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"Dawson's Creek" Exec Reveals There Was An Alternate Ending, And His Mom "Hates Him" For Not Choosing It

By Meg
There are a few decisions I've made that my mom probably isn't too proud of. But I don't think any of them have hit the level of "not ending your TV show with the finale she wanted." Unfortunately for Dawson's Creek showrunner Kevin Williamson, that's exactly what level he's at. He and fellow showrunner Paul Stupin had differing opinions on how it should all play out. Dawson's Creek was our ultimate guilty pleasure as teens, and honestly still is. You'd be hard-pressed to find a teenager from the 80s and 90s who didn't enjoy the weekly indulgence of our version

TV

Move Over Will Smith, 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' Reboot May Be Getting A Princess

By Maya
I'll be blunt about it: if you didn't love watching The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, you're probably a liar. The 90s sitcom had everything: great humor, lovable characters, and zesty plot lines for the whole family to enjoy. As devastating as it was to say goodbye to the beloved series, it had a great six-year run, and my siblings and I still relished in watching repeats whenever they came to air.  Recently, rumors have been swirling around about a potential Fresh Prince reboot being in the works after Smith posted an animated picture of the show's cast to Instagram.

Pop Culture

10 Facts About Dr. Seuss That You Would Never Be Able To Guess From His Books

By Awa
He's been gone for nearly 27 years, but Dr. Seuss left behind a legacy that will last for generations. I remember my parents reading his books to me when I was a toddler, then when I was able to read myself, I wasted no time in getting through favorites like Cat In The Hat and One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish.During the holidays, the entire family watched How The Grinch Stole Christmas, and like every other grad, my parents gave a copy of Oh The Places You'll Go when I finished high school. In many ways, Dr.

70s

Real Life People Who Inspired 9 Famous Songs We All Love

By Elfreda
Muses have always played a powerful role in art. From Da Vinci's Mona Lisa to Kate Moss inspiring entire fashion lines in her heyday, artists have always been able to create memorable works when they come into contact with people who make them feel something. And it's no different when it comes to music. We've sang so many of these songs out loud, not knowing the folks who inspired them. Here are the real life people who inspired nine of the most popular songs in modern music history.1. Uptown Girl by Billy Joelexpress.co.ukThe lyrics to Billy Joel's

80s

10 Tiny Details Most People Miss In 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off'

By Zachary
There are some movies we can't help but watch over and over, and one of those is Ferris Bueller's Day Off.But endlessly rewatching the classic comedy has taught us a lot.Thanks to Ferris, we all know how to fake being sick, we can recognize pointillism, and we know what a Von Steuben Day parade is. Still, no matter how many times you've watched the movie, there are some blink-and-you'll-miss-them details that speed right past you.Here are 10 you probably never noticed:1. Ferris has three siblingsParamount PicturesNotice anything strange about the family portrait on Mr. Bueller's desk?

90s

We Can Tell You Which 90s Teen Heartthrob Would Have Been Your Soulmate Based On Your Zodiac

By Tanya
Falling in love with a teen heartthrob in the 90s was a right of passage. We all did it. We all had that one star who made our hearts flutter as we clumsily tumbled into puberty. Though we shared a lot of crushes with our friends, it turns out that your zodiac sign could indicate which one would have been your soulmate. Sure, the 90s may be over and we no longer have Teen Beat Magazines plastered all over our walls, but it's still fun to imagine which of your former favorite heartthrobs should have been your one true love.

00s

What Has Max Keeble Been Up To Since His Big Move?

By Meg
Max Keeble's Big Move is one of those movies that you totally forgot existed, but now that I've mentioned it you remember every single word to MacGoogles's theme song. "MacGoogles is me name, I like a swampy bog! It's time to play a game with your favorite highland frog!"As memory serves, this was the first movie I ever saved up for and bought with my own money. I couldn't have been more than 10 years old, and all I wanted was to watch Max Keeble defeat the school bullies before his family moved away. It also helped that the

90s

8 True Stories Of How Our Favorite 90s Bands Got Their Name

By Maya
Regardless of what decade you grew up in, music was probably the foundation of your adolescent life. If you up on the latest trends in the 90s, it would be a shock if Destiny's Child and Green Day didn't make a coveted spot on your mix tapes. But did you ever wonder were these popular groups got their iconic moniker? Well, if you're feeling intrigued, here are eight stories behind how bands got their names.1. Backstreet BoysThis boy band's name was chosen by their infamous manager, Lou Pearlman, after Orlando's Backstreet Market, where the members used to hang out.

80s

10 Banned Episodes Of Your Favorite Shows That Seem Tame By Today's Standards

By Zachary
American television audiences love two things: shows that push the envelope, and complaining about popular shows that push the envelope.While some episodes of our favorite shows were pulled off the air for racy humor, others were just victims of bad timing. Looking back decades later, it can be hard to believe these 10 episodes were so controversial:1. Seinfeld - "The Puerto Rican Day" One of the highest rated episodes of the hit comedy show was also its most controversial. When Kramer (that incorrigible scamp) accidentally sets a Puerto Rican flag on fire during the annual Puerto Rican Day
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