Famous Philadelphians
A guide to famous people from Philadelphia and famous people who made a name for themselves in Philadelphia.
Philadelphia Native John Patrick Foley Named Cardinal-Elect by Pope Benedict XVI
Archbishop John Patrick Foley of Philadelphia will be created a cardinal of the Roman Catholic Church in a consistory scheduled to be held on November 24, 2007. Foley is among 23 prelates named in what is Pope Benedict's second group of cardinals created during his pontificat.
Archbishop John Patrick Foley of Philadelphia will be created a cardinal of the Roman Catholic Church in a consistory scheduled to be held on November 24, 2007. Foley is among 23 prelates named in what is Pope Benedict's second group of cardinals created during his pontificat.
Bianca Ryan's Much-Anticipated Debut Album Released
Bianca Ryan, the 12-year-old vocal prodigy's much-anticipated self-titled debut album has been released on November 14, 2006. In the great tradition of young Philly girls like Andrea McCardle of Annie fame, Bianca Ryan has won the hearts of the nation. What a voice and what a deserving winner of the million dollar prize for the first season of America's Got Talent.
Bianca Ryan, the 12-year-old vocal prodigy's much-anticipated self-titled debut album has been released on November 14, 2006. In the great tradition of young Philly girls like Andrea McCardle of Annie fame, Bianca Ryan has won the hearts of the nation. What a voice and what a deserving winner of the million dollar prize for the first season of America's Got Talent.
Two Philadelphia Area Rising Stars Strike It Big
Two of the Philadelphia area's favorite TV stars have both made exciting news in recent weeks. Stephenie LaGrossa and Bianca Ryan have both signed new deals.
Two of the Philadelphia area's favorite TV stars have both made exciting news in recent weeks. Stephenie LaGrossa and Bianca Ryan have both signed new deals.
Benjamin Franklin
A look at the life and times of Benjamin Franklin, American inventor, statesman and writer.
A look at the life and times of Benjamin Franklin, American inventor, statesman and writer.
Betsy Ross - Facts versus Fiction
Betsy Ross is one of the most famous people who lived through the American Revolution. She was without question an acquaintance of George Washington and many of the other founding fathers, Much, however, about what we know about Betsy Ross is legend that may, or may not, be true. Let's find out why.
Betsy Ross is one of the most famous people who lived through the American Revolution. She was without question an acquaintance of George Washington and many of the other founding fathers, Much, however, about what we know about Betsy Ross is legend that may, or may not, be true. Let's find out why.
Cardinal Justin Rigali
Learn about Cardinal Justin Rigali, the current Roman Catholic Archbishop of Philadelphia.
Learn about Cardinal Justin Rigali, the current Roman Catholic Archbishop of Philadelphia.
Chaim Potok 1929-2002
Long-term Philadelphia area resident, rabbi and best-selling author, Chaim Potok died on July 23, 2002 at his suburban Philadelphia home. Potok is best known for his novels such as "The Chosen," "The Promise" and "My Name is Asher Lev."
Long-term Philadelphia area resident, rabbi and best-selling author, Chaim Potok died on July 23, 2002 at his suburban Philadelphia home. Potok is best known for his novels such as "The Chosen," "The Promise" and "My Name is Asher Lev."
Nine Richest Philadelphians
From Forbes' list of the 400 richest Americans, these nine live in the Greater Philadelphia / South Jersey area.
From Forbes' list of the 400 richest Americans, these nine live in the Greater Philadelphia / South Jersey area.