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Actor Tim Curry and cast members of the "Rocky Horror Show" on a Halloween Eve in New York.
Actor Tim Curry and cast members of the "Rocky Horror Show" on a Halloween Eve in New York.Photo: Big Pictures Archive

Remembering Tim Curry: three appearances from the archive

Nine photographs revisit Tim Curry's unmistakable presence across three appearances in 2000 and 2001.

Renowned artist Peter Max paints a portrait of Princess Diana for a global internet charity event.
Renowned artist Peter Max paints a portrait of Princess Diana for a global internet charity event.Photo: Big Pictures Archive

On This Day 1998: Peter Max paints Princess Diana

On 28 August 1998, Peter Max created a vivid portrait of Princess Diana for an international charity event in New York.

Renowned artist Peter Max paints a portrait of Princess Diana for a global internet charity event.
Renowned artist Peter Max paints a portrait of Princess Diana for a global internet charity event.Photo: Big Pictures Archive

Peter Max paints Princess Diana in New York (28 August 1998)

Four moments from the New York session in which Peter Max painted Princess Diana for an international charity collaboration.

Zoe Ball visits designer boutiques in Knightsbridge, dressed casually in a white hooded top and black trousers.
Zoe Ball visits designer boutiques in Knightsbridge, dressed casually in a white hooded top and black trousers.Photo: Big Pictures Archive

On This Day 1998: Zoe Ball in Knightsbridge

Reviewed archive images document Zoe Ball shopping at designer boutiques in Knightsbridge, London, on 27 August 1998.

Zoe Ball visits designer boutiques in Knightsbridge, dressed casually in a white hooded top and black trousers.
Zoe Ball visits designer boutiques in Knightsbridge, dressed casually in a white hooded top and black trousers.Photo: Big Pictures Archive

Zoe Ball shopping in Knightsbridge, London (27 August 1998)

Eight reviewed archive images from one documented 27 August 1998 Knightsbridge shopping set.

Dolly Parton smiling after a performance at the W Hotel in Westwood, California.
UK RIGHTS* Singer/songwriter Dolly Parton, Tennessee's new Ambassador for Film and Music, after a performance at the W Hotel in Westwood, California. Dolly's role is to promote the use of Tennessee in both mediums. USA 15/10/02.Photo: Big Pictures Archive

Dolly Parton, the country star who made generosity part of her legend, dies at 80

From the Smoky Mountains to stages around the world, Dolly Parton turned an unmistakable voice, a gift for storytelling and a radical instinct for kindness into one of the most enduring careers in popular culture.

Brad Pitt is seen leaving his hotel to attend the premiere of his new film "Snatch" in London.
Brad Pitt is seen leaving his hotel to attend the premiere of his new film "Snatch" in London.Photo: Big Pictures Archive

Snatch Premiere in pictures

Archive photographs from Snatch Premiere, selected by the Fame In Pictures picture desk.

Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales at Royal Wedding
Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales at Royal Wedding in London, UK on 29 April 2011.Photo: Big Pictures Archive

Prince William and Kate Middleton Marry at Westminster Abbey, 29 April 2011

On 29 April 2011, Prince William and Catherine Middleton were married in Westminster Abbey before a global television audience, with celebrations continuing at Buckingham Palace.

Dan Aykroyd and Donna Dixon in Portofino, Italy
Dan Aykroyd and Donna Dixon photographed in Portofino, Italy on 8 July 2002.Photo: Big Pictures Archive

Dan Aykroyd and Donna Dixon in Portofino, July 2002

Dan Aykroyd and Donna Dixon pictured together in Portofino, Italy on 8 July 2002, the same year Aykroyd began his recurring role on According to Jim.

Actress Halle Berry wearing casual clothes visits a friend in the Hollywood hills.
Actress Halle Berry wearing casual clothes visits a friend in the Hollywood hills.Photo: Big Pictures Archive

Halle Berry visits a friend in the Hollywood hills, June 2008

On 28 June 2008, Halle Berry was photographed in a casual white t-shirt and black jeans during a visit to a friend in the Hollywood hills, months after welcoming her daughter Nahla Ariela.

Miley Cyrus at 81st Academy Awards
Miley Cyrus at 81st Academy Awards in Hollywood, USA on 22 February 2009.Photo: Big Pictures Archive

Miley Cyrus in Silver Zuhair Murad at the 2009 Oscars for Bolt

On 22 February 2009, Miley Cyrus arrived at the Kodak Theatre for the 81st Academy Awards in a silver Zuhair Murad gown, attending as her film Bolt was up for Best Animated Feature.

Mel Gibson at 52nd Cannes Film Festival
Mel Gibson at 52nd Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, France on 18 May 1999.Photo: Big Pictures Archive

Mel Gibson Joins Felicia's Journey Cast at 1999 Cannes Film Festival

Icon Productions' Mel Gibson stepped out in Cannes on 18 May 1999 to support the screening of Atom Egoyan's Felicia's Journey during the festival's 52nd edition.

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