Episode guide
Biography: Season 11
25 episodes · premiered Sep 8, 1999
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- Episode 1: Drew Barrymore: Beating the Odds Sep 8, 1999 Discover the life of the actress who grew up in the glare of Hollywood fame and fought her way back from personal turmoil to become one of the industry’s most resilient and beloved…
- Episode 2: Fred Gwynne: More Than a Munster Oct 19, 1999 Fred Gwynne: More than a Munster offers a warm, revealing portrait of the actor whose towering frame and gentle charm made Herman Munster unforgettable — yet whose career stretched far…
- Episode 3: Elizabeth Montgomery: A Touch of Magic Feb 15, 1999 From the beloved nose-twitching witch of Bewitched to her daring roles in groundbreaking TV dramas, Elizabeth Montgomery captivated audiences with a rare blend of beauty, charm, and…
- Episode 5: Richard Speck: Natural Born Killer Aug 18, 1999 Examine the horrifying case of Richard Speck, whose brutal 1966 murders of eight student nurses in Chicago became one of the most shocking crimes in American history. The episode traces…
- Episode 7: Andre the Giant Jan 13, 1999 Profiles the life of the legendary wrestler whose immense size and gentle spirit made him one of sports entertainment’s most iconic figures. The episode traces Andre’s childhood in a small…
- Episode 8: Nicolae Ceausescu: The Unrepentant Tyrant Sep 21, 2000 For 24 years, he ruled his country with an iron hand. But the waves of freedom that swept Europe in 1989 cost him his life. Nicolae Ceausescu will be remembered as much for his sudden…
- Episode 10: Gene Tierney: A Shattered Portrait Mar 26, 1999 · 44m Explore the luminous yet deeply troubled life of one of Hollywood’s most hauntingly beautiful stars. The episode traces Tierney’s rise from a privileged upbringing to her breakthrough in…
- Episode 12: The Tiffanys: Mark of Excellence Feb 28, 1999 Explore the remarkable family behind America’s most iconic luxury brand, tracing how their name became synonymous with craftsmanship, innovation, and timeless elegance. The episode follows…
- Episode 13: Linda Darnell: Hollywood's Fallen Angel Aug 24, 1999 Traces the meteoric rise and heartbreaking decline of one of Hollywood’s most captivating screen beauties. The episode follows Darnell from her humble Texas beginnings to her rapid ascent…
- Episode 14: Mick Foley: Madman Unmasked Nov 19, 1999 Dive into the life and career of one of professional wrestling’s most fearless and inventive performers. The episode traces Foley’s journey from a passionate fan making homemade wrestling…
- Episode 15: Marquis de Sade: The Depraved Aristocrat Jul 14, 1997 Examine the dark, controversial life of Donatien Alphonse François, the French nobleman whose name became synonymous with sexual cruelty and transgression. The episode traces de Sade’s…
- Episode 16: Queen Noor: Between Two Realms Nov 1, 1999 The remarkable journey of Lisa Halaby, the American‑born woman who became Queen Noor of Jordan and an influential global humanitarian. The episode follows her transformation from an…
- Episode 18: The Osmonds: Pure and Simple Sep 9, 1999 Chronicle the rise of one of America’s most enduring family acts, whose wholesome image and musical versatility made them a cultural phenomenon. The episode traces the Osmond siblings from…
- Episode 19: Tanya Tucker: Country Rebel Chart the turbulent, trailblazing journey of the singer who broke into country music as a fearless teenager and became one of its most enduring, defiant voices. The episode follows Tucker…
- Episode 20: Susan Hayward: The Brooklyn Bombshell Dec 2, 1998 Explore the life of the fiery, determined actress who rose from a tough Brooklyn childhood to become one of Hollywood’s most powerful dramatic stars. The episode traces Hayward’s early…
- Episode 21: The Carpenters: Harmony and Heartbreak Jan 12, 1998 The story of Karen and Richard Carpenter, the brother‑sister duo whose angelic sound defined an era while masking profound personal struggles. The episode traces their rise from a suburban…
- Episode 22: Peter O'Toole: Acting Out Loud Oct 7, 1999 The life of the magnetic, mercurial actor whose brilliance and unpredictability made him one of cinema’s most unforgettable figures. The episode traces O’Toole’s journey from his early…
- Episode 23: Wayne Newton: King of Las Vegas Chronicle the extraordinary career of the entertainer whose name became synonymous with the glitz and glamour of America’s entertainment capital. The episode traces Newton’s rise from a…
- Episode 24: Dinah Shore: Sealed with a Kiss Oct 19, 1998 Celebrate the life of the warm‑voiced singer and television pioneer whose charm and easygoing style made her one of America’s most beloved entertainers. The episode traces Shore’s rise…
- Episode 25: Dorothy Dandridge: Little Girl Lost Aug 23, 1999 Recount the life of the groundbreaking actress and singer whose talent and beauty challenged the racial barriers of mid‑20th‑century entertainment. The episode traces Dandridge’s…
- Episode 26: Ida Lupino: Through the Lens Mar 24, 1998 Profiles the trailblazing actress‑turned‑director who carved out a unique place in Hollywood by refusing to accept the limits placed on women in the industry. The episode traces Lupino’s…
- Episode 28: John Steinbeck: An American Writer Mar 23, 1999 Trace the life of the novelist whose compassionate eye and unflinching honesty made him one of the defining voices of 20th‑century America. The episode follows Steinbeck from his…
- Episode 31: Bob Fosse: Dancing on the Edge Aug 24, 1999 The life of the groundbreaking choreographer and director whose unmistakable style reshaped American musical theater and film. The episode follows Fosse from his early days as a vaudeville…
- Episode 32: William Holden: An Untamed Spirit Apr 27, 1999 Explore the life of the charismatic, adventurous actor whose blend of rugged charm and emotional depth made him one of Hollywood’s most compelling leading men. The episode traces Holden’s…
- Episode 33: Angie Dickinson: Tinseltown's Classiest Broad Oct 26, 1999 Profiles the life and career of the actress whose blend of glamour, wit, and toughness made her one of Hollywood’s most distinctive leading ladies. The episode traces Dickinson’s rise from…