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The Best '80s Sitcoms

July 6, 2014, 5:51 pm
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The Best
What are the best Eighties sitcoms? The 1980s were truly a golden age for television comedy, with many of the most popular TV sitcoms dominating the landscape. Trying to choose favorites is a bit of a challenge, with so many excellent shows, but that's what's going on right here. Vote for the 80s sitcoms that you loved the most, vote down any you didn't like and feel free to re-rank this list in any order you choose. No list of great 80s sitcoms would be complete without several of the notable NBC comedies. In the 1980s, NBC came on strong with brilliant, groundbreaking situation comedy shows that captured viewers' collective attention. Given their popularity, is it any wonder that some of these programs are among the longest running US sitcoms? Many of these 80s shows also went on to become the best NBC comedies of all time: Can anyone argue that 'The Cosby Show,' 'Cheers' and 'Family Ties,' aren't forever a part of pop culture? From 'Newhart' to 'Murphy Brown' and beyond, this list of outstanding 1980s comedy TV shows includes some of the greatest sitcoms in television history. Enjoy this walk down TV memory lane, and don't forget to vote!
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Cheers

Family Ties

Full House

Growing Pains

Married... with Children

Night Court

The Cosby Show

The Golden Girls

Who's the Boss?

Roseanne


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The Worst Fashion Trends in History

July 6, 2014, 6:11 pm
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The Worst Fashion Trends in History
These are the fugliest, most horrendous, worst fashion trends in history. Rank and vote on the worst fashion disasters of all time, by their awfulness, and add any fashion abominations that are missing. We don't know why these things were popular, and we never will. Looking back, all we can do is burn the photos and pretend it never happened.

Terrible trends like those on this list sweep through a population like an infection, perming hair and ruining school photos... only to burn themselves out as people slowly come to their senses and realize they are actually wearing a denim unitard in public. The worst fashion trends in history are just as memorable - if not more - than the best fashion trends. Behold! The ugliest things people have put on their bodies, all in the name of fashion.

What are the worst fashion trends? Check out these historical fashion disasters and once you finally stop laughing, vote for the ugliest! This list also includes the dumbest fashion trends of the 20th century so you just may see some that you wore back in the day.

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Mullets

Sagging Pants

Grills

Shoulder Pads

Face Piercings

Foot binding in China

Mom Jeans

Rat Tails

Hammer Pants

Crocs


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29 Celebrities Who Started as Backup Singers

July 7, 2014, 2:30 pm
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29 Celebrities Who Started as Backup Singers
This list of celebrities who started as backup singers is loosely ranked by fame and popularity. Several now famous musicians started their careers in the entertainment industry as backup singers. A few of these talented singers went on to become some of the biggest pop stars of all time. One famous backup singer is a Grammy-winning musician and Oscar-winning actress.

Who is the most famous person who started as a backup singer? Mariah Carey tops this list. Carey was a backup singer and dancer for Brenda Starr in the late 1980s.

Grammy-winning singer and Oscar-winning actress Cher sang backup on the studio recordings for the Ronettes and the Righteous Brothers. Sheryl Crow got her start as a backup vocalist for one of the most famous pop stars of all time. Click through the list below to find out who.

Are you surprised that so many superstars started as backup singers? Share your thoughts in the comments section.
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Cher
Cher sang backup on the studio recordings of the Ronettes's "Be My Baby" and the Righteous Brothers's "You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'."
Dave Grohl
Before he was the lead singer and guitarist for the Foo Fighters, Dave Grohl provided the drums and backup vocals for Nirvana.

Elton John
Elton John's early band Bluesology provided backup vocals and instrumentation for everyone from The Isley Brothers to Patti LaBelle and The Bluebelles.
Gwen Stefani
Gwen Stefani first joined No Doubt as a backup singer. After lead singer John Spence committed suicide in 1987, a devastated Stefani pulled herself up and into the spotlight.
Mariah Carey
Mariah Carey was a backup singer and dancer for Brenda Starr in the late 1980s.
Mary J. Blige
Mary J. Blige started her career singing backup for several artists at Uptown Records, including Jeff Redd and Father MC.
Phil Collins
Phil Collins only became the lead singer of Genesis after Peter Gabriel left the group in 1975.

P!nk
Pink sang backup in Philadelphia clubs when she was just a teen.

Sheryl Crow
"Strong Enough" singer Sheryl Crow got her start as a backup vocalist for Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, and Don Henley.

Whitney Houston
"I Will Always Love You" singer Whitney Houston first hit the stage as a backup singer for Chaka Khan and Lou Rawls.

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Wish I Was Here Movie Quotes

July 7, 2014, 4:21 pm
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Wish I Was Here Movie Quotes
"Wish I Was Here" movie quotes follow one middle aged father and his family as they experience finding themselves together. The comedy film, which was famously financed in part on Kickstarter, was directed by Zach Braff using a screenplay he created with his brother, Adam J. Braff. After premiering at the 2014 Sundance Film Festival, the movie opened in theaters on July 18, 2014.

In "Wish I Was Here," Aidan Bloom (Zach Braff) is a husband to Sarah (Kate Hudson) and father to Grace and Tucker (Joey King and Pierce Gagnon, respectively) who is also struggling to make it big as an actor. Unable to afford private school, he ends up homeschooling his children, which leads them on various adventures.

Aidan, and his brother Jonah (Josh Gad), learn that their father, Gabe (Mandy Patinkin), is ill, news that forces Aidan to search for the meaning in his life. What he discovers along the way, changes everyone forever.

"Wish I Was Here" opens alongside a bunch of other great films already in theaters including "Planes: Fire & Rescue," "Sex Tape," "Dawn of Planet of the Apes," "A Long Way Down," "Tammy," "Earth to Echo," "Deliver Us from Evil," "Transformers: Age of Extinction," "Snowpiercer," "Begin Again," "They Came Together," "Think Like a Man Too," "22 Jump Street, "How to Train Your Dragon 2," "Hellion," "The Rover," The Fault in Our Stars," "Edge of Tomorrow," "A Million Ways to Die in the West," "Maleficent," "Night Moves," "Filth," "Blended," and "X-Men: Days of Future Past."
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Used to Pretend That We Were Heroes
Aidan: "When we were kids, my brother and I used to pretend that we were heroes, the only ones who could save the day. But maybe we're just the regular people, the ones who get saved."

Aidan reflects on his life in comparing his outlook as a child to his outlook now. When once he felt like the hero, now he sees himself as just a normal person.
Finally Called Upon to Do Something That Requires Some Actual Bravery
Aidan: "We both spent our entire lives wishing we could be something great and now we're finally called upon to do something that requires some actual bravery."

Aidan again tries to encourage brother Jonah to do something meaningful while their father is sick. He urges Jonah to seize this moment, a moment they've been waiting for their whole lives.
Shape Who They Are As Men
Sarah: "Your boys will remember this time for the rest of their lives. It will shape who they are as men."

Sarah speaks with a hospitalized Gabe about what his sons are going through. She recognizes that this time will change them and make them better men going forward.
What About My Dream?
Aidan: "What about my dream? I mean, doesn't god believe in my pursuit of happiness?"
Rabbi Twersky: "No!"
Aidan: "Well, thank you."

Aidan is lost in life and seeks advice from his Rabbi. Unfortunately, when the rabbi explains that god isn't interested in his dreams in life, Aidan is discouraged.
This Is Our Father
Aidan: "This is our father. You have to rally with me."
Jonah: "Absolutely not"

Aidan seeks help from his brother, Jonah, after their father grows ill. Jonah, unfortunately, isn't too interested in this offer.
Flooring It from a Full Stop
Anthony: "Welcome to Aston Martin!"
Aidan: "Okay, attendance: Grace?"
Grace: "Here"
Aidan: "Tucker?"
Tucker: "Here… What's your name?"
Anthony: "Anthony"
Tucker: "Anthony's here too, dad."
Aidan: "All right, Anthony, welcome to our classroom. Now kids, unless your on the Autobahn, you're never going to get a car like this up to speed. So in a city like L.A. it's really about what it sounds like when you floor it from a full stop."
Anthony: "Yes but kids roam Robertson Boulevard so there will be no flooring it from a full stop, will there be?"
Aidan: "No, sir"
Anthony: "Thank you"

Aidan turns a chance to test drive a lavish sports car into a teaching moment for his kids. Despite instructions not to floor the Aston Martin, Aidan does that exactly.
You Let Her Shave Her Head?
Sarah: "What's happening?"
Grace: "This"
Sarah: "Oh my…"
Aidan: "What the? You let her shave her head?!"
Jonah: "No, I was just innocently playing video games with the boy one."
Aidan: "Tucker!"
Jonah: "Tucker, great kid!"
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Aidan: "You can pick anyone you want just as long as it's unique and amazing like you."

One night when Jonah is watching Grace and Tucker, Grace shaves her head. Her folks get mad about it but in the end, she gets a really rad purple wig as her prize.
For the Next Minute Only, You Can Curse
Aidan: "Dammit!"
Tucker: "Swear jar!"
Aidan: "The swear jar is all the money we have to send you to college so you should be happy I curse."
Grace: "Well if you get to curse then we all can curse. Is that what you want?"
Aidan: "For the next minute only, you can curse."
Tucker: "Then hairy balls"

When daughter Grace brings up a good point about cruse rules, father Aidan makes an exception and allows her and son Tucker to curse for one minute only. Tucker's choice of curse words are comical, to say the least.
So Much Bad News All at Once
Gabe: "I'm going to be laid up for a while. I'm going to need you to watch Coco."
Aidan: "There is so much bad news all at once."

Aidan's father, Gabe, breaks the news that his medical issues will take him out of commission for a while. That, along with the fact that Gabe asks Aidan to watch his dog, are not good things to hear.

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13 Celebrities Who Started as Backup Dancers

July 7, 2014, 3:20 pm
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13 Celebrities Who Started as Backup Dancers
This list of celebrities who started as backup dancers is loosely ranked by fame and popularity. Several famous actors and musicians started their careers in the entertainment industry as backup dancers. A few of these talented dancers went on to become some of the biggest pop stars of all time. One famous backup dancer is well known for his gritty performances on dark HBO dramas.

Who is the most famous person who started as a backup dancer? Jennifer Lopez tops this list. In 1991, Lopez performed as a backup dancer for New Kids on the Block. She went on to become a Fly Girl dancer on the popular sketch comedy series "In Living Color." “Material Girl” singer Madonna was also a backup singer and dancer, she worked with Patrick Hernandez in 1979.

The Wire and Boardwalk Empire actor Michael K. Williams previously worked as a backup dancer for Madonna and Tupac Shakur. Shakur also started his own career as a backup dancer.

Are you surprised that so many superstars started as backup dancers? Share your thoughts in the comments section.
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Carrie Ann Inaba
"Dancing with the Stars" judge Carrie Ann Inaba first appeared on American television as a Fly Girl dancer on "In Living Color."

Columbus Short
"Scandal" actor Columbus Short was previously a backup dancer for Britney Spears.

Jenna Dewan
Step Up actress Jenna Dewan performed as a backup dancer for several artists including N' Sync, Janet Jackson, Missy Elliot, and Ricky Martin.

Jennifer Lopez
In 1991, Jennifer Lopez performed as a backup dancer for New Kids on the Block. She went on to become a Fly Girl dancer on the popular sketch comedy series "In Living Color."

Julianne Hough
Before she was a regular on "Dancing with the Stars," Julianne Hough performed on the show's tour as a backup dancer.

Kevin Federline
Before he became Mr. Britney Spears, Kevin Federline worked as a backup dancer for Michael Jackson, Justin Timberlake, and Gwen Stefani.

Madonna
Madonna was a backup singer and dancer for Patrick Hernandez in 1979.
Mariah Carey
Mariah Carey was a backup singer and dancer for Brenda Starr in the late 1980s.

Tupac Shakur
Tupac Shakur started his career as a backup dancer for the 1990s hip hop group Digital Underground.

Heather Morris
"Glee" actress Heather Morris first caught producers' eyes as a backup dancer for Beyonce.


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The Best of Elton John

July 7, 2014, 5:51 pm
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The Best of Elton John
Quick, who the most successful artist of the 1970's?  Worldwide, it was Elton John with about twenty Top 10 Hits during that decade alone, including 9 that went to #1 or #2 in America.  Many of the most memorable songs of the early '70's were penned by the team of Elton John & Bernie Taupin and recorded by John and his excellent band.  This list is an excellent introduction to that work.  Please view it and help construct it by voting or adding to it.  Thanks and enjoy!
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Harmony
the closing track from his 1973 magnum opus double LP Goodbye Yellow Brick Road.
Bennie and the Jets
nonsensical fun pop record that hit #1 in 1974.
Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds
One of the very few Beatles covers that may top the original masterpiece, with the help of John Lennon on guitar.
Empty Garden (Hey Hey Johnny)
tribute to the recently murdered John Lennon, Elton's friend and musical hero.
Border Song
another very early song that displayed incredible songcraft and production.  Elton hit the ground running in 1970 and didn't stop for a very long time.
Saturday Night's Alright (for Fighting)
One of Elton's best live rockers, and yet another highlight from Goodbye Yellow Brick Road.
Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me
Another timeless John/Taupin love song.
Goodbye Yellow Brick Road
Title track to his 1973 masterpiece, one of the great records of the 1970's.
Daniel
another moving tribute, in the vein of Your Song and Candle In the Wind.
Someone Saved My Life Tonight
auto-biographical tale of an early suicide attempt that highlighted the excellent 1975 effort Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy.

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WWE- SummerSlam 2014-MatchCard Predictions And Spoilers

July 7, 2014, 4:48 pm
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WWE- SummerSlam 2014-MatchCard Predictions And Spoilers

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Daniel Bryan Vs Kane
SPOILER: Daniel Bryan Wins 
 
 
Ladder Match for the MITB Briefcase: Dean Ambrose Vs Seth Rollins
SPOILER: Dean Ambrose Wins 
WWE Divas Title: AJ Lee Vs Paige Vs Cameron Vs Naomi
SPOILER: AJ Lee Wins 
 
Roman Reigns Vs Triple H
SPOILER: Roman Reigns Wins 
 
WWE US Title: Sheamus Vs Rob Van Dam Vs Hollywood Miz
SPOILER: Sheamus Wins 
WWE Tag Team Title: The Usos Vs RybAxel Vs The Wyatts
SPOILER: The Usos Win 
Goldust Vs Cody Rhodes
SPOILER: Cody Rhodes Wins 
Batista Vs Randy Orton
SPOILER: Batista Wins 
 
WWE Intercontinental Championship: Chris Jericho Vs Bray Wyatt
SPOILER: Bray Wyatt Wins 
WWE World Heavyweight Title: John Cena Vs Brock Lesnar
SPOILER: Brock Lesnar Wins 
 

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Six Heroic Ghosts

July 7, 2014, 4:46 pm
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Six Heroic Ghosts
Some people don't stop fighting when they're dead. Some actually start fighting after their deaths. These include some characters who are already ghosts, but they continue to fight. They don't "give up the ghost" just yet. They haunt the forces of evil day in and day out. Here are some of the more popular heroic ghosts. 
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Deadman
DC Comics' Deadman is a circus performer who is murdered, then given the ability to possess people in order to deliver justice. He represents DC Comics' unique approach to heroes. 
The Funky Phantom
As a comic closing to this list, Hanna Barbera brings you the adventures of Jonathan Wellington "Mudsy" Muddlemore, a Revolutionary War soldier who died while hiding in a clock. He is revived as a ghost in the modern day, and the joins a group of teens (much like Scooby Doo's Gang) in solving various crimes that sometimes have a supernatural side to them.
Spectre
Murdered cop Jim Corrigan is sent back as the latest incarnation of the Spectre, a being who visits revenge upon the guilty. He is DC Comics' version of the Furies, with unique and immense powers. In an interesting twist, former Green Lantern Hal Jordan also takes upon the mantle of the Spectre one time. 
Black Widow (Claire Voyant)
The original Black Widow of Marvel, Claire Voyant, was a murdered fortune teller who was sent back by the Devil to harvest souls of the wicked. More like an anti-hero than a hero, she still goes after the bad guys and so could be "heroic" in this respect. 
Danny Phantom
Danny is the young son of a ghost-hunting couple. An accident with one of their machines transforms him into a ghost-like creature, but with amazing powers. He uses these powers to fight crime in his program that featured on the kids' channel Nickelodeon. 
Ghost
What better way to start the list than with someone who's literally named? This Ghost of Dark Horse comics is a white-clad girl named Elisa Cameron who could walk through walls, while toting two 45s. But is she really dead? That's the mystery the series tries to answer.

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The Best Space Movies

July 7, 2014, 5:41 pm
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The Best Space Movies

A list of the best space movies. These are the top movies that take place in outer space, and they're all good. What are the best space movies? Animated and live-action films have been included as well as films from all periods, old and new. What are the greatest movies about space? Sci-Fi is obviously the most popular genre, but other genres have been included. What are the best space movies of all time? 1980s space movies were especially popular, as well as ones that were funny, or cartoons. If you're looking for a serious classic then you can't go wrong with "2001: A Space Odyssey." Other favorites in the genre include films in the "Alien" franchise, movies about astronauts, space action movies, and epic instant classics like "Gravity."


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2001: A Space Odyssey

Aliens

Alien

Apollo 13

Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan

Star Trek

Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope

Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi

Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back

The Fifth Element


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70+ Celebrities Who Are Christians

July 7, 2014, 5:41 pm
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70+ Celebrities Who Are Christians
This list of celebrities who are Christians is loosely ranked by fame and popularity. A Christian is an individual who believes in the teachings of Jesus Christ. Many famous actors, musicians, and athletes practice Christianity today. Several of these famous folks became born-again Christians later in life, while others have been practicing the faith since childhood.

Who is the most famous person who is a Christian? Tom Hanks tops this list. In 2012, Hanks appeared on posters promoting Orthodox Christianity in Russia. Tyler Perry credits his faith as the reason for his success. He says, "I am a Christian, I am a believer, and I know had I not been a person of faith, I couldn't be here in this place, and I wouldn't be walking the path that I'm on now. And I think the greater good of the path I'm on now is to teach people to learn to forgive and move on, in a way that's done through the healing power of humor."

Do you think being a Christian helps these celebrities to succeed in their careers? Share your thoughts in the comments section.
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Carrie Underwood
After her television special "The Sound of Music" received negative criticism, Carrie Underwood tweeted, "Plain and simple: Mean people need Jesus. They will be in my prayers tonight... 1 Peter 2:1-25."
Elvis Presley
Elvis Presley was a Christian and he loved to sing Gospel music.

Faith Hill
Faith Hill is a devout Christian. She says, "Having a backbone of spirituality makes me a little stronger. I pray a lot, and when I first moved to Nashville, that’s what kept me alive. I believed I was being taken care of. I apply it to my life every day. It’s how I’ve always looked at things."
Gary Busey
Gary Busey describes that power of prayer saying, " Prayer should be in appreciation, not in supplication."
Kirk Cameron
Kirk Cameron says, "Put your nose into the Bible everyday. It is your spiritual food. And then share it. Make a vow not to be a lukewarm Christian."
Patricia Heaton
"Everybody Loves Raymond" actress Patricia Heaton says, "You try to be a model of kindness and love and forgiveness to all those around you, because you have received kindness and love and forgiveness from God through Christ. That's what Christianity is."
Ryan Gosling
Drive actor Ryan Gosling is reportedly a Christian.

Tom Hanks
In 2012, Tom Hanks appeared on posters promoting Orthodox Christianity in Russia.
Tyler Perry
Tyler Perry credits his faith as the reason for his success. He says, "I am a Christian, I am a believer, and I know had I not been a person of faith, I couldn't be here in this place, and I wouldn't be walking the path that I'm on now. And I think the greater good of the path I'm on now is to teach people to learn to forgive and move on, in a way that's done through the healing power of humor."
Whitney Houston
Whitney Houston was a Christian. She spoke of seeing Jesus shortly before she passed away in 2012.


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Cities With the Best Sports Fans

July 7, 2014, 5:48 pm
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Cities With the Best Sports Fans
The cities with the best sports fans are the locations across the United States that are packed full of loyal sports fans ready to support their teams win or lose. Not all of these cities are home to all four major sports with NFL, NBA, MLB and NHL teams but they appreciate the teams they have.

For cities that are home to perennially successful sports teams, being a sports fan is easy. Boston, New York City, and Los Angeles are just three places that can boast dozens of championships in football, baseball, basketball and hockey. Sports teams in those locations consistently perform well, making it really easy to draw great crowds and attract fans.

Other cities however are home to sports teams but those sports teams however are consistently bad. Despite being cities with the worst sports teams, the home squads still manage to sell-out games and retain loyal fans. Cleveland, Buffalo, and Oakland fall into that category as home to many of the worst sports teams around that still have strong fan bases.

So whether these American cities are home to Super Bowl, World Series, Stanley Cup and NBA champions or just full of loyal sports fans who embrace their teams regardless of their records, each is home to the best sports fans in the country for one reason or another. Think your city has the best sports fans? Vote for your city, add it if it's not listed or leave us a comment telling us why it rules below!

Check out more lists like Meg Ryan Hot, Dilshad Vadsaria Hot, Danica Thrall Hot, Famous Jessicas and Beth Behrs Hot
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St. Louis

Boston

Chicago

Denver

Detroit

Green Bay

New York City

Philadelphia

Pittsburgh

San Francisco


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The Best NFL Running Backs of All Time

July 7, 2014, 6:13 pm
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The Best NFL Running Backs of All Time
This list of top NFL running backs of all time is ranked by football fans worldwide, for an expert opinion click here. Who are the best running backs of all time? The goal is to determine the greatest running backs to ever play the game.The list establishes individual rankings of specific running backs and helps answer the question, "Who is the best NFL running back in the world?" This list includes some legendary football players with a lot of rushing yards under their belt. Anyone can vote on the top running backs in history, which means these players are truly fan favorites.
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Adrian Peterson

Barry Sanders

Bo Jackson

Earl Campbell

Emmitt Smith

Eric Dickerson

Gale Sayers

Jim Brown

Marshall Faulk

Walter Payton


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The Funniest Movies of All Time

July 8, 2014, 6:19 pm
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The Funniest Movies of All Time
The funniest movies of all time, ranked by fans. What are the funniest movies ever made? Humor can be very subjective, and many great film comedies are loved and hated in equal measure. This list attempts to answer the question "What are the most funny movies of all time?" by incorporating the views and opinions of all members of the Ranker Community. What is the funniest movie ever? Nominate your picks for funniest film ever by making a list of your own. Then come back to the Master List and vote up your favorites!

Some of the leaders already include "The Naked Gun," "Caddyshack," the "South Park" musical film, "This Is Spinal Tap," and "The Jerk."
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Airplane!

Blazing Saddles

Caddyshack

Dumb & Dumber

Groundhog Day

Monty Python and the Holy Grail

National Lampoon's Animal House

Office Space

Young Frankenstein

The Hangover


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The Best Hitters in Baseball History

July 8, 2014, 5:17 pm
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The Best Hitters in Baseball History
The best hitters in baseball history are those who hold the all-time hitting records in Major League Baseball, change the game as we know it today and are uncoincidentially among the greatest baseball players of all time. These sluggers dominated the hits during their respective times in the league and captivated audiences at the same time. If you were to pick a top hitter for your all-time top baseball fantasy team, you'd be silly not to select these best baseball hitters as soon as possible.

Interestingly enough, many of the best baseball hitters of all time are those who were active in professional baseball many decades ago. Pete Rose, Ty Cobb, Hank Aaron and Stan Musial all hold the top spots among the most hits ever recorded with Rose leading the pack at 4,256 over his career. Rose finished his career in 1986 and his record has withstood many valiant attempts to be broken in the years since.

But the best hitters cannot be defined by the number of career hits alone. On that stat, arguably the best baseball hitter of all time, Babe Ruth, would rank in the 40s. Ruth however holds top numbers for his home runs, slugging percentage, runs batted in and on-base plug slugging stats. Lou Gherig is another who'd fall into that category with his major league records for the most grand slams, a figure since topped by a great modern slugger, Alex Rodriguez.

So we're left with a conundrum. Do we deem those great players from yesteryear, like Willie Mays, Ted Williams and Shoeless Joe Jackson as the best baseball hitters of all time or do we give some love to those current top baseball players, like Barry Bonds, Albert Pujols and Derek Jeter, who have surpassed many of these older records? Tell us how you feel by voting for the best hitters in baseball history below!
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Babe Ruth

Hank Aaron

Joe DiMaggio

Lou Gehrig

Mickey Mantle

Rogers Hornsby

Stan Musial

Ted Williams

Ty Cobb

Willie Mays


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The Greatest Film Actors & Actresses of All Time

July 8, 2014, 5:29 pm
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The Greatest Film Actors & Actresses of All Time
The best actors and actresses of all time, male and female, ranked by film fans worldwide. This list of greatest actors and actresses attempts to answer the question "Who are the best actors of all time?" by incorporating the views and opinions of all members of the Ranker Community. Keep in mind, as you vote or add a top actor or actress you see missing, that we are rating these actors on their body of work, not just what they have done recently! Some of the greatest actors of all time have not necessarily acted in a project in the past 5 years, but they still deserve to be on this greatest actresses and actors of all time list.

Top actors and actresses in films are judged by their acting ability and their mastery of roles that they have played over the years. Many of these great actors have videos of their best roles for you to view so you can refresh yourself on the best works of your favorite actors as you consider your votes for top thespians of all time. Nominate your picks for the top actors & actresses by making a list of your own. Then come back to the Master List and vote up your favorites!

For lists separated by gender, check out our lists of the best actors of all time and the best actresses in film history.
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Al Pacino

Anthony Hopkins

Daniel Day-Lewis

Denzel Washington

Jack Nicholson

Johnny Depp

Meryl Streep

Morgan Freeman

Robert De Niro

Tom Hanks


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The Top Tips for Writing Your Resume

July 8, 2014, 5:36 pm
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The Top Tips for Writing Your Resume
What are the best tips for resume writing? This list ranks the most important resume dos and don'ts. Before you dash off your resume to a potential employer, be sure to read this advice on how to create better resumes. What are the best resume writing tips? This list will help you impress any employer by avoiding the top resume mistakes.

Aren't sure what to include in a resume? There are many tricks to gaining the attention of a prospective employer. Having a generic resume can hurt more than you think, so do your best to make a great first impression before landing that interview or even landing that job. Strong resumes aren't easily forgotten, but the worst ones get thrown in the trash before the hiring manager has even finished reading. Be sure to read many resume examples before writing your own.

A resume is meant to be skimmed quickly, so consider using bullet points instead of paragraphs. Be as specific as possible and use numbers when you can. How do employers choose the best resumes out of the bad resumes? These resume tips will help you impress any employer and land that interview and job! 

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Don't Skip Over Skills
Many resumes include a skills section that highlights specific skills you bring to the table. Are you bilingual, CPR certified, or a published writer? Add those to a dedicated  skills section, if relevant to the job you're applying to.

Quantify Accomplishments
Use numbers when you can. Employees want to see results, and numbers are a great way to show accomplishments. Saying that you increased traffic is fine, but saying you increased traffic by 50% shows improvement.

Use Action Words
Use your resume to come alive. It's the first impression that employers will get, so use your words wisely and choose active verbs.

Keep It Recent
Don't forget to update your resume with new accomplishments. This will help you avoid resume gaps that can make a hiring manager suspicious.

Be Brief
Nobody wants to read a memoir or entire life story on a resume. Keep it concise with only pertinent information.

Include Contact Information
Don't make the mistake of forgetting to include the most important piece of information: how the hiring manager can contact you for an interview! Include your phone number and email address.

Use a Basic Font
Wild fonts can be distracting for hiring managers who see resumes all day. It's best to choose a modern, conventional font such as Ariel, Georgia, or Helvetica.

Include An Objective Statement
An objective statement is a brief sentence or two that describes your abilities and/or goals. It is also used to tailor a resume for a specific job.

Stick to a Page
Keep your resume brief and easy to skim for hiring managers. Resumes shouldn't exceed the past 10 years of experience.

Tailor Your Resume
Keep a master copy of your resume, but be sure to customize it for each job you apply for. Only use relevant information to the job.


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The Best '80s Sitcoms

July 8, 2014, 5:44 pm
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The Best
What are the best Eighties sitcoms? The 1980s were truly a golden age for television comedy, with many of the most popular TV sitcoms dominating the landscape. Trying to choose favorites is a bit of a challenge, with so many excellent shows, but that's what's going on right here. Vote for the 80s sitcoms that you loved the most, vote down any you didn't like and feel free to re-rank this list in any order you choose. No list of great 80s sitcoms would be complete without several of the notable NBC comedies. In the 1980s, NBC came on strong with brilliant, groundbreaking situation comedy shows that captured viewers' collective attention. Given their popularity, is it any wonder that some of these programs are among the longest running US sitcoms? Many of these 80s shows also went on to become the best NBC comedies of all time: Can anyone argue that 'The Cosby Show,' 'Cheers' and 'Family Ties,' aren't forever a part of pop culture? From 'Newhart' to 'Murphy Brown' and beyond, this list of outstanding 1980s comedy TV shows includes some of the greatest sitcoms in television history. Enjoy this walk down TV memory lane, and don't forget to vote!
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Cheers

Family Ties

Full House

Growing Pains

Married... with Children

Newhart

Night Court

The Cosby Show

The Golden Girls

Who's the Boss?


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The Best Tips for Writing Your Cover Letter

July 8, 2014, 6:00 pm
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The Best Tips for Writing Your Cover Letter
What are the best tips for writing a cover letter? This list ranks the top cover letter writing advice that will help you land an interview and hopefully a job. What is the importance of a cover letter? How do you write a better cover letter? It's time to tackle the mysterious cover letter and how to improve yours.

Cover letters are used by employers to assess several things. First, they want to get an image of who you are and your personality. Cover letters should express you, and be tailored for specific jobs. For example, if you're writing a cover letter to a law firm, keep it professional. However, if you're writing a cover letter for a position as a comedy writer, it's important to let your humor shine through. Second, cover letters are an easy way for employers to see how well you can communicate and write. With this in mind, cover letters are an essential part of the application process. A good cover letter entices a hiring manager to pick up the phone and offer an in-person interview. 

What should you avoid in a cover letter? What are the biggest cover letter mistakes? A letter that's too vague is an easy dismissal. On the other hand, a cover letter that's long and wordy is easy to skip over. Read on for more tips on writing a better cover letter and cast your votes below for the best cover letter tips.
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Tailor It
Never send a cover letter to a job without tailoring it for a specific position. Even if it's similar, update it with the correct job title and to whom it's addressed. 
Address Company Values
Try to create parallels in your cover letter by reinforcing how much you know about the company and how your past experiences apply to their position. It's a simple way to impress employers. 
Show What You Can Offer
Don't highlight why the opportunity would be great for you, instead explain why you'd be great for the company. Show the company why you'd be a good fit. 
Show Off Your Writing Skills
Your cover letter should be a sample of how well you communicate, so be sure to kick it up a notch. You don't have to be Hemingway, but take the opportunity to make the best impression you can. 
Be Clear
Show that you're genuine and that you're interested in the position. Be direct, be precise, and be reasonable. 
Summarize, Then Write
Brainstorm three bullet points that you want to address and create a small outline. Fill out those headlines with experiences that can back up your claims. 
Send It to the Right Person
Don't mistakenly address your cover letter to someone who isn't in the right department. It looks sloppy and gives off a bad impression that you don't know who you want to work for. 
Don't Add Unnessecary Attachments
If you're emailing your resume and cover letter, write your cover letter in the body of the email itself and only attach your resume and any relevant (and requested) work samples. Attaching your cover letter as a separate document is a great way to ensure it won't be read.
Follow the Application Instructions
If the application tells you to answer specific questions, be sure that they're answered in your letter. Not following instructions is an easy way to land in the "no" pile. 
Find a Contact
Generally, try your best to find the name of the hiring manager and address it directly to that person. Only use "To Whom it May Concern" in a pinch. 

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The Top Marvel Comics Superheroes

July 8, 2014, 6:21 pm
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The Top Marvel Comics Superheroes
Top Marvel superheroes list includes all the greatest heroes ever to be inked into Marvel comic books. The best Marvel superhero movies got their start on the panels of Marvel's comic empire and can now be seen off the page as many of the top grossing movies of all time. Whether you're a fan of tried and true superheroes like Iron Man or are giddy for Kamala Khan, Marvel's newest superhero, to debut, you'll find all the best superheroes from Marvel on the greatest Marvel heroes list.

Marvel superheroes have grown in popularity over time (so much so that Marvel's The Avengers brought in over one billion dollars in theaters) and there's no better way to determine who the best superhero ever is than to vote on the issue. If you turn green with anger when people say Spider-Man is a better super hero than The Hulk, you need to get your votes in on the Marvel superhero list. All Marvel superheroes are available to vote on, so you know your favorite Marvel superhero is represented on the list of Marvel's best superheroes.

Who is the best Marvel hero of all time? Who are the Marvel superheroes? List of top Marvel heroes will answer the question of who the top Marvel heroes of all time are by letting Marvel comic book fans vote on the topic. Make sure to give your favorite Marvel characters some love on this greatest comic book heroes ever list.

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Captain America

Deadpool

Hulk

Iron Man

Jean Grey

Rogue

Spider-Man

Thor

Storm

Wolverine


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The Top Harry Potter Characters

July 8, 2014, 6:21 pm
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The Top Harry Potter Characters
The top Harry Potter characters come from a rich universe crafted on the page and adapted to the screen, giving us some of the best movie adaptations from books of all time. Since the Harry Potter universe is one where there are 75 (75!) main characters in the Harry Potter movies and books, there's little surprise that they are some of the most beloved (and hated) characters of all time.

That said, the question in front of us is "who are the best Harry Potter characters?" and it is a tough one to answer. Do you go for the obvious and choose Harry the hero, or pay respect to Voldemort, one of the best movie villains of all time? Do you go for brains with Hermione or charm with George & Fred? These are the questions we're confronted with when attempting to name the greatest Harry Potter characters ever.

Since both the Harry Potter books and movies can be taken into account, it's up to you to decide if you want to vote for the Harry Potter characters as you imagined them or as they were portrayed on screen. Since the books are among the best selling series of all time, there's a good chance you've read them and can compare notes with the movies. Your choice is yours, though; nobody's breaking out the Imperius curse so cast your vote for your favorite characters and make vote down the ones you don't like. And if there's a supporting Harry Potter character you feel belongs on the list, make sure to add them to this list of the top Harry Potter characters.
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Professor Albus Dumbledore

Hermione Granger

Luna Lovegood

Professor Minerva McGonagall

Remus Lupin

Ronald Weasley

Rubeus Hagrid

Professor Severus Snape

Sirius Black

Harry Potter


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