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What names come to mind when I say the words "television icon"? Dick Clark? Mary Tyler Moore? Kermit the Frog? Those three — and 97 others — have made the list of the 100 greatest TV icons of all time, as declared by Entertainment Weekly and TV Land. The top 50 will be counted down in a TV Land special that premieres this Friday. At first glance, the list — especially the top 10 or 15 Read more
It was all about the flawless, quintessential white wedding throughout the '50s: extravagant ceremonies, pristine formal attire, and happy, upbeat music. Crooners like Frank Sinatra stole the scene early on, while Elvis Presley and rock and roll took over the radio spots later in the decade. Onscreen, Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe made pin-up girls the ultimate male fantasy, while TV programs Read more
The stars are shining bright in NYC tonight for the annual Metropolitan Museum's Costume Institute Gala. This year's Met Gala marks the launch of the Costume Institute's new exhibit, "Schiaparelli and Prada: Impossible Conversations." It's a celebration of two Italian designers, Elsa Schiaparelli and Miuccia Prada, from two different eras, and will feature simulated conversations between the Read more
With dozens of lovable TV and movie robot icons like R2-D2, Rosie the Maid from The Jetsons, Pixar's WALL-E, the Iron Giant, and even the Tin Man (if you consider him a robot), who doesn't find themselves robot-obsessed? If you and your groom are majorly robot-crazed, consider decorating your wedding cake with an android-inspired wedding cake topper. Check out the five cutest ones Etsy has to Read more
American Bandstand was a television institution from 1952 until 1989, launching some of the most iconic acts of the 20th century, from Connie Francis to Janet Jackson and Madonna. And at its helm from 1956 until the show ended, the legendary Dick Clark left his mark on decades of music and style. So to honor his legacy, see how the acts and the dancers on Bandstand evolved alongside American Read more
Supermodel, brilliant entrepreneur, passionate activist . . . there are so many reasons that Iman is the recipient of our first-ever Beauty Icon award. As one of the world's best-known models, the 56-year-old Somali stunner shows no signs of slowing down as she continues influence the world of style. Watch our video to find out why she's as Read more
We're happy to present this story from one of our favorite sites, The Good Men Project. Lisa Solod, who came of age during the sexual revolution, explores what feminism means to this generation. My mother married my father because, she told me in a rare moment of candor, she wanted to have sex with him. She was 25 and tired of pre-sex fumbling and stolen kisses. My father was, of course, far Read more
If you've somehow missed the boat on learning about the Titanic's tragic but legendary maiden voyage, then you're in luck. This year marks the 100th anniversary of the historic barge's sinking, and a New York-based Titanic exhibition, a new television series, and the 3D release of the iconic movie featuring Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet are all opening this month. Inspired by the Titanic's Read more
This week, women around the globe were busy making change and betting on Mega Millions. The First Lady squeezed in some quality time with military families while Queen Elizabeth II and Princess Beatrice took a trip to York. Meanwhile, TV icon Katie Couric took her talents to Good Morning America. See that and more in the week in pictures! Read more
Say hello to the newest women to join the ranks of iconic Bond babes! French actress Bérénice Marlohe and Britain's Naomie Harris have started training for their roles in Skyfall, the 23rd James Bond flick out Nov. 9. More details about the movie are currently being released; there's speculation that Adele will release a single for the film, and the queen herself might make an appearance in a Read more
