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Comedian, Actor & Host of E! Network's "The Soup" and Star of NBC's hit comedy series "Community"
Joel McHale is one of the most sought after comedians and actors in the industry. McHale recently wrapped his twelfth and final season of E!’s The Soup in which he…
Rap & Hip Hop Performer and Producer; Actor
Method Man was the first -- and biggest -- solo star to emerge from the groundbreaking Wu-Tang Clan. His mush-mouthed, sandpaper-rough bellow (at times recalling EPMD's Erick Sermon) and imaginative…
Comedian and Actor. Host of America's Got Talent
Howie Mandel has remained a constant force in show business for more than 30 years. He currently serves as a judge on NBC's hit summer talent competition series "America's Got…
"Maria" on Sesame Street & Author
Sonia Manzano is a first-generation American of Latino descent who has affected the lives of millions of parents and children since the early 1970s, when she was offered an opportunity…
Stand-Up Comedian, Actor, Writer, Voice Actor and Activist
Cheech Marin, Best known as one half of the hilarious, satirical, counter-culture, no-holds-barred duo of “Cheech and Chong,” Cheech Marin is a paradox in the world of entertainment. The recipient…
Jazz Musician, Bandleader and Educator
Branford Marsalis has stayed the course. From his early acclaim as a saxophonist bringing new energy and new audiences to the jazz art, he has refined and expanded his talents…
Iconic Day-time TV Actress, Entrepreneur of Youthful Essence and Humanitarian
As the most famous face in daytime television history, Susan Lucci has held audiences spellbound for years as the sexy, sassy, beautiful "woman you love to hate," Erica Kane on…
Actress, Singer and Author. Best known for her work in stage musicals. She is a two-time Grammy Award winner and a two-time Tony Award winner
Author of the New York Times bestseller, Patti LuPone: A Memoir, Miss LuPone is currently starring in the Los Angeles Opera's new production of John Corigliano's The Ghosts of Versailles.…
Actress, Social Activist and Feminist
Ali MacGraw gained notice in the 1969 film Goodbye, Columbus, but real stardom came the following year with the popular film, Love Story, for which she was nominated for the…
Political Satirist & Host of HBO's "Real Time"
Whether skewering Republicans, Democrats, the mass media or Hollywood, Bill Maher is one of the most perceptive and hilarious satirists at work today. From the podium he delivers his trademark…
Host, Extra, America's Best Dance Crew
Mario Lopez is the host of Extra, the Emmy Award–winning entertainment news program.This is Lopez’s eighth consecutive season as the show’s host, after co-hosting Extra's weekend edition since January 2007.…
Widely known as the Creator, Executive-Producer, Writer and Host of Inside the Actors Studio
James Lipton is widely known as the creator, executive-producer, writer and host of Inside the Actors Studio, which is seen in 94 million American homes on Bravo and in 125…
Award-Winning Actor, Musician, Author and Arts Advocate
John Lithgow's broad range of interests and talents have touched every area of the entertainment industry -- and even outside it. He's achieved stunning success in wildly varied ventures, and…
Comedian and Actor. He is known for starring in his self-produced ABC sitcom George Lopez
George Lopez’s multi-faceted career encompasses television, film, standup comedy and late-night television. For two seasons, Lopez hosted Lopez Tonight, a late-night television talk show on TBS, which represented Lopez’s return…
Grammy Award-Winning Singer/Actress
Dawnn Lewis a multitalented and multifaceted individual. Perhaps best known for her roles on the hit TV shows A DIFFERENT WORLD (composer of shows theme song) and HANGIN’ WITH MR.…
Comedian and Actor; Known for his HBO Specials and "Curb Your Enthusiasm"
Richard Lewis has taken his lifelong therapy fodder and carved it into a commanding, compelling art form. His early career as a stand-up brought him to the top of his…
Actress, Author and Model; Known for "Heroes" & "Final Destination"
Ali Larter portrayed fictional model Allegra Coleman in a 1996 Esquire magazine hoax and took on guest roles on several television shows in the 1990s. She made her film debut…
Plus Size Model, Leading Voice on Body Image and Eating Disorder Issues
Natalie Laughlin, W magazine calls her one of "the brightest stars," and The Wall Street Journal says "people in the industry say the brown-eyed, 5-foot-9 model, size 12-to-14, is at…
Actress, Comedian & Women's Activist
Multi-talented Vicki Lawrence was born in Inglewood, California where she excelled in dancing and singing, was a cheerleader and was voted "Most Likely to Succeed" by her graduating class. From…
Oscar-Winning Director of films like "Life of Pi," "Brokeback Mountain" and "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon"
Ang Lee is a film director, producer and screenwriter who was born on October 23, 1954, in Taipei, Taiwan. Lee attended the National Taiwan College of Arts, where he graduated…
Host of Ora.TV. Former Host of 'Larry King Live'
In his trademark shirtsleeves and suspenders, Larry King leans into the microphone on CNN's top-rated show, looks guests squarely in the eye and poses questions both probing and disarmingly simple.…
Comedian and Actor Known for his Wry Wit and Unique Brand of Humor
For more than forty years, Robert Klein has entertained audiences, and he continues to have an acclaimed career in comedy, on Broadway, on television, and in film. Born in the…
Actor. Known for his Role as Chekov in "Star Trek"
Walter Koenig actor, director, screenwriter, novelist, acting professor, and comic book creator was born in Manhattan in 1936 to Lithuanian Russian Jewish parents. Bitten by the acting bug early in…
Legendary Author. Author of Contemporary Horror; Won Best Myster and Thriller for His Novel, "Mr. Mercedes," in the GoodReads Choice Awards of 2014
Stephen Edwin King was born in Portland, Maine in 1947, the second son of Donald and Nellie Ruth Pillsbury King. After his parents separated when Stephen was a toddler, he…
Co-Host of "CBS This Morning" and Editor-At-Large of O, The Oprah Magazine
Gayle King is a co-host of “CBS This Morning,” and editor-at-large of the award-winning O, the Oprah Magazine. King previously hosted “The Gayle King Show,” a live, weekday television interview…
Film and Television Actress, Voice Actress and Comedian. She is best known for her voice role as Marge Simpson on the animated television series The Simpsons
Julie Kavner, perhaps best known as the voice of Marge Simpson on The Simpsons, the longest-running animated show in TV history, is born in Los Angeles.
Comedian and Actor
Boston native Robert Kelly is a constant and popular presence in comedy clubs across the country. Fresh from performing and taping "Tourgasm" with Dane Cook, Robert is back in the…
Stand-Up Comedian, Television Producer, Screenwriter and Actor
Jamie Kennedy came to prominence in the late 1990's for playing Randy Meeks in the Scream film. He has also performed minor roles in other Hollywood films in recent years,…
Lawyer, Journalist, Television Personality, Fashion Designer, Author, and Women's and Diversity Advocate
Star Jones has worked in television for nearly 20 years, offering a fresh perspective to the day's most talked-about crime and justice, political, and sociological issues from the worlds of…
Grammy-Winning Singer, Songwriter, Actress and Activist
From humble beginnings as a single Mom in a small Kentucky town to her meteoric rise as a country music superstar and American icon, Naomi Judd's incredible life-long journey is…
Olympian & Transgendered Rights Advocate
Caitlyn Jenner, formerly known as Bruce, captured the world’s attention in April 2015 when she revealed to the world that she is a transgender woman. Caitlyn first told her story…
Actress And Work Life Balance Promoter
A three time Emmy Nominee and Golden Globe award winning actress, singer and motivational speaker, Ann Jillian is an accomplished performer in all areas of show business. She has starred…
Singer, Actress, Breast Cancer Survivor & Philanthropist
With a career spanning more than four decades, Olivia Newton-John is a vibrant, creative musician and actress adored by fans across the world. She touched hearts with songs like "If…
Comedian, Actress, Satirist, Singer and Internet Blogger. Best known as a cast member of the NBC television sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live (SNL) from 1986 to 1992
Victoria Jacksoni first went onto “The Tonight Show” starring Johnny Carson put her act (which consisted of her doing a handstand while reciting poetry) on national TV. Following her 20…
Only Athlete Named an All-Star in Both NFL and MLB All-Star Teams; Heisman Trophy Winner at Auburn
Bo Jackson received the Heisman Trophy, which is awarded to the nation’s most outstanding football player. As Auburn’s all-time leading rusher and scorer, Jackson is a two-time All-American and three-time…
Music Producer; American Idol Judge
For Randy Jackson, life is about taking chances. This fearless and forward-thinking mentality has guided him from musician, songwriter, and Grammy Award-winning producer to revered record-industry executive, business entrepreneur, best-selling…
Comedian, Actor & Producer
Kevin James is the producer, co-writer and star of the hit comedies, Paul Blart: Mall Cop (2009), Zookeeper (2011) and the recently released Mall Cop 2. James also starred in…
Business Energizer and the World's Foremost Voyageur
Popular high fashion model and actress, Iman is also a woman of conscience. As a native of Somalia, she is actively involved in the hunger crisis that is plaguing her…
Actor, Activist, Producer and Speaker
Ernie Hudson is one of the most sought-after actors of our time with an impressive list of credits and awards. His body of work has diverse range, including Ghostbusters 1…
Award-Winning Stand-Up Comedian, Political Commentator and Actor
D.L. Hughley is one of the most popular and highly recognized standup comedians on the road today has also made quite an impression in the television, film and radio arenas.First…
Television Personality and Bounty Hunter
Dog is Duane Lee Chapman, owner of Da Kine Bail Bonds in Honolulu and has been described as the “greatest bounty hunter in the world.”
Actor, Writer and Producer. After nine successful years on network television, John Henton has established a name for himself as one of today's leading comic talents
After five years on the Fox hit television series "Living Single," John Henton has earned a name for himself as one of today's leading comic talents. Through the lovable and…
Seven-time NBA All-Star, Film Producer & Philanthropist
The Grant Hill story is one of faith, guts, family, friends, commitment and the incredible will to play basketball. He was born with a competitive spirit that sent him to…
Singer and Tony Award-Winning Actress
Jennifer Holliday is a “singer’s singer,” a diva with a voice that can leave an audience absolutely breathless. Whether punctuating a presidential ecumenical service at the White House with a…