TV Guide: Biography

Billy Crystal

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 20:00:00 -0500

Wed Nov 11 08:00 PM BIO A profile of Billy Crystal, who went from stand-up routines and a role on the sitcom "Soap" to fame on "Saturday Night Live" and the 1989 romantic comedy "When Harry Met Sally" and the 1999 comedy "Analyze This."

Travis Tritt

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 10:00:00 -0500

Wed Nov 11 10:00 AM BIO Country singer Travis Tritt is profiled.

Hank Williams Jr.

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:00:00 -0500

Wed Nov 11 09:00 AM BIO Country-music star Hank Williams Jr., son of the legendary Hank Williams, is profiled. Among those commenting: Williams himself; band members; his daughter Holly; and his agent, Greg Oswald.

George Jones: King of Heartbreak

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 08:00:00 -0500

Wed Nov 11 08:00 AM BIO "George Jones: The King of Heartbreak" examines the life of the country singer. In addition to his solo career, Jones performed many duets with singer Tammy Wynette, to whom he was married from 1969 to 1975. Included are comments from current wife Nancy and band members.

Diff'rent Strokes

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 23:00:00 -0500

Tue Nov 10 11:00 PM BIO The sitcom "Diff'rent Strokes" (1978-86) is the focus. Included: the problems Gary Coleman, Todd Bridges and Dana Plato encountered after the series ended.

Kristy McNichol

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 22:00:00 -0500

Tue Nov 10 10:00 PM BIO Actress Kristy McNichol is profiled.

Dana Plato

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 21:00:00 -0500

Tue Nov 10 09:00 PM BIO Actress Dana Plato (1964-99) is profiled.

Bob Saget

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 10:00:00 -0500

Tue Nov 10 10:00 AM BIO A profile of Bob Saget, who rose to prominence in the sitcom "Full House" and as host of "America's Funniest Home Videos"; and whose squeaky clean persona seems the antithesis of his provocative stand-up comic act.

Gary Coleman

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:00:00 -0500

Tue Nov 10 09:00 AM BIO A profile of actor Gary Coleman, who gained fame on the TV series “Diff'rent Strokes.” Included: his bid for governor of California; his hobbies.

The Manson Women: An American Nightmare

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 23:00:00 -0500

Mon Nov 9 11:00 PM BIO Profiles of the women who were part of Charles Manson's infamous “family,” including Susan Atkins, Leslie Van Houten and Patricia Krenwinkel. Host: Harry Smith.

Charles Manson: Journey into Evil

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 22:00:00 -0500

Mon Nov 9 10:00 PM BIO The life and criminal career of Charles Manson, beginning with his childhood and concluding with comments from Manson today. Included: a detailed account of the infamous 1969 murders in the Hollywood hills and the media circus that grew around the ensuing trial; comments from former Manson "family" members Patricia Krenwinkel, Leslie Van Houten and Lynette "Squeaky" Fromme.

Mike Tyson

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 10:00:00 -0500

Mon Nov 9 10:00 AM BIO Boxer Mike Tyson is profiled.

Oscar De La Hoya: Body and Soul

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 09:00:00 -0500

Mon Nov 9 09:00 AM BIO The life of champion boxer Oscar De La Hoya is chronicled, from his childhood in Los Angeles to his Olympic and professional victories and his foray into music. Among those commenting are family members and sportswriters.

Mick Foley: Madman Unmasked

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 08:00:00 -0500

Mon Nov 9 08:00 AM BIO Mick Foley, who has wrestled as “Cactus Jack,” “Mankind” and “Dude Love,” discusses family life and the many injuries he has suffered while performing in the ring. Interviewees include director Barry Blaustein, who profiled Foley in the film “Beyond the Mat.”

Boy George

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 04:00:00 -0500

Mon Nov 9 04:00 AM BIO Profiling singer Boy George, born George Alan O'Dowd, who rose to fame as the lead singer for Culture Club in the 1980s.