Marilyn Monroe

The “Hotel Del,” as it’s colloquially known, isn’t just one of Southern California’s inspired...

Posted by Robin on Sep 21, 2010 in Artists | Comments Off on The Arts: Andy Warhol

I don’t think Andy Warhol would like being remembered as “The Campbell’s Soup Can Guy.” Or the guy who said that...

Posted by Robin on Jan 12, 2010 in Sports | Comments Off on Sports: Joe DiMaggio

When Giuseppe and Rosalia DiMaggio were processed at Ellis Island near the turn of the century, they expected they’d raise a new...

Posted by Robin on Nov 29, 2009 in Music | Comments Off on Music: The Rat Pack

They called themselves “The Summit” or “The Clan.” Everyone else called them something else – The Rat...

Posted by Robin on Nov 28, 2009 in Actor | Comments Off on Actor: Clark Gable

Admit it. When you hear “Clark Gable,” you think “Rhett Butler.” Gable was an excellent actor who appeared in many...

Posted by Robin on Nov 20, 2009 in Americana | Comments Off on Americana: "Happy Birthday To You"

It probably won’t surprise you to know that this is the most recognized song in the English language. (The runners up, according to...