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Victoria Eugenie Facts

The Hated Queen Of Spain

Although she remained cool and collected in times of peril, Princess Victoria Eugenie had demons nipping at her heels.
September 30, 2024 Samantha Henman
Alexandra of Denmark Facts

Queen Alexandra of Denmark's "Fairy Tale" Life Was A Lie

Alexandra of Denmark was a rags-to-riches royal and the unlikeliest fashion icon of all time. But as her fortunes—and outfits—changed, her life became one marred by tragedy after tragedy. Join us as we delve into the captivating life story of Alexandra of Denmark, revealing the profound journey that led her to the esteemed position of Queen.
September 30, 2024 Samantha Henman
Edwina Mountbatten Facts

The Royal Rebel

Edwina Mountbatten and her husband were England’s power couple—yet they hid bombshell secrets. Papers blasted their many affairs, but FBI files revealed the depravities went much deeper.
September 23, 2024 Samantha Henman
Empress Elisabeth Facts

Empress Elisabeth Was Exquisite, Vicious—And Doomed

One day, the mysterious and reclusive Empress Elisabeth’s husband asked her what she wanted for a gift. Her response was so disturbing, it’s impossible to forget.
September 23, 2024 Samantha Henman
King George III Facts

The Mad King Who Lost America

King George III’s fall into madness baffled his doctors, and remains unclear today. But modern historians may have finally found the twisted cause for his illness.
September 23, 2024 Samantha Henman
Jackie Kennedy Facts

The Ugly Truth About Jackie O

Decades after her time in the White House, Jackie Kennedy is still seen as one of the most popular First Ladies in US history. With her iconic style, tragic romances, and high-key messed up family, Jackie’s life was always going to be the stuff of soap operas. But what was she like behind the infamous bloodstained Chanel suit? Strap in as we unpack Jackie O's jaw-dropping life story.
September 16, 2024 Samantha Henman
Queen Victoria Facts

Queen Victoria's Secrets

The “Victorian” Era contained some of the most dazzling and darkest moments of English history, but who was the monarch behind the glorious name? Queen Victoria led a nation for longer than anyone before her—and it was a reign full of personal scandal, tragedy, and heartache.
September 16, 2024 Samantha Henman
Lee Miller Seated On A Boat Deck

History's Disappearing Woman

The brave, iconoclastic Lee Miller was many things—model, muse, artist, and more. Yet the more she pushed herself, the higher the price she paid.
August 26, 2024 Samantha Henman
Aristotle Onassis Facts

Aristotle Onassis Couldn’t Escape The Kennedy Curse

When Jackie Kennedy found out Aristotle Onassis was cheating on her, she hopped on a plane to confront him. She had one demand to make—and it was utterly bizarre.
August 26, 2024 Samantha Henman
Wallis Simpson Facts

Wallis Simpson’s Fairy Tale Turned Into A Nightmare

In the 1930s, Wallis Simpson got a daily bouquet at her door—not from her husband, former King Edward VII, but her secret lover. And that was the least of it. Her lover’s identity could topple the kingdom.
August 26, 2024 Samantha Henman
Lee Radziwill Facts

The American Princess With A Stunning End

In the 1970s, Lee Radziwill was due to walk down the aisle and marry businessman Newton Cope. Then, Lee’s sister Jackie Kennedy phoned up the groom—and her one call destroyed everything.
August 19, 2024 Samantha Henman
Olive Oatman Facts

Olive Oatman’s Real-Life Horror Story

Abducted by the tribe that killed her family, Olive Oatman’s life was never the same. But when she finally returned home, a more terrifying nightmare awaited her.
August 19, 2024 Samantha Henman


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