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The diagnosis Rock Hudson hid from his younger lover

Hollywood was rife with secrets and scandals in the 20th century. Countless celebrities hid their romantic preferences, vices, and social taboos. One of the ones we never expected was the secret, fatal diagnosis that star ...

9-year-old child prodigy graduates high school, sets his sights on college

Graduating high school is a milestone worth celebrating. The majority of people graduate in their late teens, though every so often we hear stories about people receiving their diplomas years, even decades later. But one ...

A failed Christmas movie made John Wayne rethink his entire acting career

John Wayne was one of the biggest names in the world during Hollywood’s Golden Age. The legendary actor, born Marion Robert Morrison, became known for his roles in Westerns and war movies. But there was ...

Woman celebrates 114th birthday with 97-year-old primary caregiver sister – last 2 left of 20 siblings left

As children, we love to celebrate our birthdays. But as adults, we often lose that sense of joy and wonder. But those around us want to celebrate our big days. This woman just made it ...

Great-grandma celebrates 100th birthday – recalls horse and buggy being her transportation

Being able to witness a birthday of a loved one is always a special occasion. But it is even more special when the birthday is a super special one of a grandparent. It is so ...

Grandma celebrates 107th birthday, says reason for her longevity is ‘I do what Bible tells me’

Living to a 100 years old is no easy feat, and certainly not an accomplishment many can boast about. This 107-year-old woman from South Carolina has witnessed some major moments in America’s history. She has ...

Opal Lee celebrates 96th birthday with day of service, collecting food for hungry families

If you know anything about the movement to make Juneteenth a federal holiday, then you have definitely heard the name Opal Lee. The Fort Worth, Texas native has spent decades of her life in service. ...

Great-grandmother turns 100, still goes to church and collects donations for grieving families

Some people are lucky enough to find their passion early in their lives and stick to it throughout their time on earth. Similarly, this great-grandma knew what she wanted to do in life, and even ...

Former Blue Angel who defied dad’s orders to sign up for the Navy celebrates his 93rd birthday

Our veterans have sacrificed a great deal for our country. It is hence, only natural that when it’s their turn to be celebrated, we make sure to give the fanfare they truly deserve. Mark Perrault ...

Prince Harry was left ‘scarred’ after Diana’s death, was ‘afraid’ to return home for Philip’s funeral

On Monday, the funeral was held for Queen Elizabeth II, who died earlier this month at the age of 96, ending a 70-year reign as the UK’s monarch. The funeral was attended by 2,000 people, ...