The Young Turks, an internet news program, is hosted and produced by Ana Kasparian, who has established a reputation for herself. Beginning as a temporary producer for the show in 2007, she worked her way up to her current prominent position. She also made an appearance on the show's television broadcast, which was broadcast on Current TV. The impact of Kasparian... read full bio
An eminent American lawyer, academic, and author, Dr. Clarence Benjamin Jones has made substantial contributions to the civil rights movement and the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. Jones, who was born on January 8th, 1931, rose to prominence in the fight for equality during a pivotal time in American history. Dr. Jones collaborated extensively with Martin Luther King Jr.... read full bio
Kenneth William Kwapis is a seasoned American filmmaker, screenwriter, and author who has worked in both film and television. He has made a name for himself in the entertainment sector with his creative vision and storytelling abilities, specializing in single-camera comedy. In addition to "Sesame Street Presents: Follow That Bird" (1985), "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants" (2005), and "He's... read full bio
Basketball legend Pops Mensah-Bonsu is a former professional player turned renowned sports executive and activist. Pops was born on September 7, 1983, in London, England. He quickly developed a love for basketball and committed himself to improving his game. Mensah-Bonsu moved to the United States to play collegiate basketball for the George Washington University Colonials after discovering his extraordinary skill there.... read full bio
The dynamic duo of internet entertainment, Rhett and Link, have won over millions of fans with their special fusion of humor, innovation, and sincere companionship. Best friends and business partners Rhett McLaughlin and Charles Lincoln "Link" Neal III, better known as Rhett and Link, have had a tremendous impact on the digital media environment. Rhett and Link, who are both from... read full bio
Louis Kevin Celestin, better known as Kaytranada, is a Haitian-Canadian DJ, record producer, and musician. He was born on August 25, 1992. He is a native of Montreal, Quebec, and is well-known throughout the world for his distinctive fusion of hip-hop, R&B, and electronic music. Aminé is a popular American rapper, singer, and songwriter who is also noted for his... read full bio
With her own musical approach, Young Miko, a dynamic singer and songwriter, is breaking through in the Puerto Rican urban music industry. Mara Victoria Ramrez de Arellano, the name her family gave her, was born in Aasco, Puerto Rico. She started honing her creative aptitude at an early age and quickly rose to the top of talent competitions at school. She has... read full bio
Dominic Cooper is an English actor who’s worked in television, film, theatre, and radio. He gained recognition after starring in the film, “Mamma Mia!” alongside Amanda Seyfried and Meryl Streep. He also stars in the sequel, “Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again”. Cooper has had notable roles in “Captain America: The First Avenger”, “The Duchess”, “The History Boys”, “The Devil’s... read full bio
Joe Russo, a metalhead from New Jersey, left a band in high school because they performed songs by the Grateful Dead. But as a vital component of the Grateful Dead universe after Jerry Garcia, he began to appreciate the music of the legendary San Francisco band in his 30's. It all began when Bob Weir's manager, Matt Busch, called... read full bio
Xavi, whose real name is Joshua Xavier Gutierrez, is an Arizona-based Mexican-American singer-songwriter. His poignant tunes and sensitive lyrics create a musical bridge that spans the boundaries of Mexico and the United States. Xavi has a look that can only be characterized as Tumbado Romantico since he genuinely puts his youthful heart on his sleeves. Following the release of his... read full bio
Martha Ivelisse Pesante became Ivy Queen, the undeniable "Queen of Reggaeton," in Afiasco, Puerto Rico. When Martha was a teenager, her family went back to Afiasco after she was born. She completed her public schooling in Puerto Rico and was increasingly interested in and involved in the vibrant underground Latin hip-hop scene. Following her relocation to San Juan, she became friends... read full bio
Amy Dumas was a Diva that constantly had the WWE Universe on their toes. She could be exhilarating one moment and sinister the next. Whether she was stunning censors with Edge or soaring high with The Hardy Boyz, the four-time Women's Champion knew how to stir up controversy wherever. Alongside Essa Rios, Amy (also known as Lita) made her WWE debut... read full bio
Jason Segel works as an actor, writer, director, producer, and author. Segel most recently co-wrote and executive produced the film Shrinking with Bill Lawrence and Brett Goldstein, costarring alongside Harrison Ford on AppleTV+. A second season of the show has been renewed. In HBO's Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty, Segel starred. An Emmy nomination for Outstanding Cinematography for... read full bio
With friend and partner Colin Padalecki, the Texas native has been steadily gaining momentum over the past few years with their popular duo, SURFACES, who were just months away from releasing their third self-produced album, Horizons. The Houston-born musician, however, yearned for the ability to create music only for himself once more, as he'd done for eight hours a day... read full bio
Caro Emerald is a Dutch pop and jazz singer, who was introduced to mainstream music when she released her song “Back It Up” on YouTube and it received world-wide attention. When the song was released as a single, it was instantly successful, remaining on the Dutch Top 40 for three straight months. The same song would turn out to be... read full bio
In his 1999 memoir, A Cure for Gravity: A Musical Pilgrimage, Joe Jackson writes approvingly of George Gershwin as a musician who kept one foot in the popular and one in the classical realms of music. Like Gershwin, Jackson possesses a restless musical imagination that has found him straddling musical genres unapologetically, disinclined to pick one style and stick to... read full bio
Amanda Marshall is a Canadian singer known for her song “I’ll Be Okay,” from the soundtrack for My Best Friend’s Wedding. After meeting and subsequently performing with Canadian musician Jeff Healey, Marshall – on Healey’s suggestion – went in search of a band and began performing in small clubs. Healey then offered Marshall a spot on his upcoming U.S. tour,... read full bio
The Isley Brothers are a group of American musicians. The Isley Brothers originally started as a vocal trio but after years of line up changes, Ronald and Ernie continued to perform on the road. The group was originally inspired by gospel and doo-wop music but later incorporated different musical elements such as rock, funk and pop. The Isley Brothers gained... read full bio
John Williams is widely regarded as the most popular film composer of the modern era. He has created some of the most memorable and successful film scores in Hollywood history, including those for Star Wars, E.T. the Extra Terrestrial, and Jurassic Park. Born on February 8, 1932, in Long Island, New York, Williams grew up in a family of musicians,... read full bio
Jose Carreras’ meteoric musical career resulted in early debuts at the world's most prestigious opera theatres and festivals, including the Teatro alla Scala of Milan, the New York Metropolitan Opera House, the Vienna Staatsoper, London Royal Opera House and many more. His repertoire includes over sixty operas. His extensive discography includes over 150 recordings. He has been awarded many Gold... read full bio
