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This summer marks the 50th anniversary of aviation hero Joe Kittinger's historic parachute jump from the edge of space. He's ready to celebrate the occasion in style and to pass the torch to the next generation of adventurers.

Doug Stewart never dreamed of being a firefighter, but 50 years later, he's still fighting fires and smashing stereotypes.

Tom Rush is an incredible talent with big-time celebrity fans who chose stability over celebrity. Now, 50 years later, he may be on the verge of achieving both thanks to a YouTube video, of all things.

He's one of the best barefoot water skiers in history, but Zenon Bilas wasn't sure whether he could make a comeback after more than a dozen years off the water. Come along as Growing Bolder puts the 50-year-old to the test.

In his 50 years in the business, sportswriter Frank Deford has evolved from the "not very bright" kid to one of the most gifted, respected and versatile writers of our time. He reveals the two athletes he thinks are the most compelling of all time.

Joe Kittinger has kept a secret for nearly two years but now it can be revealed. What does this 81-year-old American hero have to do with the most dangerous, most exciting record attempt in 50 years? Everything.

Petula Clark became a mega-superstar in Europe before crossing the ocean and becoming a household name in America with her hit song "Downtown."