The comedic actress, whose career spanned vaudeville, film, radio and television, starred in her own sitcom, I Married Joan, in the 1950s, but on the set, she developed a reputation for being very difficult to work with. She and her co-star Jim Backus reportedly hated each other during their time working together.

The pro boxer turned entrepreneur was a two-time world heavyweight champion and an Olympic gold medalist, and later became the namesake of the George Foreman Grill.

A rundown of some African American pioneers in history

The film producer and cinema chain owner helped finance over 300 movies and gave directors such as Burt Kennedy and Samuel Fuller their starts.

Known as "The King of Jazz", the bandleader, composer, and violinist led one of the most popular dance orchestras of the 1920s and early 1930s.

Considered the first major TV star, the entertainer's eight-decade career spanned not only television but also films, radio, and the stage.

The fashion model turned entrepreneur is one of the richest women in the world, with over a billion dollars in retail sales as of 2021.

The rapper-singer-actress, born Dana Owens, has opened doors for women in the area of hip-hop music.

Fast facts about Bing Crosby and influential rock group The Band.

Known for her raspy voice, youthful looks, and hippie persona, the singer-songwriter is best known for her work with the band Fleetwood Mac and as a solo artist.