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.
Around a century ago, Helen Menken was one of the biggest names in Broadway. The actress broke out onto the Broadway scene during her later teenage years, and found immense success in the industry before her career came crashing down as a result of a controversial play that she starred in. That play was called […] More
Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis were two all-time comedic and performing greats. And while they both enjoyed prominent and successful solo careers in the latter halves of their lives, there was once a time when they were the biggest comedic duo around. Sadly, it all came crashing down after ten years together, creating a huge […] More
William Powell made marriage appear enjoyable in his role as Nick Charles, half of the crime-fighting team, Nick and Nora. When the two got together to do what they do best, they looked immaculately put together. Their depiction of marriage was so blissful and convincing that fans began to consult them on marriage issues. Little […] More
Joseph Cotten was a film, stage, and television actor that arguably remains best known to the public for his role in Orson Welles’ classic Citizen Kane. Several decades later, Joseph Cotten lost his voice and was forced to retire from acting in the years leading up to his death. Join Facts Verse as we explore […] More
Have you heard about the bullet bra? This was a rather unique and cone-shaped bra that was very popular among Hollywood actresses of yesteryear, particularly in the 1950s. Looking back now, they kind of look ridiculous but they were one of the most popular fashion items during their heyday. So how did the bullet bra […] More
Vera-Ellen captivated audiences with her lithe figure, radiant smile, and legendary dance partnership. It is with Fred Astaire in classics like Three Little Words and White Christmas. However, behind the scenes, rumors swirled about the silver screen starlet’s struggles with anorexia, premature aging, and later reclusiveness. While her talents shone on-screen, off-camera Vera Ellen’s life […] More
The Dukes Of Hazzard was a classic comedy action series that follows the crazy antics of Bo and Luke Duke, two cousins in rural Georgia, who are on probation for running moonshine. Along with some local friends, their Uncle Jesse, and cousin Daisy, they get into trouble with the law, and are generally spending time […] More
Early in her career, Jane Fonda had the chance to show off her acting chops in comedic roles. However, with the release of Barbarella, she made a dramatic shift in the types of roles she played on screen. It marked a radical shift away from the more lighthearted roles for which she had become known, […] More
After success with The Partridge Family, David Cassidy became a major figure among 1970s teenagers. As a result, it was never a problem for him to meet attractive women who wanted to be with him. He was such a sensation that not even his co-star, Susan Dey, could take her eyes off of him. However, […] More
Betty Brosmer is a former model that gained national notoriety before she was even 18 years old! Betty’s natural good looks and hourglass figure made her a perfect subject for photographs at a relatively early age. She started modeling when she was just a young girl and continued modeling for many years before retiring to […] More
If you are a fan of the classic soap opera Search For Tomorrow, then you’ll remember Morgan Fairchild who played Jennifer Pace in the show. Morgan Fairchild was one of the most popular actresses of her generation and rose to prominence in the 1970s and 1980s. In 2022, she’s still just as busy working in […] More
Almost six decades ago, audiences were first introduced to the Robinson family in the campy yet endearing science fiction series Lost In Space. The show premiered in 1965 and ran until 1968. In November of 2021, for the first time since the series ended, actress Marta Kristen along with her co-stars Angela Cartwright and Bill […] More
