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9 Facts About "RocketMan" That'll Fill Your Space Suit With Gas

By Meg
It's been over 20 years since Harland Wiliams's RocketMan graced the world with its creation. For those of you who don't know what the movie is about, first off I feel sorry for you, and second you are severely missing out. Williams played Fred Z. Randall, a goofy astronaut who, through a series of ridiculous events, finds himself going to Mars. The other astronauts hate him, and there's also a monkey on the spaceship because why not? Every week my brother and I would BEG my parents to let us get RocketMan from Blockbuster, and every week they reluctantly obliged.

Pop Culture

8 Dark Secrets Will Make You Question Everything You Knew About Sunnydale

By Sandra
Over 20 years since the first episode aired, Buffy The Vampire Slayer still remains one of the most ground-breaking shows of all time. From shattering the notion of what a real hero is, to portraying a girl in the top dog role and introducing new kinds of relationships, the show is still relevant today. We all want to believe that everything ran smoothly behind the scenes of our beloved series, but as it turned out, it was far from it. You may not be ready to learn the truth, but these secrets will certainly surprise you. Tara and Willow kissing

90s

You Guys, The Man Behind Barney Now Runs A Tantric Sex Company

By Meg
If you're still holding onto fond memories of Barney the dinosaur, I suggest you stop reading this immediately. Every kid watched Barney growing up; it was almost like a right of passage. You knew the songs, you knew the characters, and you knew you wanted to be one of the kids who was on the show. Barney WikiThe man behind the suit, David Joyner, led a fairly normal life before becoming a childhood icon, though he did have some odd jobs. "I would stand in store windows and I would stand there as a mannequin, just frozen," he recalled. IMDbBut

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13 Facts About "13 Going On 30" That Won't Age You 17 Years Overnight

By Meg
13 Going On 30 remains a classic piece of film history to this day. It's hard to believe the movie is already turning 14 years old this year, but that's probably because we all watch it all the time anyways, so it feels like no time has passed. But even the most die-hard fan may not know these things about everyone's favorite Mark Ruffalo movie. 1. Jennifer Garner was made for the role. SonyWhen her Alias co-stars found out Garner was going to be playing a 13-year-old girl, they said she was perfect for the role because she "acted like

90s

10 Plot Holes From "Friends" You Totally Missed

By Meg
So no one told you life was gonna be this way...or maybe they did, but then three season later they totally changed their minds and fed you lies. There were a number of plot holes in the show Friends, and even if you didn't like the show (because you hate happiness), then bask in your bitterness and laugh at their mistakes. 1. Ross's AllergiesNBCIn The One With The Baby On The Bus, it's established that Ross is allergic to kiwi, peanuts, and shellfish. However, seven seasons later, in The One With The Blind Dates, Ross gets free crab cakes

Movies

12 Degrassi Facts That'll Bring You Back To High School

By Maya
The Degrassi franchise has long been a staple for teens and tweens in North America, covering controversial topics such as sex, teen pregnancy, abortion, drug use, homophobia, racism, and death. Degrassi Junior High and Degrassi High had opened a door for discussion on issues the public were often too afraid to talk about. We could relate to these characters, and see them as our friends, classmates, or even ourselves. It’s hard to believe the beloved franchise is already on its fifth installment, creating entertainment even the current generation can relate with. Here are 12 facts about Degrassi that’ll

Pop Culture

10 Facts About 'Aladdin' That Will Make You Fall Off Your Magic Carpet

By Maya
Nearly a quarter century ago, Disney Pictures graced us with the vivid masterpiece of Aladdin on the silver screens. To this day, generations still come together to watch the touching film, which features the amazing comedic styling of the late Robin Williams as "Genie."With its critical acclaim, the animated movie is set to turn into a live-action movie in 2019, which is already receiving major media attention. Both the general population and movie critics alike are excited to see how the remake will live up to the beloved original.In honor of Aladdin's 25th anniversary on Nov. 25, here

90s

15 Facts About ER That Won't Cut Off Your Arm With A Helicopter Blade

By Meg
ER was the original medical drama. Forget Grey's Anatomy and their over-dramatic, unbelievable storylines. ER made everything feel real. It was an in-depth look into the world of medicine...and okay, yes it was super dramatic but in a much better way. There are some things you might not know about the show, however. And don't worry, your arm won't get cut off by a helicopter blade while you reach to read them (RIP in literal pieces, Dr. Romano.)Shared1. It was going to be a movie. YouTubeMichael Crichton originally wrote the script as a 180-page movie script, with more

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12 Dark Secrets About Nickelodeon Game Shows That'll Change How You See Your Childhood

By Meg
When we were kids, Jeopardy, Wheel of Fortune, and Hollywood Squares were not the game shows we wanted to watch. If it wasn't kids competing and no one was getting slimed, what was the point? That's why Nickelodeon TV shows were so important to us! We got to imagine ourselves running Legends Of The Hidden Temple or being mesmerized by the VR technology on Arcade. But there are some things about your favorite game shows you may not have known.1. Marc Summers Had OCDNickelodeonHost of arguably the messiest show on television, Summers had a severe case of OCD. He

90s

12 Facts About Doogie Howser That Will Leave You Blogging About It

By Meg
Neil Patrick Harris wasn't always known as Barney Stinson from How I Met Your Mother. From 1989 to 1993, Harris was known as Doogie Howser M.D., and he will never live it down. Doogie was a child doctor (no, not a pediatrician) who was dealing with patients and puberty. What a combo. But there are some things about Doogie Howser you probably didn't read about on his blog. 1. The Network Hated Harris and the ShowLions of LibertyABC was not pleased with Neil Patrick Harris as the lead, and they also didn't care for the show in general. But
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