How did a mother's letter help women win the vote?
Tennessee legislator Harry Burn cast the deciding vote to ratify the 19th Amendment in 1920 after his mother wrote him a letter urging him to support women's suffrage.
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How much did the "Friends" cast earn per episode?
The six main "Friends" stars negotiated their contracts as a group and each earned $1 million per episode in the final seasons.
Why was the actor who played Gunther cast?
James Michael Tyler, who played barista Gunther on "Friends," was cast partly because he knew how to operate a real espresso machine.
When did the "Friends" reunion air?
"Friends: The Reunion" premiered on HBO Max in 2021, bringing the six main cast members back together.
Did Rainn Wilson audition for Michael Scott?
Rainn Wilson originally auditioned for the role of Michael Scott before being cast as Dwight Schrute.
Which actors from "The Office" were also writers?
Several "The Office" cast members were also writers on the show, including B.J. Novak, Mindy Kaling, and Paul Lieberstein.
Who filmed the Scranton footage in "The Office" opening credits?
John Krasinski filmed some of the Scranton footage used in "The Office" opening credits before he was even cast.
When did Steve Carell leave "The Office"?
Steve Carell left "The Office" after season seven.
Why did Woody Harrelson join "Cheers"?
Woody Harrelson joined "Cheers" after actor Nicholas Colasanto, who played Coach, died in 1985.
Who played Leslie Knope?
Amy Poehler played Leslie Knope on "Parks and Recreation."
Why did the "Modern Family" cast sue in 2012?
Members of the "Modern Family" cast sued in 2012 to renegotiate their pay.
What did the "M*A*S*H" cast bury on the studio lot?
The "M*A*S*H" cast buried a time capsule on the studio lot.
What happened to Leonardo's giant horse statue?
Leonardo da Vinci designed a giant bronze horse statue for the Duke of Milan, but it was never cast, and his full-size clay model was destroyed.