Despite his reputation as a feel-good songwriter, the story of Irving Berlin is not for the faint of heart.
Nat King Cole had a grin that charmed both Black and white audiences—yet few people know the incredibly dark history that lay behind that playful smile.
Haing S. Ngor was the first Asian actor to win an Academy award for a debut performance—but his success followed close on the heels of unspeakable tragedy.
The legendary Roald Amundsen was a master of arctic exploration—but his expertise still couldn’t save him from a chilling fate.
Like countless dreamers who’d follow in his footsteps, Troy Donahue arrived in Hollywood chasing immortality on the silver screen.
Philip IV couldn't outrun his demons and his disaster of a personal life. They not only destroyed his family, but also his nation and empire.
Behind the scenes, action megastar Bruce Willis could be a true firebrand, even bordering on difficult—but now, he faces his toughest battle of all.
John D. Rockefeller was, by many metrics, the richest person in history—but there was a lot more to this fascinating man than dollars and cents.
Even before he altered the course of history, Archduke Franz Ferdinand's twisted life had already been more than dramatic enough to make the history books.
Deranged Queens Facts. Every girl dreams of becoming a princess, but for vicious rulers like Joanna the Mad and Bloody Mary, life was an utter nightmare.
Deranged Queens Facts. Every girl dreams of becoming a princess, but for vicious rulers like Joanna the Mad and Bloody Mary, life was an utter nightmare.
No one reaches the top of the world without leaving a pile of bodies behind them—read on for these mind-blowing facts about the most ruthless emperors ever.
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