Over the years, Queen Latifah's fame and popularity have spanned across the nation. One of her biggest fans was her mother, Rita Owens, who stood by her through thick and thin, even during her struggles with weight.
Anjelica Huston and actor Ryan O’Neal were one of the stars whose romance had many hopes but turned out to be full of violence and abuse. Here’s what happened between both actors.
Hollywood icon Mickey Rooney may have been one of the highest-paid actors in the late '30s and early '40s, but he died penniless due to being a victim of elderly abuse.
Movie star Jackie Chan is a renowned global actor who has dominated Hollywood with his movies for decades. Sadly, his upbringing was more painful than anything else.
Frances Farmer lived a tumultuous life that included being committed to psychiatric hospitals by her mother and supposedly undergoing lobotomy. It is unclear if she ever experienced the latter, though.
When Sammy Davis Jr. and May Britt were married, it was taboo to do so as he was Black and she was White. Love prevailed, and before their divorce, they had three children, two of whom were adopted.
Even though Avery Brooks became nothing short of an icon for his outstanding portrayal of Benjamin Sisko in "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine," Hollywood blacklisted him.
Legendary Hollywood actor Robert Redford is a proud father of four children but has experienced personal tragedy following the deaths of two of his sons.
Janet Hubert, known by her alias Aunt Viv on the renowned NBC sitcom "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air," shocked all viewers when she abruptly quit the show. However, she later came out about why she made the rash decision.
Alfonso Ribeiro, who became a household name after playing Carlton Banks on "Fresh Prince of Bel-Air," has a daughter who seems to have inherited all his good looks. She recently teased fans with photos flaunting her killer curves.
Actor Marlon Brando had a successful career in Hollywood that spanned several decades, but his personal life was filled with a series of tragedies that almost overshadowed his career.
Dwayne Johnson's grandfather Peter "High Chief" Fanene Maivia and father Rocky "Soul Man" Johnson were both professional wrestlers. Young Johnson's first interest was, however, not in wrestling but in pro-football.
Lincoln Kilpatrick, Sr., was one of the acclaimed Hollywood actors in the late 1970s. The legendary icon passed away in 2004, leaving behind five talented children who continue his legacy in the entertainment industry. Meet them.
Even though they were separated, when Ryan O'Neal fell ill, his longtime love Farrah Fawcett came to his side. He also stayed by her side when she needed him till her last breath.
Damita Jo Freeman is a talented dancer best known for being on "Soul Train," but what many don't know is that she actually once angered Don Cornelius on the show.
Bobby Brown's marriage to Whitney Houston might have made headlines back in the day, but in more recent times, people have learned to accept his new relationship and marriage with Alicia Etheredge.
"The King of Comedy" Jerry Lewis sadly died in 2017 and "intentionally" left his six children out of his will. But his adorable daughter and manager Danielle was an eligible child in the actor's will.
When Academy Award-winning actress Mercedes Ruehl first met the son she had given up for adoption two decades ago, he was mistaken as her much-younger lover.
Just like her "The Partridge Family" character, Hollywood star Shirley Jones is a widow. She was married twice, and her first marriage was to Jack Cassidy. The actor died in 1976 in one of the most tragic ways. Find out what happened.
Late Hollywood icon Burt Reynold adored his only child Quinton, and even though he excluded him from his will before he passed, Burt ensured he would be well off financially.
Mark Harmon made a name for himself as an actor on long-running shows such as “St. Elsewhere," ''Chicago Hope,” and “NCIS,” but his charming looks are what endeared him to fans.
Sidney Poitier spent his formative years in Cat Island in the Bahamas. His early childhood was laden with extreme poverty, and his country people made do without electricity or running water.
"Shalamar" singer Jody Watley proves that aging is not all about living a quiet life; it also involves living life to the fullest while managing to look the best! Check out the intricacies of this ageless glamour and life after the band.
Scarlett Johannson came from a line of film creatives. Her paternal grandfather was a film producer and screenwriter while her mother worked as a film producer. Between 2018 and 2019, Johannson became one of the world's highest-paid actresses.
Renowned actor Robert De Niro is a proud father of six biracial children from different Black women. A week ago, the "Godfather" star was found enjoying a day out in New York City with his rarely-seen kids.
Actor Clint Eastwood separated from his wife Dina Eastwood nearly ten years ago. Their divorce sparked rumors of a heated argument between the two, which according to his daughter Alison, were inaccurate.
Derek Luke and his wife Sophia Adella Luke proved that love has no color or race. They’ve been together for 24 years and their love for their child and their religion are the keys to a successful long-lasting marriage.
John. F. Kennedy served as the 35th president of the US, elected to office in 1961. His tenure ended prematurely when he was assassinated towards the end of his third year in office.
Tom Cruise once did not see his daughter for over 100 days in 2012, however, the situation was a bit more complicated than the media might have portrayed.
Actor Ryan O’Neal has had a rocky relationship with his older children and went back and forth with them regarding their strenuous upbringing in their adult life.
Stevie Wonder and his first wife Syreeta Wright were more than just lovers, but they were close collaborators during their time together. She died after battling a disease in 2004 – here's what happened.
Elizabeth Taylor was known for her love life as well as her long acting career that spanned more than five decades. Of all her husbands, losing Mike Todd was the most crushing experience for the actress.
Despite getting divorced 20 years ago, Demi Moore and Bruce Willis remained friends in order to raise their three children. Their relationship is so strong they even quarantined as a family together!
Vin Diesel and Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson started as friends, but things got complicated over the years. Johnson recently addressed the conflict and why he believes they are "philosophically" different.
Gary Coleman's parents, Willie and Sue, not only had to go through the heartbreak of losing their son but felt they were robbed of saying their final goodbyes to the actor.
Keshia K. Pulliam and Brad James are experiencing marital bliss after getting hitched earlier this month. The proud couple shared an update on Instagram cuddling up next to one another in their first public photos since the ceremony.
Famed actress Tina Cole and fellow costar Don Grady had a special on-screen relationship as husband and wife. The pair made a bold move to share the same bed back in the '60s which was bizarre.
Robby Benson didn't only do well in the entertainment industry, he is also successful in other fields. Adding to the star's success are his children who also follow in his career path while blessing him with adorable grandchildren.
Entertainment guru, Quincy Jones, was married more than once. However, his marriage to Peggy Lipton seemed perfect, hence the shock when the couple publicly declared their divorce. Here is what went wrong in this fairytale union.
Meghan Markle may have been a Duchess for a while, but before the fame of being an actress and being a Royal, she had a regular job where she put her penmanship to good use.
In her lifetime, American actress Olivia Cole was married just once. Her only marriage was to actor Richard Venture. Meet the actor and find out about their marriage.
Actor Pierce Brosnan experienced a life-changing love for eleven years before it was snatched away by death. Thankfully, he managed to set his life back on track and found love again.
Lauren Bacall was Hollywood's 20th-greatest female star who received many awards for her acting expertise during her time. However, she had a down point when her sweetheart Humphrey Bogart got diagnosed with a disease he never recovered from.
Mark Harmon, best known for playing the lead character Leroy Jethro Gibbs in "NCIS," quit the show after 18 seasons. Following his decision, reports showed that a new 'Silver Fox' could be his replacement.
Before her demise, actress Kristin Nelson struggled with various issues, including drug and alcohol addiction. However, she faced the toughest challenge when she temporarily lost custody of her youngest child. How did it happen?
Late actor Jeff Conaway and his ex-girlfriend Victoria Spinoza had a tumultuous relationship over the years that included multiple restraining orders.
Actors Robert De Niro and Mickey Rourke have been feuding for years, their dispute stemming from a 1987 disagreement on the set of "Angel Heart," but even after years of squabbling, they don't seem to want to reach a common ground.
Philip McKeon is famous for his role in the 1976 CBS sitcom "Alice," but besides being a celebrated actor, and having plenty of roles in other movies, the former child actor is known by many as the brother to "Facts of Life" actress Nancy McKeon.
Fayard Nicholas and his brother, Harold Nicholas, will always be remembered fondly for their entertaining dance routines. However, Fayard had quite an exciting life outside of his professional one. Inside the life of the late dancer and actor.
Diana Ross is best known around the world for being a music icon, but what not a lot of people know is that she has two look-alike sisters that also have remarkable careers in different fields.
