Rachel Seigel articles

Mary Shelley Facts
June 26, 2024 Rachel Seigel

Gothic Facts About Mary Shelley, The Woman Behind Frankenstein

Mary Shelley went on to make a name from herself beyond her famous parents, and is of course best known for her gothic horror novel Frankenstein: or, The Modern Prometheus. On January 1, 2018, Frankenstein celebrated its bicentennial, and continues to influence on all facets of pop culture today.
Rita Moreno Facts
June 26, 2024 Rachel Seigel

Fiery Facts About Rita Moreno, The Hollywood Survivor

From West Side Story to Jane the Virgin, Rita Moreno has been a screen fixture for decades—but few know her dark history.
Katharine Hepburn Facts
June 26, 2024 Rachel Seigel

Spirited Facts About Katharine Hepburn, Hollywood Trailblazer

As one of the few stars to make it to her 90s, Katharine Hepburn seemed like one of the lucky ones—but few know the disturbing details of her final years.
Portrait Of Gene Kelly Wearing A Suit
June 26, 2024 Rachel Seigel

Toe-Tapping Facts About Gene Kelly, Hollywood's King Of Dance

All of America fell in love with the dashing Gene Kelly's dance moves—but few very people knew this legendary actor's dark history.
Carole Lombard Facts
June 17, 2024 Rachel Seigel

Glam Facts About Carole Lombard, The Profane Angel Of Old Hollywood

Carole Lombard was rushing back to her husband Clark Gable when the flight she was on crashed—and the reason for her urgency is utterly devastating.
Pola Negri Facts
June 11, 2024 Rachel Seigel

Seductive Facts About Pola Negri, The Original Femme Fatale

In the 1920s, Pola Negri and her exotic, sensual looks scandalized audiences—but few people know the femme fatale's even darker history.
Cary Grant Facts
May 10, 2024 Rachel Seigel

Messy Facts About Cary Grant, The Iconic Leading Man

Cary Grant Facts. Cary Grant is old Hollywood’s most iconic leading man. But, like any star from his era, his life was filled with scandal and intrigue.