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Henson, Josiah

(Encyclopedia) Henson, Josiah, 1789–1883, black slave, reputedly the basis of the character of Uncle Tom in Uncle Tom's Cabin, b. Charles co., Md. In 1825 he faithfully led a party of his master's…

Television Hall of Fame

Each year, the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences inducts up to seven people or programs to the Television Hall of Fame. Here are the past…

Daschle, Tom

(Encyclopedia) Daschle, Tom (Thomas Andrew Daschle)Daschle, Tomdăshˈəl [key], 1947–, U.S. senator from South Dakota (1987–2005), b. Aberdeen, S.Dak. A Democrat, he was elected to the U.S. House of…

Dibdin, Charles

(Encyclopedia) Dibdin, Charles, 1745–1814, English songwriter and theatrical entrepreneur. His best-known songs are from his ballad operas, such as The Bells of Aberdovey from Liberty Hall (1785) and…

Smothers, Tom

(Thomas) comedianBirthplace: New York CityBorn: 2/2/37

Wopat, Tom

actorBirthplace: Lodi, Wis.Born: 9/9/50

Ewell, Tom

(Yewell Tompkins) actorBirthplace: Owensboro, Ky.Born: 1909Died: 1994

Magliozzi, Tom

“Car Talk” hostBirthplace: Cambridge, Mass.Born: 6/28/37

Poston, Tom

actor Birthplace: Columbus, Ohio Born: 10/17/21 Died: 04/30/07

Conti, Tom

actorBirthplace: Paisley, ScotlandBorn: 11/22/41