Born on August 16, 1958, in New York City, Angela Bassett was brought up by a single mother in St. Petersburg, Florida. Bassett's early life was marked with struggles, which she overcame through her intense passion for the arts. She pursued a Bachelor's degree in African-...
Born on April 18, 1947, in Vernal, Utah, he showed an early interest in acting which led him to pursue a degree in Political Science from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). However, his unquenchable thirst for acting led him to drop out and move to New York City, where ...
When the supermodel competed in the 2021 NYC Marathon, it marked the 10th anniversary of her first time running the five-borough race. It was also the first marathon she ran with her and husbandEd Burns’ daughter,Grace, who was born in 2003. Burns finished in 4:01:20, while her daugh...
There is a whole lot of star power on display in this gallery. We feature 29 celebrities who were born in Upstate New York. Many of the names are instantly familiar, such as Lucille Ball and Kirk Douglas, but it is the lesser known stars that are the most fun. You will recognize most...
On March 19, actor Daniel Dae Kimannounced he had tested positive for coronavirus, posting a video on Instagram to share the news. Prior to his diagnosis, Kim was in New York on the set of NBC’s seriesNew Amsterdam. Production of the show has since been postponed. Kim addressed his fol...
"Andriessen lives with his wife Jeanette Yanikian, a guitar player whom he met while studying in the Hague 40 years ago, in a vast fourth floor apartment in Amsterdam by the Keizersgracht, looking out over the canals. Having decided not to have children they are devoted to their two cats ...
Somalia, a country steeped in rich cultural history, has produced individuals who have left their mark on the world. With talents ranging from politics to modeling, activism, and sports, these celebrities born in Somalia have made lasting impressions within their sectors. Somalia has firmly establis...
Born in New York City on April 4, 1932, to stage actor Osgood Perkins and Janet Esselstyn Rane, Perkins embarked on his acting career during the Golden Age of Hollywood, honing his craft at The Actors Studio. Initially, Perkins gained recognition for his compelling performances in stage ...
Born in New York City and raised in Leonia, New Jersey, Anthony Bourdain was an influential figure known for his compelling storytelling and love of global cuisine. A graduate of the renowned Culinary Institute of America, Bourdain spent several years honing his culinary skills in various kitchens...
Born in 1983 in New York City, actor and comedian Michael Che was the youngest of 7 children. He was born and raised on Manhattan's Lower East Side, and attended the prestigious Fiorello LaGuardia High School of Music & Performing Arts. Che's full name was Michael Che Campb...