Born on This Day
Beat Generation writer whose works, including "Naked Lunch," explored controversial themes like addiction.
Actress known for her versatile roles in film, television and theater. Key performances include in TV's "Ozark" and films "You Can Count on Me and "The Truman Show."
Actress known for her work in films "Beaches," "Black Swan" and "The Last Temptation of Christ."
In a colossal TV flop, Tim Conway's edgy sketch comedy show "Turn-On" bombs so badly that one Ohio station pulls it after 10 minutes, preferring a blank screen to its rapid-fire, risqué humor. A second episode never aired.
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