Mary Kirk is an art curator based in Chicago, Illinois. Her father Robert Willard Kirk is an architect and her mother Kathryn Kirk is a counselor. Mary's older brother Charlie Kirk co-founded Turning Point USA.
13 things about Chicago, Illinois native Ty Warner
Harold Ty Warner, born in Chicago, became a billionaire toy manufacturer known for founding Ty Inc. and Beanie Babies. He faced tax evasion charges resulting in probation and community service. Warner has a history of philanthropy and remains relevant in the toy industry, with a current net worth of $6 billion.
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10 things about Chicago, Illinois native Kevin Quinn
Kevin Gerard Quinn is an American actor, singer, and songwriter from Illinois. He rose to fame as a contestant on "American Idol" Season 12 and starred in various TV series including "Bunk'd" and "Champions." Recently, he disclosed his borderline personality disorder diagnosis and continues to release music, with his album "Real Me" set for January 2024.
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13 things about Chicago, Illinois native Mildred Prevost
Mildred Agnes Martinez Prevost, mother of Pope Leo XIV, was born in Chicago and of diverse descent. She married Louis Prevost, with whom she had three sons. Mildred experienced the loss of several siblings and her husband before her death in 1990. Her son Robert became pope in 2025.
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13 things about Chicago, Illinois’s Robert Prevost
Robert Francis Martinez Prevost, born in Chicago, is the first American pope, known as Pope Leo XIV. He has an extensive educational background and diverse roles within the Catholic Church, including teaching and administration. Prevost's family consists of two brothers, and he is fluent in multiple languages, reflecting his broad cultural engagement.
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13 things about The Smashing Pumpkins frontman Billy Corgan
Billy Corgan is an American musician and wrestling promoter born in Chicago. He founded the band The Smashing Pumpkins and experienced a tumultuous family life, including parental divorce and personal struggles. Corgan's relationships, including marriages and fatherhood, shaped his career. He also owns the National Wrestling Alliance and has faced various personal challenges.
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Chicago, Illinois tax attorney Adam Beckerink arrested
Adam Beckerink, a Chicago tax attorney, was married to Caitlin Tracey, with a tumultuous relationship marked by domestic violence incidents. After multiple abusive episodes and a restraining order from Caitlin, she tragically died in October 2024. Beckerink was arrested in connection with her death and faces multiple charges, including aggravated assault.
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Angeliz Reyes biography: 14 things about Miss Charm USA 2024
Angeliz Reyes is an American medical aesthetics professional and beauty queen from Chicago. She has a notable pageant history, including winning Miss Illinois USA 2022 and representing the U.S. at Miss Charm 2024. She is connected to beauty brand founder Carolyn Aronson and celebrated various placements in national competitions throughout her career.
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Aurora, Illinois’s Xavier Tate accused of shooting Chicago cop Luis Huesca
Luis Huesca was a police officer in Chicago, Illinois, United States. He was 30. On April 20, 2024, Huesca was killed in Gage Park, Chicago allegedly by Xavier L. Tate Jr., 22, of Aurora, Illinois. The latter has yet to be arrested. That day, Tate allegedly used a 40-caliber handgun to shoot Huesca multiple times. … Continue reading Aurora, Illinois’s Xavier Tate accused of shooting Chicago cop Luis Huesca
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania native Jaeden Martell, Chicago, Illinois native Maxwell Jenkins star in ‘Arcadian’
Jaeden Martell and Maxwell Jenkins star in the post-apocalyptic action horror film "Arcadian," an international co-production. Martell, known for roles in "It Chapter Two" and "Defending Jacob," was born in Philadelphia, while Jenkins, from Chicago, gained fame in "Lost in Space." "Arcadian" premieres March 11, 2024, and releases April 12, 2024.
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