Famous figures

22 Celebrities Who Make Getting Older Look So Cool

These celebrities are ageless!

13 of Napoleon Bonaparte's Most Famous Quotes

In this post, you'll find 13 of the French Emperor's most famous quotes, as well as more biographical information about the famous conqueror as you scroll down.

You’ve Never Seen These Famous Faces Like This Before!

See these familiar faces in a new light!

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: 11 Facts About the Famed Composer

Discover 11 facts about the extraordinary life and unexpected legacy of the famous composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.

You’ll Never Guess What These Portraits Are Made Of!

These amazing portraits are made entirely out of denim!

23 Famous Figures Photographed With Their Beloved Cats

Seeing these 23 famous figures of the 19th and 20th centuries photographed with their spoiled and beloved cats is so heartwarming!

6 Olympic Athletes Who Sold Their Medals

Find out why these 6 Olympic athletes decided to sell their gold and silver medals.

These Words Wouldn’t Exist Without These 10 Famous Authors

Learn of 10 commonly-used English words that were coined by famous authors and philosophers.

15 Facts So Fascinating You’ll Have to Pass Them On!

A few interesting facts make even the most mundane topic fascinating. Check out these 15 facts across many different topics.

Stars Meet Their Past Selves in This Delightful Collection

Artist Ard Gelinck photoshops well-known celebrities with their younger versions. Here are some of her new creations.

Learn From Ovid’s Wise Words On Courage and Love

Ovid became a poet against his father's wishes, and we're certainly lucky that he did. Here are 12 timeless quotes of the famous Roman poet.

8 Ancient Greek Scholars & Their Life-Changing Inventions

The foundations of modern medicine, engineering, biology, and astronomy were set up by these 8 stellar minds more than two thousand years ago.

Audrey Hepburn - 16 Quotes on Love, Happiness and Optimism

Audrey Hepburn was one of the most beloved film stars and fashion icons of the 20th century. These quotes highlight her great heart, wisdom, and humility.

6 Of the Smartest People to Ever Live

Einstein's name has long been used as a synonym for genius, but history is full of other tremendously intelligent people. Here are 6 noteworthy examples!

The Level of Precision In These Portraits Is Incredible!

Mostafa Khodeir needs nothing but a ballpoint pen to draw incredible hyper-realistic portraits of historical figures, athletes, and animals.

The Most Profound Musings of Harper Lee

The enduring success of 'To Kill A Mockingbird' turned Harper Lee into a literary legend. Here are some of her most remarkable quotes.

These Beautiful Actresses Became MORE Elegant With Age

These famous Hollywood actresses only became more elegant and refined with time, take a look!

The Odd and Eccentric Writing Rituals of 10 Famous Writers

Their odd writing rituals & quirks of these famous writers - from keeping rotten apples in the desk to walking lobsters on a leash - raise a number of questions.

12 Quotes That Reveal Jane Austen’s Wit and Wisdom

These quotes perfectly capture Jane Austen's timeless humor, wit, and wisdom.

Admire Upcycled Denim Scraps Turned Into Incredible Art

Meet Deniz Sağdıç, a multimedia artist who uses upcycled denim scraps to make the most strikingly realistic portraits, some of which you might recognize!

These Are the Most BEAUTIFUL Female Celebrities Over 60

If anyone still thought beauty fades with age, these absolutely stunning celebrities, who are all over 60, are here to prove this theory wrong!

These Beautiful Quotes Will Inspire You to Pick Up a Book

Are you an avid reader? Or maybe, on the contrary, you haven’t picked up a book in a while? These 18 beautiful quotes will surely make you crave a good book

15 Quotes to Remember from F. Scott Fitzgerald

To celebrate the contribution he gave the world through his writing, here are some of the most beautiful quotes of F. Scott Fitzgerald on life, love, and talent.

6 World Famous Figures Who Kept Their Identity a Secret

Being famous doesn't have to mean everyone knows everything about you - these 6 enigmatic figures are world-famous yet no one truly knows who they are.

13 Remarkable Quotes from Frank Sinatra

Being one of the most prominent figures in entertainment in the past century, Frank Sinatra has some remarkable things to say about life, love, and success.

These 10 Beautiful Quotes Describe Fall Perfectly

There is something special about fall, so naturally, it has countless mentions in poems and literature. These are some of the most beautiful quotes about fall.

10 Obscure Inventions by World Famous Inventors

We’d like to bring your attention to 10 lesser-known inventions of famous figures in history, which will reveal a new and different side of these inventors to you.

10 Quotes on Grace and Inner Strength by Jackie Kennedy

Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis's grace and inner strenght are an inspiration for many to this day. Here are the most memorable of the former First Lady.

10 Facts Everyone Should Know About Nelson Mandela

Even the most public figures have some lesser known facts hidden in their biographies. Here are 10 facts you may not know about Nelson Mandela.

12 Beautiful Words of Wisdom By Philosopher Immanuel Kant

Immanuel Kant is one of the most important thinkers of the Age of Reason. Read what the famous philosopher had to say about life, education, and ethics here.

14 Agatha Christie Quotes That Will Make You Think

Agatha Chritie gave us some pretty memorable words, as remarkable people often do. Here are some of the most inspiring, introspective and entertaining ones

Read Quotes From the Authors Who Knew Writing Best

Have you ever wondered how your favorite author viewed the world, art, and creativity? These 10 fascinating quotes will give you some idea...

5 Famous Figures Who Made The Most of Quarantine

If you're looking for inspiration to stay productive during the pandemic, take a look at these artists and thinkers who unleashed their creativity in quarantine

The Wise and Beautiful Words of Princess Diana

Proncess Diana is remembered for her grace, compassion, and generosity. These are her most powerful words.

The Unlikely Chance Encounters That Shaped the World

One chance meeting could change history. Check out the stories of the most world altering encounters that happened completely at random.

These 10 Facts Prove Amelia Earhart Was Extraordinary

To cleberate the legacy of the pioneer aviator, we gathered 10 fats on the life of Amelia Earhart you must know.

20 New Photos of Stars Side by Side Their Younger Selves

Our favorite celebrities are finally back posing together with their younger selves and making us smile from ear to ear!

These Words Will Inspire You To Explore The Great Outdoors

Throughout history, people have used walking as a way to unwind and let the mind wander. Nowadays, many are rediscovering the greatness of a walk

When Times are Hard, Remember These 7 Encouraging Speeches

Some leaders managed to inspire millions and sometimes even change the course of history through their speeches, and here 7 prime examples

15 Deep and Beautiful Quotes By Women’s Rights Advocates

Let’s zoom in to some beautiful meaningful words of wisdom uttered by famous people who advocated for women's rights and empowerment

14 of Andy Warhol’s Best Quotes

Warhol was not only talented, but also an enigmatic personality. Here are some of his most fascinating and thought provoking quotes.

13 Quotes From the Greatest Minds of the 20th Century

13 memorable quotes by some of the 20th century's most outstanding figures

10 Admirable Female Warriors Everyone Should Know About

The stories of these warrior women are worth remembering, as their achievements were as admirable as those of Alexander the Great or Napoleon

15 Inspiring Quotes by Great Minds to Spark Courage in You

To help you reclaim your bravery, here are 15 inspiring and thought provoking quotes by world renowned thinkers of the past and present

Admire Some of History’s Finest Photos Reimagined in Color

We’re incredibly fortunate to be able to see history through vintage photographs, but wouldn’t it be fun to see all these photos in color?

15 Wise Quotes by Famous Figures from the Age of Reason

Inspiring, wise and useful quotes by famous figures from the Age of Reason in history

10 Words We Use Every Day That Shakespeare Made Popular

Shakespeare is believed to have invented 1,700 words, but these 10 should be taken off the list, as he didn't invent, but popularized them.

What Architectural Wonders Looked Like During Construction

Have you ever wondered how some of the greatest architectural wonders of the past few centuries were created? Wonder no more...

Can You See the Faces in These Mind-Bending Paintings?

Portraits by Oleg Shuplyak are special because they are very clever optical illusions. Can you see all the famous figures in these paintings?

Could This Be the First Known Sculpture by Da Vinci?

Art critics believe they found the first ever sculpture by Leonardo da Vinci, which was misattributed to a different author for centuries.

The Beauty of Love & Nature in William Morris’s Poetry

Few people were so talented in many different art styles and techniques as William Morris. More about his art and poetry in this article...

These 11 Quotes Don’t Belong to Those You Think They Do

Surprising quotations that were completely miscredited. Some have commonalities with the supposed authors, while others are completely off...

Alphonse Mucha: Extraordinary Paintings by a Unique Artist

Admire the creative genius of Alphonse Mucha from a series of his paintings, some of which are well-known and others more exclusive to this collection.

The Fascinating Last Words of Famous Historical Figures

Some of the most important figures in world history, along with some of the most notorious, had some fascinating things to say just before they left this world.

Prize Moments in the Lives of World Famous Figures

Here are rare photographs of classic famous figures that have much more to them than just plain old gossip.