J. Clarke articles

Jaw-Dropping Facts About Quincy Jones, An Unstoppable Music Icon

Quincy Jones once admitted to having 22 girlfriends at the same time—but the way he celebrated his second divorce was even more unhinged.
December 10, 2024 J. Clarke
Actress Sylvia Sidney (1910-1999) in a publicity shot from the 1930’s, United States.

Otherworldly Facts About Sylvia Sidney, The Actress With A Rollercoaster Life

Sylvia Sidney gained a reputation for being difficult and it destroyed her career. Then, in the 80s, in a strange twist of fate—it saved it.
November 22, 2024 J. Clarke
Racecar driver Niki Lauda shown here in pits.

Explosive Facts About Niki Lauda, The Godfather Of Formula One Racing

Some Formula One drivers simply can’t stay away from the track, even after absolutely horrific accidents. Niki Lauda was one.
October 22, 2024 J. Clarke
Picture shows Natacha Rambova, the wife of actor Rudolph Valentino.

Chaotic Facts About Natacha Rambova, The Queen Of Hollywood Scandal

Hollywood heartthrub Rudolph Valentino was so in love with Natacha Rambova that he actually went to jail just to marry her.
August 26, 2024 J. Clarke
Painting of Jeffrey Hudson

Jaw-Dropping Facts About Jeffrey Hudson, The “Queen’s Dwarf”

Jeffrey Hudson has gone down in history as the "Queen's Dwarf"—but one bloody duel destroyed his life forever.
August 12, 2024 J. Clarke
Portrait of June Carter

Intimate Facts About June Carter Cash, Country Music’s Original Lover Girl

This look at June Carter's tumultuous life is proof that even the most famous love stories are more twisted than they seem.
July 29, 2024 J. Clarke
Rosalind Russell (1907-1976), US actress, wearing a long dress with a black fur stole, circa 1940.

Tough Facts About Rosalind Russell, The Stubborn Starlet

Old Hollywood actress Rosalind Russell had no interest in playing sophisticated leading ladies, and this look at her unusual life might just explain why.
July 10, 2024 J. Clarke
Alan Wilson Playing The Guitar

Eye-Opening Facts About Alan Wilson, A Misunderstood Musical Genius

When the 27-year-old Alan Wilson's body was found in 1970, the mysterious circumstances surrounding his death made jaws DROP.
July 8, 2024 J. Clarke
Singer and guitarist Marc Bolan (1947 - 1977) of T-Rex poses in 1972.

Otherworldly Facts About Marc Bolan, The Prince Of Glam

Even though Marc Bolan is known for bringing androgyny and glitter to the dark, edgy world of rock, his own personal life was far from glamorous.
June 24, 2024 J. Clarke


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