How Paparazzi Work

Aggressively armed with the latest tech and photography gizmos, these folks are the thorns in the sides of most celebs. Take a peek inside the lives of some of our most vilified cultural characters.

How Tabloids Work

Do you ever think “How do they get away with that?!” while standing in the supermarket check-out? Tabloids turn small bits of possibly true events into incredible stories, but they also know where to draw the line. Find out how tabloids avoid lawsuits and still manage to publish those wacky page-turners.

Marilyn Monroe as Icon

Marilyn Monroe is an icon of pop culture; her enduring image still inspires fans many years after her death. She was a star who left a fascinating legacy and an undeniable effect on Hollywood.

Marilyn Monroe's Early Career

Marilyn Monroe got her first bit part in the musical comedy "Scudda Hoo! Scudda Hay!" Check out her other early movies as we trace the rise of her acting career.

Marilyn Monroe's Early Life

Marilyn Monroe was born Norma Jeane Mortensen in Los Angeles in 1926. How did this shy young girl end up as Hollywood's most iconic starlet?

Marilyn Monroe's Final Years

Marilyn Monroe's final years included personal and professional disappointments and ended with her death under mysterious circumstances. Find out about the later years and untimely death of Marilyn Monroe.

Marilyn Monroe's Later Career

Marilyn Monroe's later career included such films as "The Seven Year Itch" and "How to Marry a Millionaire." During her later career Marilyn Monroe also married and divorced Joe DiMaggio and married Arthur Miller. Read all about Marilyn Monroe's later films and her life.

12 Hollywood Celebrities Who Have Made Ads in Japan

Being featured in ads in Japan is one way for celebrities to make a buck. Making ads in Japan is also appealing because the reputations of celebrities are protected by secrecy clauses. See our list of 12 Hollywood celebrities who have made ads in Japan.

13 Famous People Who Were Adopted

A number of famous people were orphaned, fostered, or adopted at an early age. Learn about celebrities who went on to be famous after being adopted, including Babe Ruth, Jamie Foxx, Faith Hill, and others.

13 Top-Earning Dead Celebrities

Some celebrities earn more after they die than while they were living. Read about the 13 top-earning dead celebrities and how much they made in 2006.

9 Stars Who Turned Down Memorable Roles

Stars sometimes turn down roles that become memorable. Learn about the memorable roles turned down by stars like Will Smith and Gwyneth Paltrow.

Last Movies of 9 Noteworthy Stars

Though they made their initial marks with earlier work, deceased film stars are often remembered most for their final films. The last role is memorable because it offers viewers a final glimpse of the star. Read our list of nine noteworthy stars and their last films.

Marilyn Monroe

Marilyn Monroe was the most celebrated actress of her time and an object of lust for both the President and the common man. More than forty years after her death, her legend still endures.

Real Names of 26 Vintage Film Stars

Vintage film stars did not always go by their real names. Some of the most famous celebrities changed their name before they hit success because their names sounded too ethnic or were hard to pronounce. Read our list of 26 film stars and their actual names.

Former Jobs of 12 Celebrities

Some celebrities, including Jason Lee, Clint Eastwood, Dave Letterman, weren't always rich and famous. At one time, they had regular jobs, too. Check out these former jobs of these 12 celebrities.