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Old Hollywood December 26, 2024

‘The Birds’ star Rod Taylor, a Hollywood hellion, enjoyed ‘hard drinking’ and ‘casual romances’: book

Rod Taylor, the Australian movie star who appeared opposite John Wayne, Tippi Hedren, Doris Day, Jane Fonda and Elizabeth Taylor, died in 2015. He was 84.

Then and Now December 25, 2024

‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ child star suffered a series of tragedies after bringing classic holiday film to life

Karolyn Grimes played Zuzu Bailey in 1946's "It's a Wonderful Life," a Christmas film that starred James Stewart and Donna Reed. Grimes left Hollywood after suffering personal tragedies.

Books December 25, 2024

'The Twilight Zone' host and creator was plagued with PTSD after WWII but was 'not a broken man': authors

Anne Serling, the daughter of "Twilight Zone" creator and narrator Rod Serling, wrote a memoir about her famous father, "As I Knew Him: My Dad, Rod Serling."

Entertainment December 16, 2024

Elton John was 'catalyst' for John Lennon and Yoko Ono reunion

In his new documentary, Elton John shares how his friendship with John Lennon led to the latter's reconciliation with Yoko Ono.

Old Hollywood December 7, 2024

'50s film producer shot movie star wife's agent after being 'gripped by a jealous rage': book

Walter Wanger, a film producer, was married to actress Joan Bennett from 1940 to 1965. Their union is featured in Scott Huver's book, "Beverly Hills Noir: Crime, Sin, & Scandal in 90210."

Entertainment November 30, 2024

'Lost' leads nostalgia TV popularity for audiences seeking 'innocent time': experts

Older TV shows — often with longer seasons like "Lost" and "Grey's Anatomy" — are continuing to draw audiences years after their finales.

Entertainment November 27, 2024

‘Brady Bunch’ actors talk co-star hookups, first kisses, fake weddings

Barry Williams said his comments about "The Brady Bunch" cast aren't what people think as he and co-star Christopher Knight celebrate the show's 55th anniversary with a new way for fans to enjoy the show's famous house.

Exclusive November 24, 2024

Elvis Presley was ‘deeply dissatisfied’ with Hollywood, ‘terrified’ of performing before comeback: doc

Elvis Presley, the king of rock 'n' roll, wanted to be an actor like Marlon Brando and James Dean. He went on to make over 30 Hollywood films.

Exclusive November 24, 2024

‘Bewitched’ star was ‘financially destitute,’ forced to clean toilets after on-set injury: author

Dick York, who played Darrin Stephens in "Bewitched," died in 1992 at age 63. The cause of death was complications from emphysema. He's featured in a new documentary by Daniel Henares.

Entertainment November 19, 2024

‘Barney’ cast received death threats, backlash from the KKK over show

The cast and crew behind "Barney & Friends" on PBS share some of the death threats and backlash they received in a new podcast.

Old Hollywood November 19, 2024

Humphrey Bogart, Lauren Bacall’s son says young people 'not aware of the past,' don't know his famous parents

Humphrey Bogart, the Oscar winner and original Rat Pack member who starred in films like “Sabrina," “The Maltese Falcon" and “The African Queen," died in 1957. He was 57.