Real World Things That Inspired Lord Of The Rings
J.R.R. Tolkien told his tales of elves and hobbits to both his sons. So where did all this inspiration come from? From close to home and very far away, indeed.
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Directors Who Ruined Hyped-Up Movies
Even some of Hollywood's best directors have been subjected to the latter after churning out movies that still tick off fans to this day.
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What Jimmy Stewart's Daughter Had To Say About The Famous Actor
Actor Jimmy Stewart portrays one of the most famous fathers in movie history in "It's a Wonderful Life." But how was he as a real-life father?
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Here's How Much Money Dan Bilzerian Is Really Worth
There are many questions people ask themselves about Dan Bilzerian, such as "Why does he act like that all the time?" and "Will that beard eventually reach his eyebrows?" Money comes up a lot too.
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The Tragic Story Of Mt. Everest's "Green Boots"
Mount Everest is one of the world's most alluring places. As the highest point on Planet Earth, it's one of the few destinations people will happily risk their lives to get to. Sometimes when the mountain's victims die in highly visible places they become landmarks. Such is the case of Green Boots.
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The Truth About The Unabomber
For nearly two decades, Ted Kaczynski, the Unabomber, unleashed a reign of explosive terror on the United States. This is truth about the Unabomber.
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John Wayne Was Once Almost Murdered By His Wife
For generations of movie-goers the world over, John Wayne represented a kind of stoic machismo in the face of all manner of danger. Including gunshots.
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The German Serial Killer Who Probably Didn't Exist
Christman Genipperteinga was a German man of questionable fact who reportedly killed an unthinkable number of people before he was brought to justice.
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The Real Meaning Behind Black Sabbath's War Pigs
Black Sabbath's 1970 classic "War Pigs" is a breakthrough in early metal music and an example of protest music that transcends genres. But what does it mean?
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Here's How Much Amazon's New CEO Is Really Worth
After more than two decades leading Amazon, current CEO Jeff Bezos is going to pass the torch to Andy Jassy later this year.
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What Happened To Judy Garland's Children?
Judy Garland was one of the most famous stars of Hollywood's Golden Age. In her personal life, Garland's multiple marriages resulted in three children.
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The Untold Truth Of Steven Seagal's Oldest Daughter, Ayako
Did you know that Seagal's first marriage to Miyako Fujitani also produced a daughter? This is the untold truth of Steven Seagal's oldest daughter, Ayako.
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Here's Who Inherited Howard Hughes' Fortune After His Death
Howard Hughes was a celebrity back in the 1930s -- wealthy, industrialist, film mogul. He became mysterious and withdrawn -- and his will was a mystery, too.
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What Happened To Leslie Abramson From The Menendez Brothers Trial?
The Menendez brothers' defense was led by skilled attorney Leslie Abramson, who argued that years of abuse by their parents led to the murders.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Jared Leto
Ah, the enigma that is Jared Leto. Some think of him fondly as teen stud Jordan Catalano on the popular '90s TV show My So-Called Life. Others are fans of his band, Thirty Seconds to Mars. More recently, he starred as the Joker. But his real life hasn't been easy. Here's Jared Leto's story.
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What Happened To Shirley Temple's Children?
Depression era child actor Shirley Temple grew up in the spotlight, but as an adult she had a family. Here is what happened to Shirley Temple's children?
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Why Joan Jett Was Never The Same After Covering I Love Rock 'N Roll
Joan Jett knew she wanted to cover "I Love Rock 'n Roll" the first time she heard the original song by The Arrows. Here's why she was never the same after.
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Who Are Steven Seagal's Children?
Steven Seagal is known as an action movie star, but he also fathered several children. Here's who those children are and what they're doing now.
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The Incredible Life Of The Man Who Brought Down John Dillinger
It was the heyday of organized crime and celebrity gangsters with various levels of achievement and notoriety. John Dillinger had escaped custody yet again and driven a stolen vehicle across state lines, which qualified him for special attention from the feds. Hoover put Melvin Purvis on the case.
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The Dark Truth Behind The Violent Ice Cream Truck Wars Of The 1980s
In Glasgow, Scotland, in the 1980s, was a time now known as the ice cream truck wars. That doesn't mean ice cream vendors throwing cold treats at one another.
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The Truth About Mr. Rogers' Son
Mister Rogers was a paragon of parenting-done-right. Whether or not your own parents always lived up to the ideal, Mr. Rogers sure did. So what happened to his actual children? How did they turn out?
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Lies Manhunt: Unabomber Told You
Discovery's 2017 series Manhunt: Unabomber takes plenty of creative liberties with the truth. Here's how Manhunt: Unabomber lied to you.
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The Tragic Death Of Aaron Burr's First Wife
The Burrs seemed to be an unlikely pair with Theodosia being 10 years older than Aaron Burr. Sadly, they would not live out their whole lives together.
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The Untold Truth Of Michael McKean
Some actors like to think they live their lives on the edge, but has anyone turned it up to 11 like Michael McKean? This is the untold truth of Michael McKean.
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Michael Jordan's Revenge Quest Against Chicago Bulls' Reggie Theus
Michael Jordan is known as one of the greatest basketball players of all time, but when he was just a rookie, his skills were doubted by another player.
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Where Is Convicted Killer Marybeth Tinning Today?
On February 4, 1986, Marybeth Tinning was arrested and charged with the death of her infant daughter Tami Lynne. So where is she today? Let's take a look.
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Disturbing Details About The Life Of Cannibal Author Jose Luis Calva
Cannibalism remains one of the most taboo acts a human being can indulge in. Here are the disturbing details about the life of cannibal author Jose Luis Calva.
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The Tragic Death Of Hillel Slovak
Hillel Slovak was a founding member of the groundbreaking funk-metal group the Red Hot Chilli Peppers, a talented guitarist who used heavy guitars in what would become a major influence in honing the group's signature sound.
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What Happened To Melanie McGuire's Lawyer After Her Trial?
Attorney Joe Tacopina defended Melanie McGuire against charges of murdering her husband in her 2007 trial. So what happened to him afterward?
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Inside The Life Of Muhammad Ali's First Wife, Sonji Roi
Muhammad Ali's first wife, Sonji Roi, was an independent woman who refused to conform to Islam. Their marriage was short-lived. Here's a look inside her life.
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The Untold Truth Of Steven Seagal's Oldest Son, Kentaro Seagal
Steven Seagal doesn't need an introduction as much as he'd require an explanation. His oldest son, Kentaro, might agree.
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Country Music - Grunge
Country music is about patriotism, small-town values, cheatin' hearts, family, loneliness, and having a good time; we highlight the crooners making the hits.
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The History Of The Habsburg Chin Explained
The Habsburgs are a European royal family which, through the ages, developed particular facial features. Here is the history of the "Habsburg Chin" explained.
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This Is How Much The Undertaker Is Really Worth
How much is The Undertaker really worth these days? Let's take a look at the Grim Reaper's finances and see.
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The Surprising Gift Marilyn Monroe Got From Frank Sinatra
Marilyn Monroe was famous in the world of Hollywood glamour, before she met an untimely death. Just before her death, she was gifted a dog by Frank Sinatra.
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Why Nostradamus Followers Fear This Horrifying Prediction In 2023
Nostradamus, the famed ancient seer, made predictions through the year 3797, but his followers fear this horrifying prediction in 2023.
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