How Buddy Holly Got His Stage Name
In the music industry, image can be everything. In the case of Buddy Holly, that meant a stage name that was one-part childhood nickname and one-part typo.
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This Is How Much Blondie's Debbie Harry Is Really Worth
Few musicians have had to rebuild from the ground up as often as Blondie's Debbie Harry has — but that hasn't stopped her from amassing a staggering fortune.
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A Look At Donald Harvey's Tragic Childhood
Although a tragic childhood never excuses heinous crime, it's often a point of interest among social scientists and the public — such as with Donald Harvey.
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This Was B.B. King's Net Worth At The Time Of His Death
Known as the King of Blues, B.B. King was one of the most recognizable, if not the most notable, figures of the blues music genre.
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Everything Movies Get Wrong About Being A Knight
Movies make being a knight look really cool—and present a distorted picture of historical reality. Here's everything movies get wrong about being a knight.
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Here's What Happened When Someone Tried To Sell New Zealand On eBay
One thing New Zealand is not is a property to be bought and sold. It is an independent nation, albeit ceremonially still a part of the British Commonwealth.
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The Untold Truth Of Claudine Longet
Claudine Longet saw mountains of media attention in the 1960s and 1970s - though perhaps not the kind she would've desired - when she stood trial for murder.
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Why The Cure Haven't Released An Album Since 2008
The Cure released their last album, 4:13 Dream, in 2008. Here are the reasons why they haven't released a new album since then.
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John Lennon FBI Files Explained
President Nixon and the FBI saw John Lennon as a threat, and Lennon's FBI files were not released for decades. Here are John Lennon's FBI files explained.
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How Much Money Linda Lee Cadwell Inherited After Bruce Lee's Death
Legendary martial artist Bruce Lee became a Hollywood sensation — though much of his success (and fortune) came after his death. How much did his widow inherit?
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The Real Reason LeBron James Is Changing His Jersey Number
There were talks of LeBron James changing his jersey number from No. 23 to No. 6, and the change has been made official by the Lakers.
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The Tragic Death Of Kirsty MacColl
Kirsty MacColl's star was on the rise at the time of her tragic death on December 18, 2000, aged just 41. Was it an awful accident or a criminal coverup?
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The Richest Rock Bands In The World
If you've purchased a concert ticket in the recent past, there's a chance that you winced at the hefty price. Here's a look at the world's richest rock bands.
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The Richest Rappers In The World
Rap is a lucrative genre, and many rappers have forged veritable business empires. Here are the richest rappers in the world.
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Charlie Chaplin's FBI Files Explained
Far from protecting him, Charlie Chaplin's influence and popularity drew the attention of the FBI. Their investigation would drive him out of the U.S.
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The Tragic Death Of Barry White
Barry White used his deep baritone voice to sing songs about all things romantic lovin' for more than three decades starting in the early 1970s.
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The Tragic Death Of Charles Dickens
Charles Dickens may be considered England's greatest novelist of the Victorian era for his stories, which include "A Christmas Carol" and "Oliver Twist."
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What Buddy Holly's Song Peggy Sue Was Originally Called
Though his career was cut short when he died on February 3, 1959, Buddy Holly laid the foundations for a musical movement that would stretch on for decades.
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The Richest Metal Bands In The World
Heavy metal has attracted a worldwide fanbase. In turn, these fans have powered the multi-million-dollar careers of some of the scene's most recognized faces.
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The Comic Book Character Inspired By Vincent Price
Vincent Price's career spanned more than six decades, and he appeared in countless films, including those outside the horror realm.
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The Untold Truth Of Randy Rhoads
Just 25 years old at the time of his death, Randy Rhoads changed the face of heavy metal guitar forever. This is the untold truth of Randy Rhoads.
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The Tragic Truth About Chris McCandless
Chris McCandless never actively sought glory but in his death he became a tragic hero and a cautionary tale. Here is the tragic truth of Chris McCandless.
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What Was Ned Beatty's Net Worth When He Died?
Ned Beatty cemented his place in the pantheon of top-tier Hollywood character actors in the 1970s with a notable role in 'Deliverance.'
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The Heart-Wrenching Death Of Ned Beatty
Ned Beatty, a talented character actor with a repertoire that boasts 160 television and movie roles, including 'Deliverance,' died on June 13, 2021.
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What Happened To The Members Of ABBA?
ABBA has stretched across generations and shown the nay-sayers from their day that they were the real deal. Here's what happened to the members of ABBA.
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The 7 Best And 7 Worst Laurel And Hardy Movies
Even the greats can have an off day. Here is a rundown of the finest Laurel and Hardy flicks that you need to see ... and those that you can guiltlessly miss.
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The Tragic Truth About Dee Dee Ramone's Childhood
The late Dee Dee Ramone had a tragic childhood that was marked by abuse, an early introduction to drugs, and a stint in jail for armed robbery.
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