He was drafted into the army for the Korean War. He was a swimming instructor in the U.S. Army.
After graduating high school, Eastwood has said he worked as a lumberjack and forest firefighter in Oregon, and a steelworker in Texas. He was drafted during the war in Korea and sent to Fort Ord on Monterey Bay in California for basic training. He was never deployed for combat; he stuck around as a swimming instructor, and spent his nights and weekends working as a bouncer at the NCO club.

He turned down playing James Bond, Superman, and John McClane

The then-unknown Kate Winslet reportedly beat out Hollywood heavy-hitters Gwenyth Paltrow, Nicole Kidman, Madonna AND Cameron Diaz for part of Rose DeWitt Bukater in Titanic, i.e.the role that skyrocketed her career.

A Show of Appreciation
Titanic director James Cameron clearly felt strongly about the budding actress, and Winslet herself felt grateful for the recognition; she sent Cameron a bouquet of roses to show her appreciation after winning the part.

Young Fresh Blood
At 31, Winslet became part of the esteemed “five-nomination” Oscar club, alongside other members Audrey Hepburn, Elizabeth Taylor, Cate Blanchett, and more. At 33, she earned her sixth nomination for The Reader (which she won), and was most recently nominated for her part in Steve Jobs, bringing her to seven acting nominations and one award.

Abraham Lincoln, known for his determination and perseverance, is the most famous U.S. presidents in history. He became the 16th president of the U.S. on 4th March 1861.

Did you know that Keanu Reeves has never been nominated for an Oscar?

Keanu Reeves is no doubt a household name – as well as an internet meme! His well-rounded repertoire from indie and comedy to action movies has proven his diverse skills as an actor.

This soft-spoken celebrity has preferred a life of privacy.

WHAT CAN I SAY? HE’S ELVIS!

JUST ANOTHER PORTRAIT OF THE ELDERLY. I love drawing them because they are challenging to do so and I hold a certain fascination with all their character lines.

JUST ANOTHER PORTRAIT OF THE ELDERLY. I love drawing them because they are challenging to do so and I hold a certain fascination with all their character lines.

Singer-songwriter Jewel began her musical career at the age of six, performing with her musical parents. She played in San Diego coffeehouses, before signing a deal with Atlantic Records and releasing her first record, Pieces of You, in 1995. Along with selling more than 30 million albums, Jewel is a published writer, activist and actress, with screen credits that include Ang Lee’s 1999 Civil War drama, Ride with the Devil.

Early Life and Career
Jewel Kilcher was born on May 23, 1974, in Payson, Utah, and grew up in Alaska. She began her musical career at the age of six, joining her parents, singer-songwriters Atz Kilcher and Nedra Carroll, on stage. After her parents divorced, Jewel continued to tour for several years with her father, who taught her how to yodel—a singing technique that Jewel has used in many of her own songs.

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Paul McCartney is the most successful composer and recording artist of all time.
With his contributions to the Beatles’ catalog and a successful solo career, McCartney has earned numerous accolades and holds the title of the most successful composer and recording artist in the history of popular music.

Never saw him in concert. Had intentions of seeing him in Key West Florida where I lived but he died before he was scheduled to perform there. 

Drawing Mick was a bit challenging but I’m happy with my results. I’v been a Stones Fan for a very long time! 

We are all given gifts and this woman has received many as well. Beauty being foremost I would say. 

Kevin Michael Costner is an American actor, producer, film director and musician. He has received various accolades, including two Academy Awards, two Golden Globe Awards, a Primetime Emmy Award, and two Screen Actors Guild Awards. Costner starred in Fandango, American Flyers, Silverado and many other films.
Born: January 18, 1955 (age 67 years), Lynwood, CA

For all you Doors fans I hope you think this drawing represents Jim well. He was somethin’ else. LOL Interesting man for sure! 

What a career this man has had! I love everything he sings and does. 

An incredible talent and so sexy! I love her music especially her videos.

John R. Cash was an American country music singer-songwriter. Much of Cash’s music contained themes of sorrow, moral tribulation, and redemption, especially in the later stages of his career.

How many of you have seen Scarface? I think it’s his best performance.

Really sorry to see him leave the planet so soon. Quite the entertainer/singer. All you ancient warriors LOL surely remember him with the Traveling Wilburys. 

What a voice this woman has been endowed with.

Have you ever heard him sing “Mother”? One of my favs. If you don’t know of him he’s a Pink Floyd band member.

Denzel Hayes Washington Jr. is an American actor, director, and producer. Known for his performances on the screen and stage, he has been described as an actor who reconfigured “the concept of classic movie stardom”.

Once named the most beautiful woman in the world of her time.

Jacques-Yves Cousteau, AC was a French naval officer, divemaster, oceanographer, filmmaker and author who co-invented the first open-circuit SCUBA set and made the first underwater documentaries.

An endearing singer song writer musician that I enjoy listening to.

Love Joe. He’s just Joe. A friend of mine used to room with him back in the 6o’s and he said Joe slept with his guitar. I believe it.

Janis Lyn Joplin (January 19, 1943 – October 4, 1970) was an American singer-songwriter who sang rock, soul and blues music. One of the most successful and widely known rock stars of her era, she was noted for her powerful mezzo-soprano vocals[1] and “electric” stage presence

The report of my death was an exaggeration.
The coldest winter I ever spent was a summer in San Francisco.
The man who does not read good books has no advantage over the man who cannot read them.

So much emotion depicted in his face. Picture tells a thousand words? hmmmm

I do remember James when he had hair LOL. Another fav of mine. I actually sing some of his songs while in Karaoke. Poorly though LOL

Bruce Lee was a Hong Kong and American martial artist, martial arts instructor, actor, director, screenwriter, producer, and philosopher.

She deserves her stardom. I love to watch her dance!

It’s just remarkable to me how many are so gifted. Good looks, talent etc.

I think Chuck changed music forever with Johnny Be Good.

Another one gifted in so many ways. Helluva an actor.

He’s had me rolling on the floor laughing while watching some of his silent movies.

Magnetic presence in any and all films he’s been in.

Clapton has generations of some of the greatest music ever made.

My best friend.

She began her career as a model and entered several beauty contests, finishing as the first runner-up in the Miss USA pageant and coming in sixth in the Miss World 1986.

Freeman is the recipient of various accolades, including an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, and a Screen Actors Guild

Neil Percival Young OC OM is a Canadian-American singer-songwriter, musician, and activist. After embarking on a music career in Winnipeg in the 1960s, Young moved to Los Angeles, joining Buffalo Springfield with Stephen Stills, Richie Furay and others

John Robert “Joe” Cocker OBE was an English singer known for his gritty, bluesy voice and dynamic stage performances that featured spastic body movements.

His death was very peculiar.

Leonardo Wilhelm DiCaprio is an American actor, film producer and environmentalist. He has often played unconventional roles, particularly in biopics and period films. As of 2019, his films have grossed $7.2 billion worldwide, and he has placed eight times in annual rankings of the world’s highest-paid actors.

Bob Dylan is an American singer-songwriter, author and visual artist. Often regarded as one of the greatest songwriters of all time, Dylan has been a major figure in popular culture during a career spanning nearly 60 years 

If looks could kill lol?

Pamela Denise Anderson is a Canadian-American actress, model, television personality, author, and activist.

I loved her in “Walk The Line”

Dwayne Douglas Johnson, also known by his ring name The Rock, is an American actor, producer and retired professional wrestler. Regarded as one of the greatest professional wrestlers of all time, he wrestled for the World Wrestling Federation for eight years prior to pursuing an acting career.

I really am not a fan of her but do enjoy viewing that bod LOL

Some have called him a genius. I don’t know about that but he was most definitely intelligent along with being creative.

Maybe one of the greatest actors of all time. Certainly in the top 10 in my opinion.

Time takes it’s toll and she has whethered a lot to be sure!

Madonna Louise Ciccone is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. Referred to as the “Queen of Pop”, she is regarded as one of the most significant figures in popular culture. Madonna is noted for her continual reinvention and versatility in music production, songwriting, and visual presentation.

So much agony going on in this image.

Dance in the City
Dance in the City is a painting by French artist Pierre-Auguste Renoir. The 1883 work is in the collection of the Musée d’Orsay. The dancers are model and artist Suzanne Valadon and Renoir’s friend Paul Auguste Lhôte.

Just some whimsical thing.

When I saw this pic I knew at some point I would draw her. Story to be told hear I suppose.

Prince Rogers Nelson, known simply as Prince, or, was an American singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, record producer, actor, and director. Widely regarded as one of the greatest musicians of his generation, he often played most or all instruments on his recordings

I am a big fan. Been watching her since she was a pup.

Sir Philip Anthony Hopkins CBE is a Welsh actor, director and film producer. He has received many awards, including two Academy Awards, four BAFTAs, two Emmys, the Cecil B. DeMille Award and a British Academy Television Award. In 1993, he was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II for services to the arts.

Lee Jun-fan, commonly known as Bruce Lee, was a Chinese American martial artist, actor, director, martial arts instructor and philosopher.

Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta, known professionally as Lady Gaga, is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. She is known for her image reinventions and musical versatility. Gaga began performing as a teenager, singing at open mic nights and acting in school plays.

Raquel Welch is an American actress and singer. She first won attention for her role in Fantastic Voyage, after which she won a contract with 20th Century Fox. They lent her contract to the British studio Hammer Film Productions, for whom she made One Million Years B.C

She was drawn on a whim when I had some extra time.

David Robert Jones OAL, known professionally as David Bowie, was an English singer-songwriter and actor. A leading figure in the music industry, Bowie is regarded as one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century.

Hilary Ann Swank is an American actress and film producer. She first became known in 1992 for her role on the television series Camp Wilder and made her film debut with a minor role in Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

Yep, just me doodlin

Jeffrey Leon Bridges is an American actor, singer, producer, and composer. He comes from a prominent acting family and appeared on the television series Sea Hunt with his father, Lloyd Bridges, and brother, Beau Bridges.

LeBron Raymone James Sr. is an American professional basketball player for the Los Angeles Lakers of the National Basketball Association. Widely considered one of the best NBA players in history, James is frequently compared to Michael Jordan in debates over the greatest basketball player ever.

My somewhat abstraction.

Robert Anthony De Niro Jr. is an American actor, producer, and director. He is particularly known for his nine collaborations with filmmaker Martin Scorsese, and is the recipient of various accolades,

Stephen Ray Vaughan was an American musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer, best known as the guitarist and frontman of the blues rock band Double Trouble. Other associated acts include singer David Bowie and multi-instrumentalist Chente Vasquez.

Somethin I drew after having a conversation with an idiot. LOL

Roberta Joan “Joni” Mitchell CC is a Canadian singer-songwriter. Drawing from folk, pop, rock, classical, and jazz, Mitchell’s songs often reflect on social and philosophical ideals as well as her feelings about romance, womanhood, disillusionment, and joy.

Christina María Aguilera is an American singer, songwriter, and television personality. Her accolades include five Grammy Awards, one Latin Grammy Award, and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, while she was also named the “Voice of a Generation” and honored as a Disney Legend in 2012 and 2019 respectively.