Today is the 90th birthday of the singer Marni Nixon. When I was a kid watching her TV show in Seattle, I had no idea
Happy 95th Birthday Edward Gorey
Today is the 95th birthday of the illustrator Edward Gorey. I was first introduced to his work via PBS Mystery! and then fell in love
It Happened One Night (1934)
Eighty-six years ago today, the film It Happened One Night premiered. It set the framework for the entire Screwball Comedy genre. It was the first
Happy 93rd Birthday Hubert de Givenchy
Today is the 93rd birthday of the fashion designer Hubert de Givenchy. His continuously classic modern style cannot be copied and his longevity is unmatched.
Happy 93rd Birthday Erma Bombeck
Today is the 93rd birthday of the writer Erma Bombeck. She once said (or wrote) “He who laughs … lasts.” It may be the hardest
Happy 105th Birthday Ann Sheridan
Today is the 105th birthday of the prolific Hollywood actress Ann Sheridan. Her’s is the classic Hollywood story, right down to her final resting place.
