Raymond Burr, the famous actor, lived a private life while he was alive. He told many stories of tragedies that had struck him and his late wives throughout his life, but after his death, the public realized much of those tales were fabricated.
Gary Burghoff, the actor cherished for his role as Radar O'Reilly on "M*A*S*H," earned widespread praise for his performance. Behind the scenes, however, he grappled with insecurity over a physical disability that he worked hard to keep hidden.
I thought all the drama of leaving my ex would be over once he married the woman he cheated on me with. Years later, however, it all came crashing back shortly after he passed away.
Childbirth is probably one of the most painful things I have ever gone through, and I was counting on having my husband by my side throughout the entire thing. Instead, he berated me for embarrassing him. So I decided to teach him to respect me for the person I am.
With Pat Sajak announcing that he is stepping down as the host of "The Wheel of Fortune," Sony Productions announced they have enlisted Ryan Seacrest as his replacement. Here's a look at Seacrest's life in his Manhattan mansion.
A Texas teen who had been missing for eight years finally showed up outside a church. Now an adult male, the young man's family has taken him to the hospital, where he is recovering. He was found with numerous injuries but still clutching his dead brother's pendant.
While many of us marvel at the seemingly outlandish lifestyles so many celebrities seem to have, we often forget that they had to make a living before they reached the top levels of fame. Here's a look at what 14 different famous faces did before they became household names.
Gary Burghoff, the actor behind the beloved "M*A*S*H" character Radar O'Reilly, was praised for his role in the hit show. Everything was not as it seems, however, as he struggled with insecurity about a physical disability.
I've never loved anyone like I love Meredith, and I want to spend the rest of my life with her. But when I asked her friend, Lisa, for help picking a ring, Meredith texted me saying she was spending the day with Lisa. I didn't know how to confront her, but I'm glad I did it.
I didn't want to look after my grandson, don't get me wrong, he's an angel. But I had plans. Anyway, I took him with me, and now his mother is mad that I showed him Disney World. Was I wrong?
Raymond Burr, the famous actor, lived a private life while he was alive. He told many stories of tragedies that had struck him and his late wives throughout his life, but after his death, the public realized much of those tales were fabricated.
Every young kid should be excited to open their gifts on their birthday, which is why I was so concerned when my 5-year-old daughter refused to open hers from her grandparents. After pressing her for an answer, she finally spilled the beans.
A death in the family often brings people closer. When my grandpa died, it had the opposite effect. I had inherited my grandpa's old Chevy, but my mom forced me to sell it and split the money among my siblings. Years later, I bought it back and found a surprise Grandpa left me.
When no one's home, who's to say your house is truly as safe and sound as you think? When Laura receives a concerning call from her young daughter, she rushes home to find her abode in a wild state.
Have you ever had to deal with a nosy neighbor? Laura and Jack thought they built themselves the perfect life after moving into their dream home. But with the person next to you constantly trying to pry in their personal life, things were further from perfect than they had wanted.
An unplanned pregnancy can often be a miracle that draws a family closer. In Ryan's case, this is exactly what happened when his girlfriend fell pregnant, although it did mean the end of his relationship.
If you've ever tried to do something good for someone going through a tough time, just to have it thrown back into your face, you might know what Rebecca went through when her mother-in-law turned on her.
I'm Kelly. At 29, life had thrown its fair share of challenges my way, but none so tricky as losing both my parents. My brother, Jake, is 28, and we've been each other's rock through losing our mother and then our father later on. Little did we know, we'd have to face our stepmom together as well.
My husband started sleeping with his phone in his pocket. At first, I told myself it was just paranoia, that maybe he was just being overly cautious with his pricey new gadget. But as I would soon learn, Mark was being overly cautious with his phone for a reason.
Jennifer Garner and her boyfriend, John Miller, were seen making a rare, heartwarming appearance, holding hands, that left fans in awe of their apparent chemistry.
Marrying into a new family can be difficult. It can be tricky to earn all the family members' respect, adjust to their traditions, and avoid unnecessary conflict. Here's how Aleah finally secured her place in her husband's family.
Sometimes, you meet someone in your darkest hours who just makes life better. My saving grace was an old rescue dog with one eye and one paw missing. But what was I supposed to do when my girlfriend wanted to get rid of him?
How would you deal with a meddling mother-in-law? Jennie found the perfect new sister after marrying her husband, but her MIL just couldn't let her daughter marry who she wanted. So, Jennie stepped in to help her SIL fight off her nosy mom.
What would you do if your strict, mean grandmother traded your clothes for cooking utensils? This woman never thought she would have to answer this question, but came up with a good form of retaliation.
Working hard despite a background that doesn't lend itself well to excelling in the world can be difficult. Emma found out first-hand how her upbringing held her back and had to make a tough choice about whether she wanted to cut ties with her parents.
The straw that broke the camel's back came when Lanie finished breastfeeding her and her husband's new baby, just to find out her husband and his mother had eaten all the food. On top of that, he demanded Lanie wash the dishes.
Have you ever been disrespected by a family member in your own home? Shani realized she had to set some new boundaries when her mother-in-law started to question what she used in her cooking.
How would you react if you found incriminating texts on your partner's phone? Jenna found exactly that, although the texts were on a secret phone her partner had hid in their car.
Small things can often bring about extraordinary changes. When Alex bought his wife, Janie, a dress she wanted but in a small size, the pair got into a huge fight that would ultimately lead to the end of their marriage.
Barbara Rush had died at 97. She enjoyed being a grandmother to twins, having family trips, and even going on romantic dates at her advanced age. Unfortunately, her health declined with time.
Parents are meant to support our dreams and encourage us to do our best. Jack's mom disowned him for wanting to be an artist, however, and later showed up in his life again, claiming she was responsible for his talent.
What would you do if you found out your fiance had been cheating on you? Jennifer had to decide whether she would go through with their marriage after finding out the man she was engaged to had been seeing her sister behind her back.
Have you ever had an unwanted guest who overstayed their welcome? I had to deal with my father-in-law, who constantly belittled me and my career. Eventually, I had to take drastic measures.
I was so excited to share the news of my pregnancy with our family, but my mother-in-law's response to my pregnancy announcement left me with the wind knocked out of my sails. Then, when I had my kids, she insisted they call her by a name other than "Grandma," and it made my blood boil.
Have you ever caught someone in a lie, but they refused to come clean? Well, when my future mother-in-law stole my engagement ring, I found out exactly how to deal with her.
Everyone loves a story about a happy family reunion. Well, when I met my biological sister for the first time, it was everything you wouldn't want in a happy story. See, we were both sent into the foster system at an early age, and when she heard I had a big family, she wanted to reconnect.
Have you ever felt left out of a social situation? Well, recently, I was so embarrassed when my mother-in-law seemingly left me out of a family dinner on purpose. But I came up with a sly way to turn the situation around.
It's good for family to be close. but when Cindy found out her cousin, Yvonne, was having an affair with her husband, that took on a different meaning. So, she had to decide whether she's sever her marriage and break up the family in the process.
I've been patient, but it didn't seem like my neighbors were going to calm down any time soon. So, I took matters into my own hands. It may seem drastic, but I think it was the right thing to do.
Do you have that one outfit, that one shirt, or that one hoodie that you just won't let go of? Well, for me, it was my prom dress, the first dress that made me really feel beautiful. Imagine my shock upon seeing my mom, sister, and grandmother planning to cut it up.
When Natalie finally found a dress that was not only to her taste, but also fit her budget, she was sure her family would be glad for her. But her soon-to-be mother-in-law had other plans for what the bride would wear.
Leaving your kids with someone else can be nerve-wracking, but leaving them with your own mom should be fine. At least. that's usually the case. I found out my mom couldn't be trusted to look after my kid.
A good family vacation can be one of the most wonderful things. On the other hand, family vacations can also go completely awry and become a sore spot for years. That's exactly what happened to Lisa.
Boundaries are extremely important in any relationship, and even more so when a baby is involved. Angie learned this the hard way when her mother-in-law, Sally, wouldn't stop knocking on her door at inopportune times.
How far would you go to defend your friends? It may seem like an easy question, but how easy would it really be to choose between a best friend and family?
Family first, always. That's my motto. After the death of my parents, my younger sister and I became increasingly close, seeing as I became her guardian. I thought my girlfriend, her brother, and the two of us could all be one big happy family until I heard how they really felt about us.
How far would you go to discipline your kids? At what age should you stop correcting their behavior? And how would you react when your adult child steals from his sibling? These are all questions I had to find answers to when my son suddenly took his sister's treasured possession.
Witnessing the doctor whose work she has admired for a while turn pale at the sight of a patient, a nurse decides to delve into the physician's past. Upon hearing a twisted tale from his childhood, she sees her idol in a new light.
Melissa Sloan, a mom from Wales, was forced to watch her children's nativity play through a window after the school banned her because of her appearance. She also struggles to find work and has been banned from numerous local establishments.
Roseanne Barr made a comeback after being canceled in 2018. She looked fantastic in a photo with long hair and makeup after flirting with Rihanna's boyfriend, A$AP Rocky. Barr revealed how her TV daughter, Sara Gilbert, reportedly "destroyed" her life.
