The Tragic Death Of Charles Darwin's Mother
Charles Darwin experienced tragedy at a young age. He suffered the loss of his mother when he was just eight, possibly the result of an abdominal infection.
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This Is When Pablo Escobar Started His Criminal Life
Dubbed "The King of Cocaine," Pablo Escobar was once the most infamous and richest drug lord and narcoterrorist in the world. How did he get started?
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The Moment In Keith Richards' Career When He Went Too Far
Grunge asked, "What moment in Keith Richards' career do you think he went too far?" The answers provide a doozy of a stroll down a crooked, chaotic memory lane.
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What You Never Knew About Shawn Michaels
From the time he was a young boy, Michael Shawn Hickenbottom wanted to be a professional wrestler. And he fulfilled that boyhood dream as Shawn Michaels.
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Here's How Much Shawn Michaels Is Actually Worth Today
For instance, Michaels' ongoing beef with Hart would last for years. The rivalry was entertainment that kept fans tuned in, and also kept Michaels well paid.
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What The Forged In Fire Contestants Do With The Weapons
Each episode of "Forged" depicts four professional and hobbyist bladesmiths competing to see who can create the best weapon within shifting parameters.
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Is David Copperfield Married?
The personal life of illusionist David Copperfield, like that of many entertainers who have been active for as long as he has, has had its ups and downs.
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Bruce Springsteen's Least Popular Hit Song May Surprise You
Even The Boss has his detractors. Grunge took a poll and 663 people responded to the question, "Which of these is Bruce Springsteen's worst hit?"
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The Truth About DJ Paul And His Arm
DJ Paul consistently wears a cast on his right arm, which is smaller than his left arm-- in fact, he reportedly refers to his right arm as his "baby arm."
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The Tragic True Story Of Maria Callas
Greek-American soprano Maria Callas took the operatic world by storm with her intensely dramatic portrayals of classical music's most famed leading ladies.
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The Truth Behind The Migrant Mother Photographer
It's no exaggeration to call the photograph "Migrant Mother" one of the most iconic images of the Great Depression. Here's the story of the photographer.
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This Is How Much Bing Crosby Was Worth When He Died
Harry Lillis 'Bing' Crosby raised himself from humble working-class beginnings to become both a hugely popular entertainer and a technological innovator.
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The Truth About JFK's Swedish Mistress
Many have heard the rumors about JFK's alleged extramarital affairs over the years, but a new crop of letters from an alleged mistress is raising eyebrows.
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The Tragic Death Of John Entwistle
Showcasing his skills on classics such as My Generation, John Entwistle doesn't get as much attention as other members of The Who, but he rightfully should.
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This Was The Dress Code Of The Knights Templar
Maybe it was the fashion. The Templars might have prohibited frilly things like shoelaces because they "belong to pagans," but they sure knew how to brand.
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Britain's Order Of The Garter Explained
Of the various chivalric orders of the British monarch, the Order of the Garter is the oldest and the most illustrious.
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What You Should Know About The Palace Of Versailles' Hall Of Mirrors
France's Palace of Versailles features 700 rooms, but the Hall of Mirrors is the most famous and the most extravagant of them all.
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A Look At Nick Cave's Difficult Childhood
In the early 1980s, Nick Cave was trying to break into music as the frontman of riotous punk band the Birthday Party, and he is now with the Bad Seeds.
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Whatever Happened To Killers Jens Söering And Elizabeth Haysom?
Elizabeth Haysom's parents were against the relationship, which "infuriated" Jens Söering, and caused Elizabeth to feel angry and hateful toward her parents.
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The Real Reasons The French Revolution Began
The dispossessed and the oppressed have been raging against the rich and powerful for centuries. The French Revolution of the late 1700s is a prime example.
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A Look At Davy Jones And Michael Nesmith's Relationship
The Monkees were four young men, picked from hundreds of hopefuls and assigned a team of songwriters and studio musicians to help them create their music.
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The Truth About The Wicked Witch Of The West
We've come a long way since 17th-century witch hunters prowled Europe and tortured "witches" for such diabolical crimes as dancing and owning frogs.
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The Tragic Murder Of Selena Quintanilla
Selena, the undisputed Queen of Tejano Music whose impact is felt today, had her life tragically cut short when she was murdered at just 23 years old in 1995.
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The True-Crime Documentary That Left Over 31% Of People Disappointed
True-crime documentaries have exploded in popularity over the past few years, and streaming services have been actively adding more for viewers.
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Why The Boston Tea Party Really Happened
The December 1773 protest now known as the Boston Tea Party was one of many examples of the American colonists rebelling against British rule.
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A Look At Sammy Davis Jr.'s Marriage Troubles
Sammy Davis Jr. nearly lost his life and his career in the name of love. There was no protection from the public attacks over his interracial relationships.
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