Category: Famous People

English poet Geoffrey Chaucer wrote the unfinished work, ‘The Canterbury Tales.’ It is considered one of the greatest poetic works in English. Who Was Geoffrey Chaucer? In 1357, Geoffrey Chaucer became a public servant to Countess Elizabeth of Ulster and continued in that capacity with the British court throughout his lifetime. The Canterbury Tales became his best […]

One of the biggest classic pop performers, Canadian singer-songwriter Paul Anka moved from teen heartthrob to adult artist with a slew of hits. Who Is Paul Anka? Born in Canada in 1941, teen singer Paul Anka’s hit “Diana” sold millions of copies and set him up as a top teen idol with prolific songwriting abilities. […]

Corrie ten Boom and her family helped Jews escape the Nazi Holocaust during World War II and, by all accounts, saved nearly 800 lives. Who Was Corrie ten Boom? Cornelia “Corrie” ten Boom grew up in a devoutly religious family. During World War II, she and her family harbored hundreds of Jews to protect them […]

Pioneer author Laura Ingalls Wilder wrote the autobiographical ‘Little House’ kids’ book series, the basis of the popular television show ‘Little House on the Prairie.’ Who Was Laura Ingalls Wilder? Laura Ingalls Wilder published Little House in the Big Woods, the first of her well-known Little House series that eventually spawned the hit TV program Little […]

Who Was Roy Horn? Roy Horn joined Siegfried Fischbacher to become the magical act Siegfried & Roy, putting on headlining Las Vegas shows for almost three decades. In 2003, Horn was mauled on stage by one of the tigers used in the act and suffered major injuries. Following his lengthy recuperation, the duo reunited for […]

Meat Loaf is a multi-platinum musician, made famous for his rock opera, ‘Bat Out of Hell.’ He’s also acted in cult-hit films like ‘Rocky Horror Picture Show’ and ‘Fight Club.’ Who Is Meat Loaf? Meat Loaf struck gold and later platinum with his 1977 album Bat Out of Hell, which featured the hits “Paradise by the […]

R&B Star: “Bump N’ Grind” to “I Believe I Can Fly” After singing on the streets for a time, R. Kelly got his first big break in 1990, when he landed a recording contract with Jive Records. The following year, he released Born into the 90’s with Public Announcement, his backup group. The album quickly […]

John Calvin, Martin Luther’s successor as the preeminent Protestant theologian, made a powerful impact on the fundamental doctrines of Protestantism. Synopsis Born in France in 1509, theologian/ecclesiastical statesman John Calvin was Martin Luther’s successor as the preeminent Protestant theologian. Calvin made a powerful impact on the fundamental doctrines of Protestantism, and is widely credited as […]

Comedian Martin Lawrence got hist start hosting HBO’s ‘Def Comedy Jam’ before appearing in movies like ‘Bad Boys’ and ‘Big Momma’s House.’ Who Is Martin Lawrence? Born in Germany in 1965, comedian Martin Lawrence did stand-up for a number of years before getting his big break as the host of HBO’s Def Comedy Jam. He […]

At age 5, actress Jodie Sweetin debuted as Full House’s Stephanie Tanner, the middle sister. Her catchphrase—”How rude!”—is still requested by fans. Synopsis Jodie Sweetin was born on January 19, 1982, in Los Angeles, California. After booking several national commercials, she was cast in a guest spot on the series Valerie. At age 5, she […]