The Tragic Life Of Roy Orbison
In 1965, after more than a decade of struggling to become the musician he dreamed of being and joining the ranks of the budding rock 'n' roll royalty, Roy Orbison began to see his fame fade...
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The Tragic Story Of Lucille Ball's Son, Desi Arnaz Jr.
Desi Arnaz Jr. might not ring a bell at all to the younger generations, but being the child of a famous couple keeps you in the spotlight -- and being in the spotlight often means trouble.
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The Messed Up Truth About Don McLean
Don McLean, mainly known for "American Pie," has lived a life loaded with troubling and controversial moments. This is the messed up truth about Don McLean.
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The Legend Of Jason And The Argonauts Finally Explained
If there were such a thing as the Avengers of the Greek world, it would be the Argonauts, a ragtag group of mythical heroes assembled to save the day. And they're a fascinating group, especially when you realize they gathered to help one person get his kingdom back.
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The Truth About Freddie Mercury's Relationship With His Ex-Fiance
Freddie Mercury and Mary Austin trusted each other, and their relationship saw them through situations that would prove insurmountable for many others.
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Why The Real-Life Inspiration For Bloodsport Tried To Sue Jean-Claude Van Damme
To this day, martial artist Frank Dux claims that Bloodsport was based on real events from his life, though many people believe the Kumite never existed.
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Ancient Roman Curses You Should Know About
If you don't believe in curses, maybe you should think twice. Most spiritual traditions around the world believed in curses, and the ancient Romans seemed to have had one for every occasion.
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You Wouldn't Want To Meet Axl Rose In Real Life
Not many people these days talk about wanting to hang out with Axl Rose. And there are some decent reasons why.
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The Tragic Death Of Jeff Buckley
Jeff Buckley was a unique talent whose career was only beginning to take off before a bad decision cost him his life. Here is the story of his tragic death.
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The Tragic Childhood Of Dennis Rodman
Rodman had hard times. If you were to spot him as a kid, you'd never know that he'd someday be shooting hoops for the NBA. His childhood goes far beyond everyday hardships, which makes his story of success all the more fantastic.
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You Had To Be Careful About What You Ate At Woodstock. Here's Why
There's nothing like the smell of mud, sweat, and "dirty hippies" in the morning, three days in a row. Man, Woodstock must have been great. But you had to be careful what you ate.
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The Dangerous Ocean Phenomenon You've Never Heard Of
Cross waves occur when wind blows two opposing sets of wave forms towards each other at an oblique angle -- diagonal, or 45-degree. The waves collide, but do not cancel each other out, as they would if they hit head-on. Instead, they pass through.
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The Reason Marilyn Manson Was Blamed For The Columbine High School Tragedy
Those of us born in the last century will never forget what Eric Harris and Dylan Klebold did on April 20, 1999. And at the time, none other than Marilyn Manson was blamed.
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Athletes Who Farted On Live TV
Athlete diets can certainly contribute to flatulence, and once in a while, a fart leaks out. Here are some athletes who farted on live TV.
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You Wouldn't Want To Meet Steven Tyler In Real Life
Tyler's alleged treatment of women, or at least one former girlfriend, would make almost anybody cringe and "Walk This Way" right out the door.
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The Obscure Assassination That Led To WWII
Grynszpan shouted, "You are a dirty boche [slur for Germans] and in the name of 12,000 persecuted Jews, here is the document!" and shot vom Rath several times before being arrested by Parisian authorities.
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The Tragic True Story Of 'Ax Handle Saturday'
Where were the police? "They were there," Yates insisted, "but it appeared as though they were there to protect the people who were beating us."
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Chuck Norris Vs. Jean Claude Van Damme: Who Would Win?
This is a fight every kid who grew up in the 1980s or '90s wanted to see at some point. Two martial artists, two action stars: Jean Claude Van Damme vs. Chuck Norris. The highlight of the night.
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What The Last 12 Months Of Tupac's Life Were Like
Tupac Shakur's last year was spent attempting to take control of his turbulent life. This is what the last 12 months of Tupac's life were like.
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The Secret Purpose Of Covered Bridges
There's something about covered bridges. They add a more pastoral look to a scene, and a certain mystique.
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The Real Reason Most Woodstock Attendees Missed Jimi Hendrix's Legendary Performance
Jimi Hendrix's performance of The Star-Spangled Banner at Woodstock is one of the greatest moments in rock, even if only about a third of the crowd saw it.
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The Wendigo Might Actually Have Existed. Here's Why
A bit more sinister than many of its cryptic cryptid cousins, this humanoid from Algonquin legend roams the forests of Canada and the Northern United States.
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Messed Up Stories From The Book Of Enoch
The Book of Enoch is part of the Bible in some Christian churches. But that doesn't mean it's not still full of weird stuff, like strange primordial beings, talking babies, stars with human downstairs parts, a corpse giving birth, and way more. Here are some messed up stories from the Book of Enoch.
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The Tragic Childhood Of The Who's Pete Townshend
All four members of The Who had significant moments of tragedy and tribulation throughout their lives, but guitarist and singer Pete Townshend's childhood had a series of particularly sad and disturbing moments.
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Here's How Elton John Remembers Freddie Mercury
Their personalities were just outrageous enough to enjoy each other. Mercury said of John, "The first time I met him he was wonderful, one of those people you can instantly get on with. He said he liked 'Killer Queen' and anyone who says that goes into my white book."
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The Real Reason Andre The Giant Was So Big
Andre the Giant, whose real name was André René Roussimoff, was literally larger than life, humongous in person as well as in the hearts of his fans. Probably everyone. At least everyone who saw The Princess Bride.
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The Truth About Ancient Egypt's 'Festival Of Drunkenness'
Every year on the 20th of Thoth (sometime in mid-August), the annual Festival of Drunkenness was held -- a religious experience normally reserved for nightclubs and key parties.
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