Miles Brucker articles

When Olivia de Havilland passed on July, 26, 2020, we lost the last true movie star. This Golden Age actress was a queen of Hollywood—and she had all the catty feuds, illicit scandals, iconic roles, and steamy romances to prove it. With a life like this, how could anyone possibly forget the name Olivia de Havilland?

Whether from her days on Broadway, through her performance as Maude Findlay or as one of the iconic Golden Girls, Bea Arthur was a star known by generations of viewers. As an actress, she was formidable, commanding the screen with a droll power. As a person, however, she preferred her privacy. All in all, Arthur was known to have an attitude that often got her in trouble.

An American titan and a worldwide icon, as more and more of his questionable dealings and troubling associations come to light, Walt Disney's story has gotten a lot more complicated in recent years. He brought so much joy into this world—but the chilling darkness behind his magical persona is always looming. Whatever you think, one thing is for sure: Almost 60 years after his death, we're still living in Walt Disney's world today.

Layne Staley has been recognized by many sources as one of the most talented and unique voices of 90s grunge; he has also been memorialized and honored by many of his fellow musicians. Despite his talent, Staley spent much of his life haunted by demons. Although he ultimately succumbed to them, what fans and those who love him remember is his talented and beautiful soul. Let’s dive into the beauty and tragedy of Layne Staley's life.

The story of Ricky Nelson is one of fame, fortune, and tragedy. Born to be a celebrity, he became the world’s first teen idol and a rock and roll icon by the time he was 17. His rise to fame was meteoric, and his fall was just as fast.

Some may say that folk singer Joan Baez is a woman who “doth protest too much”. She has, after all, gotten herself involved in almost every conflict in the last half-century. But Baez is the real deal, as she has bravely gone to prison and visited dangerous, war-torn countries—all in the name of making the world a better place.

While most actors dream of landing big paydays, some of Hollywood's biggest names have shocked the industry by walking away from massive checks. Whether motivated by principle, passion projects, or personal reasons, these stars turned down roles or deals that could have padded their bank accounts—proving that not everything is about the money. Here are some of the most fascinating examples.

Television thrives on risk, but some gambles come at a price. A single twist can shatter years of character development or shift a beloved show into something nearly unrecognizable.