The Heart-Wrenching Death Of Helen McCrory
British actress Helen McCrory has died of cancer at the far too young age of 52. Her husband, actor Damian Lewis, made the sad announcement via Twitter.
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Megadeth Was Younger Than You Thought When They Wrote Rust In Peace
After Metallica fired him, guitarist Dave Mustaine vowed to form a band that was heavier and louder, and Megadeth was born in 1984.
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Details You Didn't Know About Lobster Boy
Known as "Lobster Boy" because of a genetic deformity in his hands and feet, Grady Stiles Jr. was among the last of the performers known as a circus "freaks."
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The Song Eddie Money Wished He Hadn't Written
If you've ever killed some time roaming the aisles of a drugstore, listening to the store's musical soundtrack, you've probably heard an Eddie Money song.
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The Dark History Of The Barbershop
Monks taught barbers the process of bloodletting, or cutting a vein to release blood in an effort to cure an ailment, a popular treatment for many conditions.
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What Jeffrey Dahmer's Childhood Was Actually Like
Jeffrey Dahmer is perhaps one of the most infamous serial killers in U.S. history. Here is what Jeffrey Dahmer's childhood was actually like.
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The Dark Side Of Hosting The Olympics
It sounds like a tourism board's dream, which is why there's always a hot competition to be named the host city every time the Olympics roll around again.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Leif Garrett
Along with the likes of Shaun and David Cassidy, Leif Garrett is one of those names people automatically think of when it comes to 1970s teen idols.
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Here's How Whitesnake Fell Apart In 1982
Written by the group's lead singer and frontman David Coverdale in 1981, 'Here I Go Again' earned Whitesnake their first No. 1 in the U.S.
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The Tragic Death Of Prince William Of Gloucester
Britain's royal family has suffered its share of tragic deaths throughout its history. Members have died painfully and slowly, and have died in accidents.
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What It Was Really Like To Attend The Imperial Ballet
Ballet and Imperial Russia are as entwined as dancers in a pas de deux, with famous ballets The Nutcracker and Swan Lake premiering in Russian theaters.
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The Bizarre Stalkers Nicolas Cage Has Had
Stalkers are one of the occasional harsh realities of fame. It's reasonable that someone as outlandish as Nicolas Cage would attract some bizarre stalkers.
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What's Come Out About Alex Trebek Since His Death
It's impossible to think of Jeopardy! without envisioning Alex Trebek, who sadly died in 2020. Here's what's come out about Alex Trebek since his death.
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How Paisley Park Has Changed Since Prince's Death
When Prince died on April 21, 2016, he left behind an incredibly rich and varied legacy, including his famous home and recording studio, Paisley Park.
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This Is Why We Probably Haven't Encountered Alien Life Yet
Where does this obsession with alien life come from? Is it sheer terror of being truly alone in the cosmos, in an atomized, existentially senseless world?
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The Untold Truth Of Tank Man From The Tiananmen Square Protests
In mid-1989, China was swept by protests, and anti-corruption demonstrators occupied Tiananmen Square. One protestor who stood off with tanks remains a mystery.
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The Mysterious Disappearance Of Oscar Zeta Acosta
A legend in his own lifetime and immortalized by Hunter S. Thompson, activist and writer Oscar Zeta Acosta vanished without a trace in 1974.
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The Tragic Death Of Lord Louis Mountbatten
Mountbatten was a remarkably powerful man, as well as a very public figurehead of the monarchy, and so was a compelling target for the Irish Republican Army.
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Inside The Time Dolly Parton Was Targeted By The KKK
In 2012, Dolly Parton revealed that the KKK sent her death threats because of a certain event held at her theme park, Dollywood.
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How The Green River Killer Was Eventually Caught
It's not clear how many women were fated to become victims of the Seattle-based serial killer dubbed the Green River Killer. So how did they finally catch him?
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The Tragic True Story Of Joanna The Mad
Today, some historians wonder if Spain's Joanna the Mad was "mad" at all. Wherever the real truth lies, it's clear that Joanna's story is a real tragedy.
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The Weirdest Reasons Inmates Have Sued Prisons
Not all prisoner lawsuits are petty or weird, but some of them certainly are. Here are some of the weirdest reasons inmates have sued prisons.
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How Much Prince Was Really Worth When He Died
Legendary singer/songwriter Prince died without having made a will, and it has caused problems for both his family and those trying to value his estate.
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Why The Royals Always Travel With Their Own Blood
The British royal family has numerous traditions and regulations that run their day-to-day lives, and that includes their medical care, at home and afield.
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The Internet Is Divided Over This SNL Actor Playing Joey Ramone
With the report that a Saturday Night Live cast member is set to play legendary punk Joey Ramone, the internet appears to be straight up split on the topic.
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How Crystal Theobald's Mother Used MySpace To Find Her Killer
The Netflix true crime documentary "Why Did You Kill Me?" tells the story of Belinda Lane and her search for justice for her daughter, Crystal Theobald.
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Here's What The Final Dying Wishes Were For These American Presidents
All people desire something in their last days, and U.S. presidents are no exception. Here's what the final dying wishes were for these American presidents.
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