George Wendt is an American actor, best known for his role as the perpetually unemployed Norm Peterson on the television show Cheers. Wendt appeared in all 275 episodes of Cheers along with the characters Sam Malone and Carla Tortelli, but in the original pilot script, Norm Peterson wasn’t even a character. Wendt was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois and... read full bio
Jesper Parnevik is a Swedish professional golfer. He spent 38 weeks in the top 10 of the Official World Golf Rankings in 2000 and 2001. Parnevik turned professional in 1986 and scored four wins in his early years on the European Tour. Based in Florida, he joined the PGA Tour in the mid-90s, subsequently winning five events. His playing career... read full bio
Edwards would distribute business cards bearing that saying while he was a substitute teacher and pursued his racing career. His tenacious work paid off, as he was recruited by Roush Fenway Racing and went on to win 72 races in the NASCAR national series, most of which were celebrated with a backflip. Edwards secured full-time positions in the Cup and Xfinity... read full bio
Perlman received ten Emmy Award nominations for Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series. She won the Emmy four times, in 1984, 1985, 1986 and 1989. In 1986, Perlman starred in an episode of Steven Spielberg's Amazing Stories (TV series) titled The Wedding Ring", (also starring DeVito) in which she plays a murderous black widow. Perlman starred in the made-for-TV-movie,... read full bio
Former US Navy SEAL Mike Sarraille had a stellar career. He is also an outstanding author and well-known leadership expert. With a distinguished military career and a comprehensive understanding of efficient people management, he has established himself as a reliable counsel for businesses looking to find, develop, and keep top talent. Sarraille has committed himself to assisting businesses in fostering mental... read full bio
Anthony Clark is a small-town Southern boy who went to college in Boston, Massachusetts, and tinged his down-home humor with an urban edge to become a successful stand-up comedian. After appearing in New York at such famed spots as Catch a Rising Star, The Improv and Caroline's, he was slotted by MTV into a 5 Funny Guys" special. Appearances... read full bio
Award-winning actor BD Wong is one of America’s most versatile performers, appearing in everything from one-man shows to multi-million dollar blockbusters. Known to many as Dr. George Huang on Law and Order: SVU, a part he played for well over a decade, BD has lit up the Broadway stage and the silver screen as well, from M. Butterfly to Father... read full bio
Most news stories about child stars of 80s read as cautionary tales about fames pitfalls. Rick (perhaps better known to some of our readers as Ricky) Schroders story is certainly an exception. The star of Silver Spoons has worked consistently in film and television for thirty years, including a three-season stint as Detective Danny Sorenson on NYPD Blue. At the... read full bio
Uncle Kracker is an American singer-songwriter, rapper, and musician who is known for his country and rock music. Apart from releasing music as a solo artist, Kracker has been a turntablist for Kid Rock’s group Twisted Brown Trucker. As a solo artist, Kracker has released five studio albums. His debut album, “Double Wide”, peaked at number 7 on the US... read full bio
Matt Forte is a former American football running back who has played in the NFL. Forte was born in Lake Charles, Louisiana, and he began his career playing football in high school where he was named St. Tammany Parish Player of the Year, District 5-5A Offensive MVP and earned All-Metro selection accolades. He went on to play college football at... read full bio
Sunshine seemed to be the forecast as Nichols exploded into country music with two multi-week No. 1 singles from his debut album. “The Impossible” and “Brokenheartsville” quickly pushed album sales to gold and beyond, garnered four Grammy nominations, landed him on major tours and put his face in front of millions on national television. As “The Impossible” was taking off,... read full bio
Broadways smash comedy, Defending the Caveman, created and written by Rob Becker, is a humorous exploration of the differences between men and women and how those differences make us misunderstand each other. The one-person show has played to sold-out audiences across the USA and Canada. The show became the longest running solo play in Broadway history, with over 700 performances... read full bio
The recipient of the coveted Academy of Country Musics Video of the Year award (2003), Raye has been honing his musical skills since childhood, appearing on the stage with his singer-mother, who performed with Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley. Hit songs What the Heart Wants,"" ""Love, Me,"" ""Bible and a Bus Ticket Home,"" ""In This Life,"" ""Gift,"" ""On... read full bio
Toad the Wet Sprocket (Glen Phillips on lead vocals and guitar, Dean Dinning on bass and vocals, Todd Nichols on lead guitar and vocals, and Randy Guss on the drums) share in the kind of musical chemistry that can only come from meeting in high school and writing, recording and touring on albums over the course of those nearly thirty... read full bio
When Pablo Francisco unleashes his creative combustion his audience is jolted into boisterous laughter and applause. It is not uncommon to sense the anticipation of Pablo's audience as his fans await their favorite impressions. Those who experience Pablo's show for the first time find themselves captivated by his brilliant off-the-wall sound effects and uniquely animated delivery. His natural ability to... read full bio
Lee Ritenour was born in Los Angeles, California. He played his first session when he was sixteen years old with the Mamas and the Papas. Nicknamed Captain Fingers, he (along with Larry Carlton) was a sought-after session guitarist by the time he was in his twenties. He is noted for playing his red Gibson ES-335 and his Gibson L5 guitars.... read full bio
Living legends grace the stage in Forever Blowin’ Bubbles featuring stars of the Lawrence Welk Show. You won’t want to miss the unforgettable cabaret-style performance. Backed by a nine-piece orchestra, television stars Joe Feeney, Ava Barber, Tanya Welk, Jack Imel, Dick Dale, Bob Ralston, Clay and Sally Hart, Ken Delo, Gail Farell and Mary Lou Metzger gather to perform in... read full bio
An overnight sensation after his victory on Star Search, Billy Dean shot like a comet from a childhood marked by poverty and struggle in Florida to the height of celebrity. Billy Dean's journey runs against the currents that flow through his business -- yet it's brought him closer than most artists ever get to the heart of country music. He... read full bio
The band Squirrel Nut Zippers features original and founding members Jimbo Mathis and Chris Phillips. Their live show includes a performance with their original animated video for the song The Ghost of Stephen Foster", created by the same company that animated the Simpsons. The band still rejoices at the difficulty people have pigeonholing their unmistakable sound. A perpetually evolving, hybrid-stew... read full bio
Lit is a renowned American rock band that was founded in 1988 in Orange County, California, and has had an enduring impression on the music industry. With seven studio albums under their belt, they broke through to the mainstream in 1999 with the release of "A Place in the Sun." This album launched them into the spotlight thanks to the... read full bio
