Ian Somerhalder and Nikki Reed: From Hollywood to the farm Ian Somerhalder and Nikki Reed became household names through their roles in massive entertainment franchises, with Somerhalder starring as Damon Salvatore in The Vampire Diaries […]
The Golden Age of American Department Stores A period spanning from the late 19th century through the mid-20th century, the Golden Age of the American Department Stores. These vintage photographs capture more than just retail […]
Whatever happened to Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen? Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen became the most recognizable child stars of the 1990s, building an entertainment empire that began when they shared the role of Michelle Tanner on […]
Photos that capture the American supernatural spirit This collection of vintage photographs captures the cultural fascination with the paranormal and the occult in 20th-century America, frequently featuring mediums and the use of purported supernatural phenomena. […]
Toxic masculinity as heroism: The unchecked, hyper-competent savior The 1980s television landscape celebrated a particular brand of masculinity through protagonists whose heroic status was validated by their ability to operate outside social and legal boundaries, […]
Why did cult director John Carpenter quit Hollywood? John Carpenter is behind multiple legendary 80s horror and sci-fi movies. Most notably, he worked on “Halloween” (1978). Not only did he direct it, but he wrote […]
Whatever happened to Angus T. Jones? Angus T. Jones became one of television’s highest-paid child actors through his role as Jake Harper on the massively successful sitcom Two and a Half Men, which ran from […]
The fading smoke: Health awareness in 1980s television The depiction of casual, consequence-free smoking and general disregard for public health in 1980s television reflects a societal delay in adopting modern health standards, treating long-term risks […]
Child actors who quit Hollywood: Here’s what they’re doing now Hollywood, from what it seems, is a challenging place for adult actors, let alone children. The pressure, scrutiny, and demands of the entertainment industry can […]
Vintage photos of America’s rough rural past The sepia-toned photos of rural America often evoke a nostalgic, simpler time. But the reality of rural America’s past is often romanticized and rarely shown in its full, […]