Playwright August Wilson (1945 - 2005) rose from humble beginnings to become a celebrated Broadway fixture with his 10-play cycle chronicling the African-American experience in the 20th century. His awards include Tony, two Pulitzers and seven New York Drama Critics Circle Awards.

Follow Bing Crosby's remarkable life, from growing up in Spokane, Washington, to his death after a good game of golf at a course in Madrid, Spain. He had four sons with his first wife Dixie Lee, who died at the age of 40. His surviving family today are his second wife Kathryn and their two sons and daughter.

The years 1946 to 1964 define the American post-war baby boomer generation. The economy flourished, new technology made it easier to share ideas and culture, and space exploration took off. But the boomers' era was also marked by great unrest.

A timeline of key moments in environmental history and the environmental movement, including important early writing, the first conservation groups, disasters, legislation, activism and more.

Timeline of major events in the life of writer J.D. Salinger (Jan 1, 1919 – Jan 27, 2010), including his education, relationships, and literary achievements.

The life and times of Mel Brooks: The 2000 Year Old Man.

The life and times of Sister Rosetta Tharpe.

The life and times of Carl Sandburg as told by Sandburg biographer, Penelope Niven.

Read a timeline detailing biographical landmarks in the life and career of Cab Calloway.