Bill Hickman was a stuntman, stunt driver, and actor who worked in Hollywood for over three decades. He is best known for his involvement in some of the most iconic car chases in cinema history, such as Bullitt, The French Connection, and The Seven-Ups. He was also a close friend of James Dean and witnessed … Read more
Bill Jenkins, also known as “Grumpy” or “The Grump”, was a legendary drag racer and engine builder who helped shape the NHRA Pro Stock class with his innovations and achievements. He was considered one of the best drivers and tuners of his era, and was inducted into several motorsports halls of fame. He died on … Read more
Who was Big Jim Wright? James Quentin “Big Jim” Wright was an American musician, composer, songwriter, film score and record producer. He was a member of the vocal and instrumental ensemble Sounds of Blackness, and a frequent collaborator of production duo Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis. He worked with many famous artists, such as Aretha … Read more
Biff Pocoroba, a former All-Star catcher who played his entire career with the Atlanta Braves, passed away on May 24, 2020, at the age of 66. His death was confirmed by Tom Wages Funeral Services, but no cause of death was given. A Promising Career Cut Short by Injury Pocoroba was born in Burbank, California, … Read more
Beverly Simmons was a child actress who starred in several movies in the 1940s, such as Little Miss Big, Buck Privates Come Home, and Cuban Pete. She was born on July 17, 1938, in Alamosa, Colorado, and died on February 3, 2003, in Springfield, Oregon. But what was the cause of her death? And why … Read more
Beverly Lunsford was an American actress who died on May 22, 2019 at the age of 74 in Canton, Georgia, USA. She was best known for playing Shirley Fletcher on the situation comedy series, Leave it to Beaver. She also appeared in several films and stage performances. Early Life and Career Beverly Lunsford was born … Read more
Betty Lou Keim was an American actress who rose to fame in the 1950s for her portrayals of troubled and rebellious teenagers in stage, film, and television. She starred alongside some of the biggest names in Hollywood, such as Frank Sinatra, Ginger Rogers, Barbara Stanwyck, and James Cagney. However, she also gave up her promising … Read more
Betty Heminger was the wife of Ernest Jennings Ford, better known as Tennessee Ernie Ford, a famous singer and television host who had success in various musical genres. She was born on October 6, 1923, in San Bernardino County, California, and married Ford on September 18, 1942. They had two sons, Jeffrey and Brion, and … Read more