The author, journalist, and filmmaker has written several books on well-known or lesser-known Hollywood figures, including books on Marlon Brando, tough-guy actor Lawrence Tierney, and the Three Stooges' Shemp Howard.

Fast facts about music legends Bing Crosby and Van Morrison.

A rundown of ad campaigns that more than just sold a particular product.

Active from 1951 to 1982, Mark VII Limited was the production company of Jack Webb, the creator and star of the hit series Dragnet.

Fun facts about the 1965 movie The Cincinnati Kid, starring Steve McQueen.

Widely regarded as the most influential surgeon general in American history, the onetime pediatric surgeon played a pivotal role in changing the public's attitudes about smoking, and was also known for his work on AIDS, abortion, and for his support of the disability rights movement.

Fast facts about entertainment icons William Shatner and Bing Crosby.

Known as the founder of Van Halen, the guitar virtuoso sold millions of albums and cemented himself in rock history.

The TV actress was best known for her portrayal of Flo on Alice, a role that earned two Golden Globe Awards, and later starred in her own series, Flo, which ran only two seasons.

The disc jockey and television host was a close friend of Elvis Presley, a friendship that began while they were in high school and lasted until Presley's death in 1977.