If you love to hear about celebrities' darkest secrets, you've come to the right place. In this article, you'll learn about the drug addictions of Robert Downey Jr. and Marlon Brando, as well as Jay-Z's attempted murder. It's both entertaining and informative.
David Tyrnauer's film
This book is a hilarious, intimate look into Hollywood's lives and the secrets of Hollywood insiders. David Tyrnauer, director of Jane Jacobs and Valentino, has previously made documentaries. However, his latest film is very different. In this movie, Jack Bowers is revealed to us. Bowers was the most trusted person in company towns, as well as an important Hollywood insider. Alfred Kinsey once interviewed Bowers anonymously to discuss his book, "Sexual Behavior of the Human Male." Bowers' personal story is the subject in his memoir, "Full Service," that was published in 2012. Bowers' Hollywood adventures are followed by the book, which reveals the secrets to the stars.
Robert Downey Jr.'s addiction to drugs
It's not a secret that the actor has struggled for many years with addiction. Many consider him to be a symbol of the problem of substance abuse. He was just a teenager when he started using drugs and became a complete addict in his 20s. Due to his addiction to drugs, he made many poor decisions. He was arrested, convicted, and served a 12-month prison sentence.
Marlon Brando's mental illness
Marlon Brando suffered from mental illness. His childhood was not easy and he was frequently abused by his dad, who was an alcoholic. His defiance led him to have problems with Hollywood and school authorities. Perhaps his struggle with his father led him to become a bad boy in films.
Jay-Z's attempted assassination
Jay-Z is perhaps best known for his music and hip-hop, but he's been a prominent figure for many years on the right side. He is a strong advocate for social justice. He helped fund families of African Americans murdered by police and has called to reform prisons. His Hollywood attempt to murder was a shocking act of violence.
Scotty's Richfield station gas station
Scotty's Richfield gas station is a dark secret. The owner of the station, Scotty Bowers, once offered escort services to movie stars like Spencer Tracy, and it is rumored that he once hooked up Spencer with the help of a pimp. This man has fascinating stories and interesting details about Hollywood.
Harvey Weinstein's dark connections to organized crime
Harvey Weinstein's connections to organized crime are being exposed by a company that he hired to compile lists about companies with whom he had business dealings. Black Cube was founded by ex-intelligence officers in Israel and is the biggest corporate intelligence firm worldwide.
FAQ
What is the most surprising fact about your body?
There are two eyes, two ears. Two nostrils. Four limbs. A mouth, nose and penis. We have over 50 parts of our bodies. However, one thing is missing. The heart.
A heart is a pump, which circulates blood throughout our bodies. The blood travels through the veins and arteries, transporting oxygen and nutrients to cells. It also removes carbon dioxide.
The heart pumps out about 5 liters per minute. This is equivalent in daily coffee consumption to an adult who consumes approximately 2 to 3 cups.
The heart pumps blood 24 hours a days, 365 days per year. While you are sleeping, your heart beats about 100 times per second.
Color of your skin is a good indicator of whether someone is healthy. Looking closely at the skin's surface, you can see tiny blood vessels called capillaries. These vessels carry blood away to the heart via the large blood vessels. If blood flow is blocked, skin can turn blue or purple.
People with sickle cell disease lack red blood cells. Their blood becomes extremely sticky and hardened, which can lead to very serious illnesses.
If you cut yourself, a bandage is applied to stop the bleeding. For wounds to heal properly, blood must flow. Doctors will insert a needle under the skin to access the vein near the injury. This allows the blood to drain from the injured area.
A doctor can also insert tubes (catheters), into an artery in the vicinity of where blood clots form. This keeps the patient occupied until the clot is broken down naturally.
What are 5 interesting facts about the liver?
The liver is responsible for breaking down toxins and storing vitamins and minerals. It regulates blood pressure and maintains a stable body temperature.
What number of times have you heard someone say that they feel sluggish or heavy? These symptoms may indicate problems with the liver.
Some common signs include dark urine, yellowing skin, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach cramps, jaundice (yellow coloration), and itching. These are not all the warning signs. If you experience any of them, make an appointment with your doctor immediately.
The liver plays a crucial role in our lives. It is vital for detoxification, metabolism, immunity, reproduction, and digestion.
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The average adult human liver is approximately 1,400g.
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The liver of a baby is roughly half the size that of an adult at birth. It becomes about four times more large by the age of three than an infant's liver.
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The liver is located below the ribs on the left-hand side of your abdomen.
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The liver has 16 main lobes, with many smaller lobules within the lobes.
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The liver contains about 10 million individual red blood cells.
What is the most mysterious location on Earth?
Antarctica is considered the most mysterious area on Earth.
This is why we find it so captivating. Because it is unlike anything else on Earth.
It is very remote and isolated. However, there's more to this location than meets the eye.
Some of the most bizarre wildlife species can also be found in this natural wonder.
Let's see how this incredible destination became famous for its mystery.
Antarctica, The South Pole
No one knows exactly why Antarctica was named Antarctica. Some believe it is "land of the ice". Others believe it derives from Greek mythology.
Antarktis was an ancient Greek name that was given to the island where Zeus and his twin brothers, Zeus. One of the twins was said to have been born in winter. Hence, the word antarctic.
Others think the name came from the Greek words anti, meaning against, and tropos meaning turn. This would mean land turned away from the sun.
Whatever the reason, Antarctica has always held a special fascination for people.
It is the highest, coldest, windiest, dryest, and most populated continent. Because it is so cold, there aren't any trees, plants or animals.
Yet, the frozen desert is alive with life.
Here, 90 percent live of all species of living things. Here are approximately 50% of all the animal and plant species in the world.
What is it that makes Antarctica so unique? Here, water freezes in ice rather that vaporizing into the atmosphere.
This causes large amounts of ice to float above ground.
These floating glaciers cover 80% of the continent. They are growing in size every year.
The Antarctic Ice Sheet has grown 60 feet in the past 60 years.
If the melting goes on, the sea level may rise by as much as 200 feet. That could cause massive flooding around the globe.
This is not necessarily bad news. Some scientists think global warming might be beneficial. They suggest that rising temperatures could cause ice sheet melt faster, leading to floods that flush out toxic chemicals from soil and bodies.
But others warn that this theory sounds like a plot from a science fiction movie.
How does the brain regulate the functions of the body?
To ensure that they work together, messages are sent by the brain to other organs. Everything in your body is controlled and managed by your brain. It tells both your stomach and lungs what to do; it also controls your legs and arms.
Your brain consists of billions of nerve cells connected in groups called neurons. Action potentials are electrical signals that neurons send to one another. Each neuron has its own cell membrane around its nucleus. The cell membrane houses channels that allow ions, such as potassium and sodium, to enter and exit the cells. The neuron is lit by an electric charge created by the movement of ions.
Neurotransmitters are chemicals released when a neuron fires. Neurotransmitters attach to the receptors of the second neuron and open ions channels for ions to pass in and out. This causes the second neuron to fire too.
When another neuron sends an impulse to the presynaptic neural cell, neurotransmitter is released. The impulse travels along the synapse connecting the two neurons. The transmitter binds at the receptors of the post-synaptic Neuron and triggers its firing.
For communication within the nervous systems, neurotransmitters are essential. They coordinate brain activity among different parts.
Statistics
- "It is estimated that 75% of people have at least mild gum disease, with the most common symptoms being bleeding when brushing, bad breath, and dark and swollen gums," Dr. Ron Baise, a London-based dentist, tells Romper. (romper.com)
- A 2012 paper published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences reported that people blink about 15 to 20 times each minute, meaning, if you do the math, you spend about 10% of the time that you're awake blinking. (romper.com)
- The average human adult male heart rate is between 70 and 72 beats per minute, while the average for adult women is between 78 and 82 beats, which is significantly faster, according to 2014 published in the Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research. (romper.com)
- Your mouth makes a lot of saliva every day It might seem like way too much, but your salivary glands typically produce anywhere from 0.5 and 1.5 liters a day, according to a 2009 study published in the Journal of Medicine and Life. (romper.com)
- It might not sound like something that's truly plausible — and it is quite rare — but according to a 2015 study published in the Asian Cardiovascular & Thoracic Annals, it's possible to hurt yourself and even break a rib just by sneezing. (romper.com)
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Hollywood scandals that shocked the globe
Nothing is more shocking that seeing someone be famous for their wrong reasons. But there's also nothing worse than seeing them fall from grace.
It is amazing to see how an industry handles its mistakes. We've all heard stories of celebrities who used drugs and alcohol excessively. Some even died young because of it.
But the worst part is when those same stars go public with their problems and are shunned by everyone. Last week, that's exactly where we were.
After a long and successful career, Heath Ledger finally succumbed to his demons. He died after succumbing to prescription drugs.
His family and his friends struggled with the news and the media went after him.
Heath was once considered to be one of today's most talented actors. Two Academy Awards nominations were given to Heath for his role in Brokeback Mountain.
Heath, in addition to acting, also wrote and directed films such as A Knight's Tale (Monster's Ball) and Iron Man (3).
Hollywood loved Heath but he grew too large for his boots. He became addicted to drugs and drank heavily. He was eventually able to get clean and went to rehab.
He wanted to make amends now that he was sober. So he made a documentary called "Room 237," which chronicled the making of The Shining. It was supposed that it would be released this year but it won't make its debut in theaters until next.
Every time Heath tried to get back into Hollywood, something happened. In fact, Heath was twice arrested on drug charges.
We are not suggesting that Heath should be allowed back into the show business. It would have been nice for him to have received some assistance before things spiraled outof control.
We hope Heath's story warns others who might think they can still have it all.