unsuspecting victims. There are a few reasons why the show is fake.
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Rock Stars That Destroyed Their Relationships
Rock star life is notoriously chaotic and tragic, with many relationships that blossom before hitting the rocks. Some rock stars only have themselves to blame.
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The Nanny's Cast Is Unrecognizable Now
The cast of the hit sitcom "The Nanny" were familiar faces throughout the 1990s, but you'd be hard-pressed to recognize many of them today.
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SNL Stars Who Hated Being On The Show
Some of the greatest names in comedy got their big break on "Saturday Night Live." But some of those celebrity funny-people hated their time on the show.
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Lies Woman Of The Hour Told You About The True Story
As is often the case with movie versions of real events, filmmakers took some artistic license when they wrote Woman of the Hour.
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The Tragedy Of One Direction Explained
One Direction had a meteoric rise as a British boy band, but within the group, each member has dealt with tragedy, including the sudden death of Liam Payne.
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The New DNA Claim About Christopher Columbus That Could Change Everything
Over the years, the established teachings about Christopher Columbus have been challenged. Now, a new DNA claim about the explorer could change everything.
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Weird Things You Didn't Know About McDonald's
McDonald's is one of the most recognizable brands in the world, but the fast food giant has plenty of room for a few weird things you may not have known.
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The Tragedy Of Susan Boyle Explained
Before and after her unforgettable appearance on "Britain's Got Talent," singer Susan Boyle experienced abuse, bullying, health issues, and other challenges.
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Stars Who Can't Stand Dave Navarro
Guitarist Dave Navarro has played for both the Red Hot Chili Peppers and Jane's Addiction. He's also given a few famous people good reasons to not stand him.
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Dark Secrets Of 2000s Sitcom Stars
The 2000s were a time of growth and innovation for the sitcom format, but many of their stars have faced personal and professional turmoil.
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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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