It was the poster that inspired thousands of...well, it was inspiring. In 1976, a poster of actress Farrah Fawcett clad in a damp red bikini sold millions of copies. Now that very garment will be preserved as part of our nation's pop culture history, as today the late star's longtime companion Ryan O'Neal donated that, and other items from her personal collection, to the museum. more ›

Actor John Forsythe, best known for his 8-year role on "Dynasty," died yesterday from complications of pneumonia in Santa Ynez. Described by the New York Times as "the debonair actor whose matinee-idol looks, confident charm and mellifluous voice helped make him the star of three hit television series," Forsythe also played roles as the voice of Charlie on "Charlie's Angeles" and as a Beverly Hills lawyer in “Bachelor Father.” He earned two Golden Globes for his work on "Dynasty." R.I.P. more ›

Shark Week continues and as LAist has already reported, "American Idol" man-bimbo Ryan Seacrest was bitten by a shark (non-fatally unfortunately). What other dubious celebrities could we send to appropriately infested waters? more ›