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The Only Led Zeppelin Member Who Used a Stage Name
Every member of Led Zeppelin but one used his real name. And the Rolling Stones' manager suggested the name. → Read More
Why the 'Miami Vice' Showrunner Cast Julia Roberts Despite Her 'All-Teeth' Look
As 'Miami Vice' showrunner in the late '80s, Dick Wolf had to be talked into casting Julia Roberts, then an unknown actor. → Read More
Why 'Sopranos' Producers Cut Out Fairuza Balk's Scene After the Season 3 Episode Aired
After airing the season 3 'Sopranos' finale, producers went back and reshot a scene to remove Fairuza Balk's performance. → Read More
'The Sopranos': Why Plans to Make Annabella Sciorra a Series Regular Didn't Work Out
After watching Annabella Sciorra play Gloria Trillo on 'The Sopranos' Season 3, David Chase wanted her to come back as a series regular. → Read More
'The Sopranos': Steve Buscemi Was 'Shocked and Disappointed' When Tony Blundetto Got Killed Off
When you join 'The Sopranos' cast, you never know when your number will be up. And Steve Buscemi felt the pain of his character's death. → Read More
'The Sopranos': Max Casella Felt 'Like an Impostor' When He Began Playing Benny Fazio
After his 1st appearance on 'The Sopranos,' Max Casella didn't think he'd be back to play Benny Fazio again. → Read More
'Georgia on My Mind': What Ray Charles Was Thinking When He Recorded His Timeless Ballad
Ray Charles sang a stirring rendition of 'Georgia on My Mind,' which became his first No. 1 hit and the official state song. → Read More
Ringo Starr's Race to Make Sure 'Back Off Boogaloo' Didn't Turn Into 'Mack the Knife'
When Ringo Starr had the idea for 'Back Off Boogaloo,' he worried it would end up like 'Mack the Knife.' → Read More
Why John Lennon Thought 'It's Only Love' Was a Terrible Beatles Song
While Beatles songwriting had improved greatly by 1965, the band still had the occasional dud. John Lennon said 'It's Only Love' was 1 such track. → Read More
Why the 'Sopranos' Cast Couldn't Stop Laughing at Livia's Funeral Reception
While 'Sopranos' characters were saying goodbye to Tony's mom Livia on-screen, the cast caught a laughing bug behind the scenes. → Read More
'The Sopranos': Steve Schirripa Said the Cast Really Ate Tons of Italian Food While Filming
On any given episode of 'The Sopranos,' you'll find cast members eating. And chances are it was quality Italian food on their plate. → Read More
Why John Lennon Considered 'Eight Days a Week' to Be a 'Lousy' Beatles Song
While 'Eight Days a Week' became a huge hit for The Beatles, John Lennon didn't think much of the song. In fact, he called it 'lousy.' → Read More
'Sopranos' Star Tony Sirico Used to Mess With Jimi Hendrix in True Paulie Walnuts Style
Long before his 'Sopranos' days, Tony Sirico (Paulie Walnuts) was working various jobs around New York. And he used to torment Jimi Hendrix a bit. → Read More
'Killing Eve': The Season 3 Slump Continued With a Ludicrous Plot Twist
While 'Killing Eve' had been a bit of a letdown in season 3, the bizarre plot twist in episode 6 took it to another level. → Read More
'The Sopranos': When Michael Imperioli Realized Christopher Wasn't Getting Whacked Early
On a show like 'The Sopranos,' you never knew when your time was going to come. Michael Imperioli didn't feel safe about Christopher until many episodes in. → Read More
'Talking Sopranos': Steve Schirripa at Times Channels 'Baccala' While Doing Sponsor Ads
On the 'Talking Sopranos' podcast, Steve Schirripa might remind you of his Bobby Baccala character while reading sponsor ads. → Read More
'Sopranos' Star Joe Gannascoli Isn't Podcasting; He's Out Feeding Essential Workers
While other 'Sopranos' stars run with new podcasts, Joe Gannascoli (Vito Spatafore) has been raising money to feed essential workers and support New York restaurants. → Read More
'Sopranos' Star Robert Iler Once Worked on 'Law and Order' to Get Out of Jury Duty
After finishing his run on 'The Sopranos,' Robert Iler didn't want to work on another TV show. But things changed after he got summoned for jury duty. → Read More
'The Sopranos': Why Robert Iler Quit Acting After Playing AJ Soprano So Well
After delivering terrific performances as A.J. on 'The Sopranos,' Robert Iler basically quit acting. On the 'Talking Sopranos' podcast, he explained why. → Read More
Did NBC's Chuck Todd Graduate From College?
NBC political director Chuck Todd has been in the spotlight for various reasons the entire week. Here's a look at his path to his current job. → Read More