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Sir Adrian Carton de Wiart by Sir William Orpe

Hard Facts About Adrian Carton de Wiart, Britain’s Indestructible Soldier

Winston Churchill thought he could turn war hero Adrian Carton de Wiart into a diplomat when WWII ended. He was dead wrong.
October 31, 2024 Brendan Da Costa
Country singer and songwriter Waylon Jennings in his office on August 27,1987 Nashville Tennessee.

Hard-Living Facts About Waylon Jennings, Country’s Iconic Outlaw

In 1984, embattled country star Waylon Jennings walked into a room looking for his son—and what he saw shook him to his core.
October 30, 2024 A.V. Land
Actress Romy Schneider

Devastating Facts About Romy Schneider, Germany’s Anguished Actress

Romy Schneider rose to fame with her unforgettable role in “Sissi”—but few know her darker backstory or the cause of her untimely death.
October 29, 2024 Brendan Da Costa
Kaiser Wilhelm II Facts

Shadowy Facts About Kaiser Wilhelm II, The Last German Emperor

Kaiser Wilhelm II was the last Emperor of Germany. His delicate ego, intense jealousies, and unpredictable temper led straight to the calamitous events of WWI and the fall of the House of Hohenzollern.
October 24, 2024 Brendan Da Costa
Photo of Jim Croce

Breakthrough Facts About Jim Croce, The Ill-Fated Folk Singer

Jim Croce was the American folk and rock singer and songwriter who could have had a long and storied career—but his greatness was cut short by one horrific tragedy.
October 24, 2024 Brendan Da Costa
Patsy Cline Facts

Tragic Facts About Patsy Cline, Music’s Fallen Star

From her abusive childhood to the accident that took her life, Patsy Cline never had it easy—but few know her even darker history.
October 24, 2024 Alicia B.

Glamorous Facts About Eva Gabor, The First Modern Celebrity

Perfectly coiffed at all times and with a string of suitors, Eva Gabor was one of the first celebrities who was “famous for being famous.”
October 24, 2024 David O'Shea
Racecar driver Niki Lauda shown here in pits.

Explosive Facts About Niki Lauda, The Godfather Of Formula One Racing

Some Formula One drivers simply can’t stay away from the track, even after absolutely horrific accidents. Niki Lauda was one.
October 22, 2024 J. Clarke
American actor and singer Kris Kristofferson posed in England at a press call to promote his latest film 'Blume In Love' circa 1973.

Outlaw Facts About Kris Kristofferson, Hollywood’s Singing Movie Star

Kris Kristofferson infamously clashed with Barbra Streisand on the set of A Star Is Born—but it also led to the wake-up call that changed his life.
October 22, 2024 Byron Fast
GettyImages-165084168 Portrait of Dirk Bogarde in a Pool

Private Facts About Dirk Bogarde, The Most Secretive Actor

Dirk Bogarde played countless roles on and off screen—but he kept just as many secrets, including one with the power to destroy his life.
October 15, 2024 Alicia B.
Pantera guitarist Dimebag Darrell live at Castle Donington Monsters of Rock, United Kingdom, 1994.

Devilish Facts About Dimebag Darrell, The Doomed Metal Icon

The killing of Dimebag Darrell by a crazed fan seemed like a random tragedy—but few knew that the band had a run-in with the same fan before.
October 15, 2024 Brendan Da Costa


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