Hollywood's Original Train Wreck

Hollywood's Original Train Wreck


September 16, 2024 | Samantha Henman

Hollywood's Original Train Wreck


John Derek’s life was a tangle of bad decisions, even worse relationships, and career moves that never quite panned out.

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MOVIES
December 18, 2025 Jack Hawkins

Christmas Comedies That Are So Hilarious They'll Break The Tension At Even The Most Awkward Family Gathering

Discover the 25 most hilarious Christmas parody movies of all time in this fun, festive guide! From outrageous holiday spoofs to clever twists on classic Christmas tales, this list highlights the films that bring big laughs, nostalgic charm, and over-the-top holiday chaos. Perfect for movie lovers looking to add comedy and satire to their seasonal watchlist.
ACTORS
December 18, 2025 Peter Kinney

A lot of actors look back on their biggest roles with regret, even though everybody loved their characters.

For some stars, the roles they are most associated with also left them with regret, discomfort, or awkward memories. We explore actors whose most iconic roles didn't age how they hoped.
Lea Michele
ACTORS
December 18, 2025 Miles Brucker

Actors Who Almost Reached The Top, Then Their Careers Fell Apart

Fame rarely disappears all at once. For many stars, it eroded through stalled projects, damaged reputations, or changing audience tastes, leaving behind careers that once felt untouchable and now read like warnings etched into Hollywood history.
MUSIC
December 18, 2025 J. Clarke

When Sam Cooke was shot in a Los Angeles motel, the dream of a crossover soul star ended—and conspiracy theories began.

Sam Cooke had reached a rare place in American music. He wasn’t chasing relevance—he was defining it. His voice crossed boundaries, his songwriting deepened with each release, and his business instincts put him years ahead of his peers. Then, during one chaotic night in Los Angeles, everything unraveled. The official explanation came together quickly. Understanding it, however, has never been easy.
MUSIC
December 18, 2025 Jesse Singer

Is “Revolution 9” A Misunderstood Masterpiece—Or The Worst Thing The Beatles Ever Recorded?

Love it, hate it, fear it—everyone remembers the first time they stumbled into Revolution 9. It wasn’t catchy, it wasn’t comforting, and it definitely wasn’t “Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da.” But behind those loops, whispers, and sonic chaos lies one of the strangest gambles The Beatles ever took. Did the gamble pay off? Well… what do you think?
Jimmy Hawkins - Fb
ACTORS
December 18, 2025 Marlon Wright

The Only Actors From It's A Wonderful Life Who Are Still Alive In 2025

Every December, It’s a Wonderful Life finds new viewers and fresh emotions. Time has thinned its cast, but a handful of actors who shaped its legacy are still here, preserving stories that connect the film’s past to the present.

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