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Sarah Holcomb: From Animal House Stardom To Hollywood's Most Mysterious Disappearance

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Sarah Holcomb: From Animal House Stardom To Hollywood's Most Mysterious Disappearance

Sarah Holcomb was just 18 when she starred in Animal House, creating comedy's most controversial scene. Two years later, she appeared in Caddyshack. By 22, her career was over—discover the tragic story of Hollywood's most mysterious disappearance.

Retired 1970s 1980s 11 min read min read

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What Happened To Martha Smith? The Animal House Star Who Built Five Careers and Never Apologised

What Happened To Martha Smith? The Animal House Star Who Built Five Careers and Never Apologised

She bet wrong on the comedy that made $141 million. She married Hollywood royalty. She walked away at her peak. Then she rebuilt—again and again. This is the story of the actress who refused to let one industry define her worth.

Located 1970s 1980s 1990s 17 min read min read

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What Happened To Helen Slater? The Supergirl Who Refused to Disappear

What Happened To Helen Slater? The Supergirl Who Refused to Disappear

Helen Slater was 20 when Supergirl bombed, nearly destroying her career. She rebuilt with Ruthless People and The Secret of My Success, chose family over fame, earned a PhD, then returned to play Supergirl's mother for seven seasons. She saved herself.

Located 1980s 1990s 13 min read min read

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What Happened To Michele Carey? The El Dorado Star Who Shot John Wayne, Kissed Elvis, and Vanished

What Happened To Michele Carey? The El Dorado Star Who Shot John Wayne, Kissed Elvis, and Vanished

At 13, Michele Carey won gold performing at Soldier Field. At 24, she shot John Wayne in El Dorado. At 28, Wayne personally called about True Grit. At 44, she disappeared from Hollywood. For 32 years nobody knew where she went or why she left.

Deceased 1960s 1970s 1980s 17 min read min read

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What Happened to Brad Renfro? The Child Star Who Left Behind a Secret Son

What Happened to Brad Renfro? The Child Star Who Left Behind a Secret Son

The public didn't know Brad Renfro had a son until after he was dead. Days before his 2008 overdose, he spent time with his 5-year-old boy in Japan. The son wasn't mentioned in his obituary. In 2025, Yamato Renfro is 22—and nobody's asked him a single question.

Deceased 1990s 10 min read min read

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The Man Who Launched the Superhero Era Then Vanished: What Happened to Stephen Norrington?

The Man Who Launched the Superhero Era Then Vanished: What Happened to Stephen Norrington?

The director who proved superhero films could be successful vanished after a tumultuous 2003 movie. Not much is known about Norrington these days, until now. We catch up and get all the "skinny" from the man himself.

Located 1980s 1990s 19 min read min read 🎤 Exclusive

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What Happened To Jerry Supiran? 13 Years After the Homeless Headlines

What Happened To Jerry Supiran? 13 Years After the Homeless Headlines

In May 2012, headlines exploded: "Small Wonder Star Homeless, Sleeping Under Bridges." Jerry Supiran's story dominated entertainment news for weeks. Did he survive, or did Hollywood claim another victim?

Located 1980s 8 min read min read

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Claudia Wells: From Back to the Future Stardom to Hollywood's Most Inspiring Disappearance

Claudia Wells: From Back to the Future Stardom to Hollywood's Most Inspiring Disappearance

In 1985, Claudia Wells became Jennifer Parker in one of cinema's most beloved films. When Hollywood came calling for the sequels, she said no—choosing family over fame in a decision that defined her character. 40 years later, discover the remarkable woman behind that choice.

Located 1980s 1990s 11 min read min read

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What Happened to Daphne Zuniga? Spaceballs' Princess Vespa

What Happened to Daphne Zuniga? Spaceballs' Princess Vespa

In 1987, Daphne Zuniga was Princess Vespa in the cult classic Spaceballs, with perfect hair and quotable lines that still define pop culture. She had conquered romantic comedy with John Cusack and worked with Mel Brooks. Then she made Hollywood's most unexpected move—choosing her own path.

Located 1980s 1990s 11 min read min read

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What Happened to Robert Rusler? From 80s Teen Idol to Character Actor

What Happened to Robert Rusler? From 80s Teen Idol to Character Actor

Remember Tommy Hook from Thrashin'? Or Max from Weird Science? Robert Rusler was everywhere in the 80s, playing the cool bad boy who could skate, fight, and steal scenes from bigger stars. But instead of chasing leading man fame, he chose a different path.

Located 1980s 1990s 8 min read min read

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What Happened to Jaye Davidson from The Crying Game

What Happened to Jaye Davidson from The Crying Game

Remember The Crying Game's shocking twist? Jaye Davidson earned an Oscar nomination, demanded $1 million for Stargate expecting rejection, got it, then walked away from Hollywood forever. Now he's a Paris fashion stylist who chose happiness over fame. Here's his remarkable story.

Located 1990s 5 min read min read

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Brigitte Nielsen: From 80s Action Queen to Reality TV Icon

Brigitte Nielsen: From 80s Action Queen to Reality TV Icon

In 1985, towering Danish beauty Brigitte Nielsen burst onto Hollywood screens as the sword-wielding warrior in Red Sonja. From her whirlwind marriage to Sylvester Stallone to reality TV fame with Flavor Flav to becoming a mom again at 54 - discover the Amazon's incredible reinvention story.

Located 1980s 1990s 9 min read min read

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What Happened to 'Working Girl' Star Melanie Griffith?

What Happened to 'Working Girl' Star Melanie Griffith?

From Oscar-nominated secretary in 'Working Girl' to Hollywood icon, Melanie Griffith's journey has been unforgettable. Discover her rise to fame, famous marriages, health battles, and current life as Dakota Johnson's mom in this nostalgic look at an 80s superstar.

Located 1980s 1990s 10 min read min read

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What Happened to Clive Owen? The Rise, Peak, and Evolution of a Hollywood Star

What Happened to Clive Owen? The Rise, Peak, and Evolution of a Hollywood Star

Whether playing a casino dealer, a dystopian hero, or now an aging detective, Clive Owen has consistently delivered performances marked by intensity, intelligence, and a distinct brand of British cool. But where has he been the last decade?

Located 1980s 1990s 11 min read min read

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What Happened to Elizabeth Peña? The Vibrant Star of Lonestar & La Bamba Remembered

What Happened to Elizabeth Peña? The Vibrant Star of Lonestar & La Bamba Remembered

From breakout roles in the 80s to memorable appearances in modern classics, we trace the career and tragic passing of the immensely talented Elizabeth Peña.

Deceased 1980s 1990s 8 min read min read

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What Happened to Pale Riders' Sydney Penny?

What Happened to Pale Riders' Sydney Penny?

Discover what happened to Sydney Penny, the talented actress from Pale Rider. From her breakthrough role alongside Clint Eastwood to her current success as an actor, producer, and business owner in Wilmington, NC, explore her remarkable journey in entertainment spanning four decades.

Located 1980s 1990s 9 min read min read

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What Happened to Jaimz Woolvett? The Schofield Kid.

What Happened to Jaimz Woolvett? The Schofield Kid.

From his unforgettable role as The Schofield Kid in Clint Eastwood's Unforgiven to his later career, discover what happened to Jaimz Woolvett after his breakthrough performance in the Oscar-winning western. A story of Hollywood's unpredictable paths.

Located 1990s 6 min read min read

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What Happened to Poltergeist's JoBeth Williams?

What Happened to Poltergeist's JoBeth Williams?

Discover what happened to JoBeth Williams, the star of 'Poltergeist'. From Hollywood horror icon to respected TV actress, explore Williams' fascinating career journey. Learn how she adapted to industry changes and continues to shine in Hollywood.

Located 1970s 1980s 1990s 10 min read min read

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Whatever Happened To Shelley Duvall from The Shining?

Whatever Happened To Shelley Duvall from The Shining?

Updated 11/07/2024: Duvall died in her sleep of complications from diabetes at her home in Blanco, Texas.

Deceased 1970s 1980s 1990s 7 min read min read

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Whatever Happened To Tremors Actress Finn Carter?

Whatever Happened To Tremors Actress Finn Carter?

Shortly after finding fame, Carter seemed to disappear from the public eye. So what exactly happened to the actress after Tremors? Let's take a look back at her life and career.

Located 1980s 1990s 15 min read min read

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