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  • Ed McMahon
    GB Radio

    Heeerrrrrrre's ... Ed McMahon!


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    Have You Ever Seen a Squirrel on Skis?

    This is the most famous squirrel in the world.



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    Masters of Disguise

    Everyone from the president of the United States to Borat to some aging superheroes showed up at the 2007 Famous Faces Ball to benefit Shepard's Hope.


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    Gators Fund Golden Years

    Talk about an unusual retirement plan. A world-famous gator trapper saved trophies from his catches to help fund his retirement. Anyone want a gator head?


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    Meet a Munchkin

    Meet one of the people who appeared in one of the most famous movies in history -- The Wizard of Oz -- and see what she says about her very small role in such a big Hollywood smash.


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    Inside a Master's Studio

    This blog is excerpted from Ruth Hamilton's autobiography, "The Hamilton Saga," which she wrote at the age of 90.  In part 1, we shared Ruth's chapter on meeting the son of the famous artist Paul Gauguin during a trip to Denmark in the summer of...

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    Hodding Carter

    He comes from a long line of famous writers and public figures, but Hodding Carter has always made his biggest splash in the pool. Find out what sent the former college swimmer back into the deep end in his 40s.


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    David and Louise Hollyer

    This couple survived one of the most famous nautical disasters in history -- the sinking of the Andrea Doria.


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    Pablo Picasso

    Born: Oct. 25, 1881
    Died: April 8, 1973
    Picasso is generally considered the most famous and perhaps greatest artist of the 20th century.


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    Grandma Moses (Anna Roberts)

    Born: Sept. 7, 1860
    Died: Dec. 13, 1961
    One of the most famous American folk artists of all-time, she taught herself to paint when she was in her mid-70s.


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    Frank Lloyd Wright

    Born: June 8, 1867
    Died: April 29, 1959
    Considered the most influential architect of his time. A pioneer ahead of his time and is easily America's most famous architect.


  • Ed McMahon
    Ed McMahon

    The man who bellowed one of TV's most beloved phrases night after night is taking us on a journey through the history of the small screen.


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    Boomer's Buzz: Wednesday, March 5, 2008

    Hillary wins Texas and Ohio to keep her campaign alive. McCain clinches GOP nomination and Huckabee bows out. Plus, cancer risks and hormone therapy, "60 Minutes" blackout mystery, publishing scandal, failed dogs, and Star Wars according to a 3-year-old.


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    The Faces That Made Norman Rockwell Famous

    Norman Rockwell was our nation's most beloved artist. He had always used professional models until he moved next door to the Edgerton family. Their faces are immortalized in some of the artist's most beloved works.


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    Today's Buzz: Tuesday, Jan. 22

    The GB News Brew. It's ground fresh daily, just for you. Check inside for today's top stories, today's birthdays and a look back at January 22 through history.


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    The Nelsons

    Former teen idols Matthew and Gunnar Nelson come from one of the most famous show biz families in history.


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    Dr. T. Berry Brazelton

    World-famous pediatrician Dr. Berry Brazelton has been coaching parents for six decades.


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    Reality Bytes: Fore!

    In the latest episode of Reality Bytes, follow GB's Marc and Bill as they schmooze their way into the world-famous PGA Show and come face to face with everyone from golfing great Greg Norman to a nutty chair massage guy.


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    Spike Jones Jr.

    A Hollywood heavyweight is opening the vault to bring the hilarious works of his famous father back into the spotlight.


  • Mary Weiss
    Mary Weiss

    After a 40-year absence, Shangri-Las lead singer Mary Weiss is back with a new pop album.


  • Rachel Rosenthal
    Rachel Rosenthal

    World-famous performance artist Rachel Rosenthal is proving that creativity has no age limits.


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    Peter Criss

    KISS drummer Peter Criss says he's reinventing himself in his 60s.


  • Ruth Hamilton loved life for 109 years
    A Brush With Greatness

    The following is an excerpt from Ruth Hamilton's autobiography, "The Hamilton Saga." She wrote the book at age 90.  In the coming weeks, GrowingBolder.com will publish Ruth's description of her trip to Europe in the summer of 1937. As the people of...

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    Dead Celebs Growing Bolder

    This is really growing bolder. Even death doesn’t slow down some celebrities. The famous deceased are in demand for advertising and marketing.


  • Ruth Hamilton loved life for 109 years
    Traveling into Nazi Territory

    In 1937, Ruth Hamilton traveled to Europe to visit family in Denmark and to embark on a fact-finding mission for her radio program in the States. Her trip started out memorably when she came face-to-face with the son of a famous painter, and she even was...

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    Picture of the Day and Birthdays for June 26

    It's summertime and the living is easy. Even our pets are chillin'.


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    Body types apple or pear

    Dressing Your Body Typechoose your shape and we will deliverclothes,accessories and health package to your doorIt’s time to Embrace our bodies, curves, flaws, and all. When it comes to beauty and fashion, there is no ideal body shape. All female...

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  • Norma Miller
    Norma Miller

    World-famous choreographer Norma Miller has been dancing for more than seven decades and her career is still going strong.


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    Chris Klose

    Many from the first wave of Peace Corps volunteers in the 1960s are getting a second chance to make a difference thanks to Chris Klose, who helped found Peace Corps Encore.


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    Jim Carlton

    What do The Smothers Brothers, Pat Paulson and Joan Rivers all have in common? Jim Carlton. He's juggled being a singer, guitarist, comedian and Carlton has even made a name for himself as a TV writer for some of the most famous names in the business.


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    93-year-old Banana George Attempts Water Skiing Record

    It was a rough winter for Banana George Blair, the most famous water skier in history. The oldest-ever barefoot skier ever battled a severe case of pneumonia that left him bedridden and weak. But the 93-year-old wasn’t ready to give up the sport he loved.


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    Rain Pryor

    Rain Pryor may have inherited her famous father's sense of humor, but she adds her own sense of sass and style to her performances and books.


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    Dysfunctional, Self-Centered Dimwits

    It was artist Andy Warhol who said "In the future, everyone will be world-famous for 15 minutes." That was before reality TV. Now it seems like we'll all have our own show. What else can explain 20-year-old Brooke Hogan? Brooke is the no-talent,...

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    She Defines Human Lifespan

    Lifespan is defined as the age of the oldest living individual of a species. For humans, it's now 122 years and 164 days. That's how old Madame Jeanne Calment was when she died in France in August 1997.


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    Picture of the Day and Birthdays for June 24

    If you're looking for a one-of-a-kind beach, look no further than Olu Deniz, Turkey. That's right ,Turkey.


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    Innovative American Artist Dies

    Robert Rauschenberg has died at the age of 82. The artist found fame - and controversy - with his stunning and colorful paintings and sculptures.


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    'Andy Griffith' Composer Dies

    The whistle behind one of TV's all-time most recognizable theme songs has died. Earle Hagen not only whistled it, he wrote it, too. In fact, he wrote some of the most popular themes in history. See if your favorite show is among them.


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    Charles Grodin

    Multitalented actor and author Charles Grodin gathered stories from people like Robert Redford, Regis Philbin and Goldie Hawn to help others learn from their mistakes.


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    Brenda Lee

    Brenda Lee is a little bit country and a little bit rock 'n' roll. Actually, she's a lot of both. She's the only woman in music history to be inducted into the hall of fame for both and will be awarded with the Pioneer Award this year.


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    Picture of the Day and Birthdays: June 11

    Wanna see the Great Blue Hole? It's a 480 foot deep and perfectly circular limestone sinkhole 60 miles off the coast of Belize. This incredible geographical phenomenon is one of the most astounding dive sites in the world.


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    Remember Satchel

    Today would have been Satchel Paige's 102nd birthday. Paige may have been the greatest pitcher in baseball history but what we like most about him is that he defined Growing Bolder long before anyone really knew what it was.


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    5 Questions With: Simply Deb

    She loves learning new things, and she shares her stories right here on Growing Bolder. Simply Deb has been a great supporter of our Web site, and so we wanted to know -- what makes her tick?


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    Bob Gruen

    For more than 40 years, rock photographer Bob Gruen has had an all-access pass to some of the greatest stars and moments in music history.


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    Art Linkletter's Son and Inspiration Dies

    Jack Linkletter, the inspiration for his father's hit show, "Kids Say the Darndest Things," has died. Growing Bolder recently talked to Art about what his son said that spawned a huge hit.


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    What's On Your Bucket List?

    What would you do if you knew your life was about to end? That's the premise of a new movie, starring some Hollywood heavyweights who are all about Growing Bolder in their real and make-believe worlds.


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    My quest for a shot at "The Amazing Race"

    CAUTION: GB MEMBER VIDEO AHEAD...KEEP READING ! ! ! What do you get when you mix the following elements: An “amazing” sense of adventure, a 13 page application form, a video camera and my sister, whom I’ve known for 36 years? It’s quite...

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  • Marge Clauser
    The Desire to Write

        I have had good storytellers, great conversationalists and naturally funny people tell me that they could never be a writer.  “And, why is that?” I ask.   “I'm not good enough,” is the usual...

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    Who's The Greatest Ever?

    If you're looking for inspiration to get off the couch – look no further. GrowingBolder.com has the world's greatest collection of interviews with amazing Masters Athletes. But who is the best over-40 athlete of all time?


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    Silver Surfers

    We learned at the recent Surf Expo that riding the waves isn't just for kids. It 's becoming a sport for life. That had us wondering, who are the pioneers, the role models for senior surfing? We knew there had to be some -- and we weren't disappointed.


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    Want to Add 14 Years to Your Life?

    Researchers just released a list of some easy things you can do to live a longer, happier life.


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    What Led Up to the Book…

    Follow your bliss! At age 61, I never thought I’d be living these famous words by Joseph Campbell. But when I realize that I’m doing the work I love from my home in the hills above a beautiful lake in New Hampshire, and that I’m sharing my life...

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    Fountain of Youth Springs in Vegas, Baby

    Mega-stars who rose to fame more than three decades ago, including Cher, Elton John and Bette Midler, are finding a new home in Sin City. Find out why the neon desert is such a draw for these smokin' hot stars.


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    I'm Writing a Diet Book

    No one's happier about America's weight problem than the $50-billion-a-year diet industry. That's why I've decided to write a diet book. I've done a little research and it should be pretty easy. After all, it doesn't have to work. 95% of all diets...

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  • Bill Shafer
    Tribute to a Father Long Gone

    Ciji Ware didn't exactly have a normal upbringing, but she hasn't complained one bit. Her father, Harlan Ware was one of two main writers for the longest running non-interrupted serial drama in radio history, "One Man's Family." Harlan died exactly 40...

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    Cancer Survivors

    A cancer diagnosis can be devastating but beating cancer is becoming commonplace. Check out Growing Bolder's library of interviews with men and women who not only beat cancer but emerged from the battle better than ever.


  • Ruth Hamilton loved life for 109 years
    Swept Up By Hitler's Mob

    In 1937, Ruth Hamilton traveled to Europe to visit family in Denmark and to embark on a fact-finding mission for her radio program in the States. Decades later, she wrote about her life-changing trip in her autobiography, "The Hamilton Saga."...

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    GB's World's Oldest

    Here's something you won't find anywhere else -- GB's exclusive collection of interviews with remarkable men and women who are the world's oldest in their activity. If you want inspiration and proof that it's never too late, here it is.


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    How is your life is different than your parent's lives were when they were your age?

    Each week, Growing Bolder asks top leaders, thinkers, writers, life coaches, entertainers and role models to weigh in on issues affecting our lives.


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    Roadie Report 32 -By Camilla McGuinn

    Growing Bolder Note: This a fabulous 2007 wrap-up written by Roger McGuinn's wife Camilla. As always, it's a fascinating tale that starts in the present and occasionally "timeshifts" to add context to the present. October 10, 2007: Roger was...

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    What Moment Changed Your Life Forever?

    Growing Bolder asks leaders, thinkers, writers, life coaches, entertainers and role models to weigh in on issues affecting our lives.


  • Terry Peterson
    Terry Peterson

    This over-50 extreme sports athlete makes peoples' jaws drop with only one wheel. Terry Peterson, best known as the UniGeezer, has become a worldwide sensation on a unicycle.


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    That's Not Hot

    People around the world are buzzing with the news that Paris Hilton's grandfather just made a massive cut to the celebrity's inheritance. And he's not alone! Find out how his drastic decision is in line with many baby boomers' financial plans.



 

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