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Jamie Dornan came to the role of Christian Grey in the motion picture Fifty Shades of Grey as Hollywood's answer to a prayer when the original actor, Charlie Hunnam, left the picture a scant three weeks before production was set to begin. But the reality was that Dornan's being thrust into...

Lindsay Lohan is quite literally a train wreck for the internet age. Her every misstep, personal and professional disaster and emotional trip into career suicide has been chronicled to the point of overkill in the tabloids and gossip sites. Lindsay Lohan: Fully Loaded: From Disney to Disaster: An...

A breath of fresh Ben Bernie air. 'Ben Bernie' (May 30, 1891 ndash; October 23, 1943), born 'Bernard Anzelevitz', was an American jazz fiddler and broadcast character, frequently instituted like 'The Old Maestro'. He was marked for his showmanship and unforgettable bits of snappy conversation. This book...

An indisputable musical icon and controversial celebrity figure, Amy Winehouse’s unique blend of jazz, pop, and soul singing and songwriting have brought her a host of awards-including two prestigious Ivor Novellos and five Grammys-as well as an army of committed fans who adore her rich voice and...

As the host of Comedy Central's Tosh.0, Daniel Tosh is known for his biting wit and his ability to make just about everyone laugh their head off. Daniel himself describes his wit as "insanely condescending and sarcastic", which just so happens to go directly against the way he was raised....

Usain Bolt is the fastest human being in the history of the world. Most fans are aware of his multiple world records and his record-setting 100 and 200 meter gold medal defenses at the 2012 Olympics in London, but in order to truly understand Usain Bolt, you must first understand where he came from....

The name "Tom Brady" has become synonymous with "champion." The pedigree he carries is extensive – multiple-time Super Bowl winner; recipient of multiple Most Valuable Player awards; multiple nominations to the Pro-Bowl; and an all-around celebrity. It wasn't always that...

Sacha Noam Baron Cohen is a British comedian, writer, actor, sketch artist, and voice actor. He is most widely known for his portrayal of three fictional characters: Ali G, Borat Sagdiyev, and Brüno Gehard. Baron Cohen's comedy career has been shrouded in controversy and his films have...

With the whole world watching his every move, Jeremy Lin has become an international phenomenon.   Everyone is talking about him, breaking down his basketball skills and analyzing him in every way. But does anyone really understand where he came from and how he got here?  With Jeremy...

"Vince McMahon: The Unauthorized Biography of the WWE Chairman" is a first of its kind comprehensive exploration of the life, controversies, and legacy of Vince McMahon from national bestselling author Michael Essany.From McMahon's impoverished upbringing with an abusive stepfather to...

Pierre Trudeau was the 15th Prime Minister of Canada from April 20, 1968 to June 4, 1979, and again from March 3, 1980 to June 30, 1984. Trudeau began his political career as a lawyer, intellectual, and activist in Quebec politics. In the 1960s, he entered federal politics by joining the Liberal...

A must-have for any fans of One Direction, especially all those infatuated with heartthrobs Harry Styles and Niall Horan—there's no need to choose with this flip biography One Direction is currently dominating the charts and capturing the hearts of millions. This double biography of the band's...

This is a must have book for any fans of One Direction, especially all those infatuated with teen heart-throbs Zayn Malik and Liam Payne. One Direction came to the world's attention after coming second in the 2011 series of The X Factor. Since then they have gone from strength to strength, dominating...

Discover all you need to know about the cheeky Irish charmer in this fully up-to-date biography Niall Horan: The Unauthorized Biography is the story of how a small town Irish boy shot to overnight national and then global fame. Born in Mullingar, County Westmeath, Ireland, Niall's early years were...