Alex Carson is a seasoned writer and cultural historian with a passion for the vibrant and transformative decades of the 1960s and 1970s. With a background in journalism and a deep love for music, film, and politics, Alex brings a unique perspective to the ever-evolving landscape of entertainment.
Imagine a film that involved classical art theft, globe-trotting assassins, extremist mountain climbing, and illicit governmental operations. The movie in question is 1975’s The Eiger Sanction. Naturally, a film with this many explosive tropes called for one of Hollywood’s top action stars. Cue Clint Eastwood, one of the most prominent movie stars at the time. […] More
Bob Barker is cemented in game show history thanks to his time as host of The Price Is Right. However, since his retirement in 2007, he’s revealed his true feelings about the iconic show and the host that took his place. Although you might think that he looks back at the show fondly, his true […] More
Famed Hollywood actress Ashley Judd had a tough childhood, distant from her family, constantly moving, and always under the shadow of her famous Western singer half-sister, Wynonna Judd. She spent 11 years married to race-car driving husband Dario Franchitti and could not rekindle the spark of love despite her best efforts. Today, Ashley Judd has […] More
The motto of the entertainment business is “the show must go on.” TV shows and movies tend to push through all obstacles to reach completion, even the death of a key actor. Modern technology allows them to recreate unfinished scenes and reinsert completed footage. Rewrites ensure the story still makes sense. They may audition replacement […] More
Let’s be honest, almost everyone watching this video will be familiar with Sharon Stone’s iconic leg-crossing scene from Basic Instinct. This erotic thriller has become the actress’s most famous movie moment. However, she has accomplished a lot more in Hollywood than just that. Stone stole the show in an Oscar-nominated performance in Martin Scorsese’s Casino. […] More
“They say the heart of rock and roll is still beating. And from what I’ve seen, I believe them.” These are the immortal lyrics of musical icon Huey Lewis. And if there were ever anyone qualified to take the pulse of rock and roll, it’s certainly Lewis. Huey Lewis and the News dominated the genre […] More
The Stranger, Virgil Earp, and Wade Garrett are a few of the famous characters played by the actor Sam Elliot. If you recognize those names from the films The Big Lebowski, Tombstone, and Roadhouse, you are certainly familiar with the man. Maybe it’s his world class mustache, his smooth draw voice, or his calm and […] More
Aneta Corsaut was an American television actress that was best known for her role alongside Andy Griffith in The Andy Griffith Show. However, her role in Andy’s life exceeded the boundaries of that classic 1960s sitcom in both professional and personal ways. The two maintained a close relationship until Aneta’s death in 1995. Join Facts […] More
The Andy Griffith Show holds a special place in many people’s hearts. The show’s gift to its audience was more than just the down-home wisdom of the plain-spoken Sheriff Andy Taylor. It gave us a place where all mistakes are forgiven, friendships last forever, and the cast of characters felt like family. The Andy Griffith […] More
Legendary comedian and actor Chevy Chase is at home in Westchester recovering from an undefined heart issue. The Saturday Night Live original cast member spent a shocking five weeks in the hospital. Though Chase has been open about his health issues in the past, the exact cause of this particular trip to the emergency room […] More
Barney Miller was a popular sitcom that ran on the ABC network from 1975 to 1982. It had many memorable characters but one of the most popular was Sergeant Nick Yemana, played by Jack Soo. While Sgt. Yemana is the role Soo is best known for, he appeared in plenty of other television shows and […] More
John Travolta is a well-known name in the film community. Starring in movies like Grease, Pulp Fiction, and Hairspray, Travolta has made quite the name for himself. What most people don’t know is that John is also famous in the aviation community. That’s right, the actor has been a well-established pilot since he was in […] More