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Schemer. Seducer. Tyrant? Queen Elizabeth I is one of the most famous—and notorious—monarchs of England, but few people know her dark history. As the daughter of the equally infamous King Henry VIII and his executed...
Tupac Shakur rose from poverty to become a celebrated rapper and actor, known for his immense talent and impact. Despite his success, his life was cut short by a tragic and unresolved death.
Movie mogul Louis B. Mayer created a culture of fear with his tenacious grip on the life of any star who worked for him—and this is his wild story.
When King Philip's three daughters-in-law were found guilty of adultery, their illicit lovers suffered an utterly gruesome punishment.
William Henry Vanderbilt, son of railroad magnate Cornelius “Commodore” Vanderbilt, could have lived comfortably on his inheritance. Instead, he took an active role in expanding the family empire, ultimately doubling its fortune and proving he was more than just the heir to a powerful name.
Marie Antoinette is as famous for her chilling and tragic end as her brief yet twisted life—but few know her even darker history.
Sammy Davis Jr. was one of America's most beloved performers—but behind the curtain, this smiling star hid a twisted life.
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