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20 facts you might not know about 'The Shawshank Redemption'

Want to know more about the film that snowballed into a populist juggernaut? Here is some trivia about “Shawshank Redemption.”

Celebrities who don't believe in God

The existence of God or some form of higher being has been debated for most of human history. While we're obviously not going to try to settle the matter once and for all, we are going to show you that the question has also flummoxed many of your favorite celebs! These are the famous faces who have openly declared that they do not believe in a God. Click on to find out who they are.

'That '70s Show' actor convicted on two counts of rape: Find out what happened to the rest of the cast

Find out what the actors and actresses of 'That '70s Show' are up to now.

The bizarre reasons why actors turned down roles

It is true that many actors have turned down roles in successful movies. Indeed, many had legitimate reasons to turn down the parts, such as other work commitments and conflicting schedules, to name a few. Though other actors did turn down roles for somewhat bizarre reasons. Did you know, for instance, that Liam Neeson refused to play James Bond because, if he did, his fiancée would not marry him? Yup! In this gallery, you'll find many other examples of actors who turned down roles for the most bizarre reasons. Click on!

Best Western TV Shows to enjoy right now

The best Western and cowboy TV shows to watch now.

Meryl Streep: "this is how you get happy"

Meryl Streep: "this is how you get happy"

The 25 most underappreciated music cues in film history

Many of the greatest songs in pop history are inseparable from their usage in classic films. "The Sound of Silence" in "The Graduate," "Jumpin' Jack Flash" in "Mean Streets," "Stuck in the Middle with You" in "Reservoir Dogs"...

Every 'One Tree Hill' Celebrity Guest Star You Totally Forgot About

In the long, long years since 'One Tree Hill' called it quits, I've spotted its biggest stars in a handful of shows, but it's the former guest stars I see everywhere. Seems like 'OTH' was a great place to launch your career.

Fired 'Good Morning America' anchor accused of affair with co-worker plants one on him in NYC, more PDA from the stars in 2023

See the best PDA photos of the stars in 2023.

The most devious celebrity revenge stories

All of us have, at some low point in our lives, felt the burning desire to exact revenge on someone who has crossed us, and celebrities are no different. It could be an ex (we're looking at you, Shakira!), an entire publication, a corporation, organization, or broadcaster—no matter the size of the offender, there are more ways to get back at them than you can count! Usually when it comes to the desire for revenge, it's all about resisting the urge to go low, or else it's about picking the most ingenious low road you can find... Plus, with access to money, cameras, huge fan bases, and more, the last people you want to tick off are celebrities. Add that to the fact that these are highly creative people, and you've got a recipe for some of the most devious revenge stories you've ever heard. Curious? Click through to be impressed (and slightly concerned)!

Cursed: The dark side of the Kennedy family

The Kennedy family tree is extensive, complex, and powerful. The first generation of 'celebrity' Kennedys was that of John F. Kennedy and his eight siblings, which included his brothers Robert and Ted who joined him in politics, and his sisters, Kathleen, Jean, and Rosemary. John F. Kennedy was first elected to the US House of Representatives in 1947, and since then there hasn’t been more than a two-year period where a Kennedy wasn't holding office. The Kennedys are leaders, politicians, ambassadors, captains of industry, philanthropists, and environmental activists. At the same time, they’re seen as reckless philanderers, drug abusers, scandal-mongers, and, perhaps, the victims of a curse. Click through the following gallery to see why the Kennedys have such a complicated reputation and why many believe them to be cursed.

Leah Remini's Battle With Scientology Through the Years: It's 'Truly Evil'

Telling her story. Leah Remini has been an outspoken critic of the Church of Scientology since she left the controversial religion in 2013. The actress was brought into the church as an 8-year-old after her mother converted. During a 2015 20/20 interview, Remini talked about her experience growing up as a Scientologist. “The mission is to save the planet and because Scientologists view children as spiritual beings, you’re not treated as a kid. You’re given a lot of responsibility, and so your ego becomes extremely inflated,” the King of Queens alum claimed to ABC News’ Dan Harris at the time. Remini’s decision to leave Scientology ultimately came down to her then-9-year-old daughter, Sofia. “She was getting to the age where the acclimations into the church would have to start,” the Old School actress told BuzzFeed in 2014, adding that she didn’t want to repeat her own mother’s mistakes. In order to view the video, please allow Manage Cookies “I grew up resenting my mother because she was never home. My mom thought she was doing something good; she thought she was helping the planet. That’s what the church tells you,” Remini explained. “I was saying ‘family first,’ but I wasn’t showing that. I didn’t like the message that sent my daughter.” The New York native has never shied away from speaking publicly about her history with Scientology. In 2015, the organization fired back. “Given Leah Remini’s insatiable desire for attention, it comes as no surprise that for two years she has been incapable of moving on with her life and remains obsessed with shamelessly exploiting her former religion in a pathetic attempt to get publicity,” a spokesperson for the Church of Scientology told Us Weekly at the time. Despite the backlash, the Handsome actress didn’t stop talking about her experience. She penned a 2015 memoir titled Troublemaker: Surviving Hollywood and Scientology and produced the A&E docuseries Leah Remini: Scientology and the Aftermath. When the Emmy-winning series concluded in 2019 after three seasons, the Church of Scientology released a statement to Us denouncing the content. “Finally, A&E pulled the plug on Leah Remini’s hate machine,” the statement read, claiming the show was full of “lies, distortions and exhortations to hate and bigotry.” Although Remini told The Hollywood Reporter in 2019 that she wasn’t sure if making the docuseries helped her heal, she does feel a responsibility to speak out about her experiences — and about other members of the religion. When Laura Prepon left Scientology in 2021 without much fanfare, Remini was critical of how the That ‘70s Show alum handled her exit. “For those of us who were in the public eye and who were speaking on behalf of Scientology, getting people into Scientology, I feel that we have a responsibility to do the work when we find out that none of those things we were doing was not only [not] helpful, but damaging and very harmful to people’s lives,” the “Scientology: Fair Game” podcaster said during a September 2021 interview with Daily Blast Live. Sign up for Us Weekly's free, daily newsletter and never miss breaking news or exclusive stories about your favorite celebrities, TV shows and more! Scroll through for a timeline of Remini’s battle with the Church of Scientology over the years:

Actors who asked to be written out of hit TV shows

It's almost concerning how heartbroken we feel when a favorite character gets written out of a TV show. We spend so much time getting invested in their story, and suddenly they just move away or die in a random car accident! There are a few cases where actors were fired due to bad behavior, but oftentimes it's their own choice to leave. It's hard to imagine why a star would walk away from a show at the height of its success. Let's find out why these actors made that difficult choice. Be warned, when a character gets written out they aren't usually sent to live out the rest of their lives on a beautiful farm. There will be dramatic spoilers ahead! Click through the gallery to get started.

Actors who have the most acting Oscar nominations without winning

They say it’s an honor just to be nominated for an Oscar. Still, we bet it’s even better to win.

What The Chuck? Charles Barkley’s cringiest quips

Tragic Loss: 10 Celebrities Who Died Before Turning 30

Although these great stars died young, they left an indelible mark on the music industry and Hollywood, ensuring that their legacies will endure and they will forever remain eternally young in our memories.They left us too soonIf they had lived, their careers would likely have reached the pinnacle of success.

Artists that wrote iconic songs in their teens

Songwriting is a renowned skill that very few artists master. Record labels pay millions for songwriters to craft catchy tunes for their artists. Indeed, most musicians who achieve fame from a young age usually have the music and lyrics written for them, but not all. It usually takes years to hone the craft of songwriting, but some artists had a gift for songwriting from the very beginning. Hayley Williams was just 17 years old by the time she had written, recorded, and released her first album with her pop-punk band Paramore. Their second album, 2007's 'Riot!,' was the defining record for a generation of teens, and its influence can still be felt today in the work of young artists like Olivia Rodrigo. The band took an extended break after releasing their last album, 'After Laughter,’ in 2017. Seven years later, they're finally back. 'This is Why' was released on Feb. 10 to the delight of Paramore stans everywhere. The album delves into the anxious and tentative return to life after the pandemic, while the world seems to be more unstable than ever. Williams has described it as the band's most political record to date. By the time these musicians had reached the age of 20, they had written some of the most iconic songs that we know and love. Click through to discover which artists wrote iconic songs in their teen years.

The 35 best and worst looks of the 2023 Vanity Fair Oscar Party

Take a look back at the 35 best and worst celeb style moments from the 2023 Vanity Fair Academy Awards Viewing Party and afterparty.

Princess Eugenie welcomes second child — find out his name and who inspired it — plus more stars who had babies in 2023

See all the celebrities who gave birth, expanded their families or revealed happy baby news in 2023.

Country singer apologizes to pregnant wife who filed for divorce weeks before sexual assault claims emerged, more splits of 2023

Take a look back at all the celebrity couples who called it quits in 2023 -- or whose breakups came to light this year.

The best drummers of all time: the Top 20

Among the rankings published by the well-known US magazine 'Rolling Stone' is one of the 100 best drummers of all time.In making this list, 'Rolling Stone' took into consideration above all the ability of the various drummers to enhance songs and their ability to become innovators in the use of this musical instrument. In any case, it is only fair to remember: although it is a ranking, there is nothing more subjective than music and everyone has their own tastes and preferences.

The endless list of tragic Playmate deaths

One of the most famous deaths associated with Playboy is that of Anna Nicole Smith. Smith famously married billionaire businessman J. Howard Marshall a year before his death at the age of 90, and ended up in a lengthy legal battle with his children over the inheritance of his fortune. The Netflix documentary 'Anna Nicole Smith: You Don't Know Me' delves into the complicated life of the former Playboy Playmate. She was a larger-than-life character who was media gold back in the '90s and early 2000s, but the documentary shows another side to the blonde bombshell whose life ended so prematurely. Smith died of an accidental drug overdose in 2007 at the age of 39, less than a year after her 20-year-old son died under the same circumstances. Mystery shrouds the gruesome ends that far too many Playboy Playmates seem to have met. To learn more about Smith's story and that of other ill-fated Playmates, check out this gallery and read about the tragic, bizarre, and often unexplained deaths of the celebrity models who were ultimately destined for disaster.

Every Mel Brooks Movie You Can Enjoy

Here are all the movies directed by Mel Brooks.

The 30 best Rolling Stones songs that weren't No. 1 hits

They’ve had eight number-one hits in the United States, which is fewer than the Beatles but quite impressive. However, that means the Rolling Stones have several notable songs that never hit number one.

'Yellowstone' star mortgaging his house to get $100M project funded, more news

MTV alum placed on psychiatric hold at mental health facility, Britney Spears didn't know who Mick Jagger was, more news.

The major film debuts of movie stars

Everybody has to start somewhere. That’s certainly true for actors, who all have their first roles. Sometimes it’s a pretty notable one that becomes a part of film lore.

Half a century of greatness: 30 stars turning 50 in 2023

As time marches on, celebrities and public figures we once saw as wunderkind, teen sensations, or emerging stars have become the faces of their generations, enduring icons of the stage, screen, and life as a whole. In 2023, some of the biggest stars of our times will be completing their 50th revolution around the sun. Some we've known since they were children, others have only recently found the spotlight, but we should join all of them in celebration of their special day. Read on to find out which of your favorite celebs is turning 50 in 2023!

Who is the most vile Bond villain?

There are many aspects to a great Bond film, but consider the villain and/or the henchmen as one of the most important parts. Here are the greatest villains ranked in 007 history.

Ray Liotta's cause of death confirmed a year after he died, more news

Kim Zolciak divorcing amid financial woes, Taylor Swift and rumored beau exchanging secret messages on stage, more news for May 8, 2023.

Ron Howard movies, ranked

Whether or not you’re a fan, we’ve decided to rank all of the movies that Howard has directed in his illustrious career.

Monica Lewinsky actress marries producer in summer camp-themed nuptials, more weddings of 2023

Take a look back at all the celebrity couples who got married in 2023 -- or whose weddings came to light this year.

These gorgeous actresses are in their 70s and beyond

In the past, female actresses had a difficult time staying in the spotlight once they reached a certain age. While it's still a challenge for women over 40 to find interesting roles even today, there are many icons of cinema who have remained on our screens into their 70s and beyond. Not only are they incredibly talented and successful, they prove that beauty is ageless. Click through the gallery for a look at the women of Hollywood who have been rocking it for decades!

Victoria's Secret model says yes to another NFL player weeks after finalizing divorce and announcing pregnancy, more stars who got engaged in 2023

Take a look back at all the celebrity couples who got engaged in 2023 -- or whose engagements came to light this year.

King Charles III is getting rid of his home in Wales — and Prince William doesn't want it either — plus more royal residences of the British monarchy

See where members of Britain's royal family live.

Bravo star reveals his daughter was among the first babies born to a gestational surrogate in New York, more stars who used surrogates

See which Hollywood stars and other celebrities have used surrogates to grow their families.

'Extremely humbled, grateful' - Watch: Kathleen Folbigg breaks silence, says pardon is 'victory for science'

"For the last 20 years I have been in prison I have forever and always think of my children."

Oscar winner shares that 'my children are all queer,' more stars with LGBTQ children

See which stars have supported their lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and nonbinary kids -- and the few who haven't.

'Struggling': Lewis Capaldi cancels everything amid health fears

"I need to take a moment to rest and recover."

Head-turning Oscar looks that are still considered controversial today

The best Oscars looks are the ones that are still talked about decades later

Country singers when they were young

See dozens of major country music stars when they were young.

Celebrity worst date stories that are sure to make you laugh (or cry)

Bad dates can be scarring. They can make you lose faith in the search for love, or tear down your own self-esteem. They're absolutely terrible to experience, and, yet, they make for the best stories. No matter how bad a date goes, there is always the benefit of having great content to share with your friends for a good laugh. Lucky for us, many celebrities have had positively horrendous dates, which they've also turned into some fun content for us. Click through to read about your favorite celebrities' worst date stories.

13 Great Silent Films

Check out these silent movies.

The 20 Most Famous Supermodels of the '90s

The '90s brought us "The Big Six." Need we say more?

Things you didn't know about Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's 'Sherlock Holmes'

In 1887, Scottish author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle created one of the most famous fictional detectives in the world: Sherlock Holmes. Originally envisaged by Doyle as a one-off, Holmes quickly became one of the most important literary characters of all time. Armed with extraordinary powers of acute deduction and observation to solve crime, the super sleuth with a penchant for pipes and deerstalker caps captured the imagination of the public around the world. But Doyle was dismissive of his music-loving gumshoe, his mind instead engaged in law and medicine. In fact, the author even tried to kill off his private investigator a few years later! So, what prompted Conan Doyle to put pen to paper, and who was the inspiration behind Sherlock Holmes? Click through for clues and a history of the mystery.

Celebrating the life and career of Doris Day

On May 13, 2019, Doris Day passed away at 97 years old in her California home. A Hollywood screen legend, Day was the quintessential all-American girl. A huge film and music star during the 1950s and 1960s, Day's squeaky clean image and honey-toned voice made her one of the most popular entertainers of the 20th century. She had rarely been seen in public in the last years of her life, however as a passionate advocate of animal rights Day kept herself busy at home promoting the welfare of wildlife around the world through her Doris Day Animal Foundation. Browse this gallery and recall the life and work of America's original "girl next door."

Spanish princess Leonor joins army

Spanish princess Leonor joins army

12 Great '80s Slasher Movies

'80s Slasher movies are the best kind of slasher movies, here are the best.

Famous musicians who are self-taught

These musicians took no liberties in learning their instruments all by themselves. The performers on this list, who are some of the most renowned music artists of all time, either didn't have the opportunity to have lessons or completely rejected the opportunity to have formal training, going it alone instead. If you're wondering which of the world's most iconic musicians are self-taught, click through the gallery to find out.

Members of successful bands who broke out as solo acts

Being in a successful band is probably nice. Some artists hope for something more, though. Specifically, something more personal.

The best fictional films from real films

Sometimes art reflects life. Take, for example, all the fake movies that exist in real movies. Sometimes you watch a film and it’s about the making of a movie.