THE '90S

Tom Cruise once considered 'Top Gun' sequels a highway to the danger zone.

In 1990, Tom Cruise Told 'Playboy' That Making a 'Top Gun' Sequel Would Be 'Irresponsible'

Tom Cruise was less enthusiastic about a sequel to 'Top Gun' in 1990, which he described a 'fairy tale' version of war.

George Clooney and Quentin Tarantino in 'From Dusk Till Dawn' (1996).

15 Surprising Facts About 'From Dusk Till Dawn'

Before settling in for one hell of a night with Quentin Tarantino, George Clooney, and a bunch of vampires in Robert Rodriguez’s horror comedy, check out these fascinating facts about the making of the film.

Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet in 'Titanic' (1997).

How Celine Dion's 'My Heart Will Go On,' a Song No One Wanted, Became a Titanic Hit

Even 25 years later, "My Heart Will Go On"—the love theme from 'Titanic'—can still make audiences weep. But it's a miracle it got made, as James Cameron wasn't interested in including a pop song in his historical drama and Celine Dion hated the song.

Frosted Grape Pop-Tarts, a Staple of the ‘90s, Are Making a Comeback

If you've been missing the classic '90s breakfast treat, you're in luck.

Suzanne Somers created a mini-empire from the ThighMaster.

When the ThighMaster Got a Leg Up on the Fitness Industry

In the shark-infested world of 1990s infomercials, where pitchmen like Tony Little and Chuck Norris hawked all manner of fitness products costing hundreds of do

If your thirst could only be quenched by a cola stripped of all its pesky coloring, 1992 was a banner year for you.

10 Discontinued Beverages Coveted by Collectors

These gone-but-not-forgotten libations still have their fan-bases, some of whom shell out pretty serious cash for these vintage potables.

George Michael performs at the Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert

How The Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert Became the Biggest All-Star Gig of the '90s

On April 20, 1992, the world's biggest musicians took the stage at London's Wembley Stadium to honor the late, great Freddie Mercury. Some tributes fared better than others.

A New Line of Lisa Frank Blenders Will Take Your Kitchen Back to the ‘90s

For adult '90s kids looking to add to some pizazz to their routine, BlendJet now offers a line of portable blenders inspired by Lisa Frank.

After becoming a household name in the World Wrestling Federation, Hulk Hogan jumped ship to rival World Championship Wrestling in 1994.

9 Facts About Hulk Hogan

Hulk Hogan is one of the biggest names in the history of professional wrestling. Learn more about the man behind Hulkamania with these facts about his life.

PaRappa the Rapper unlocked everyone's inner rap artist.

You Gotta Believe: How PaRappa the Rapper Took Music Video Games to Another Level

Rhythm-loving dog PaRappa the Rapper was a surprise hit for the Sony PlayStation in 1996. But he was almost a rapping shrimp.

Dan Quayle in 1999 and Elijah Wood in 2004.

When Dan Quayle and 12-Year-Old Elijah Wood Starred in a 1994 Super Bowl Commercial

It probably wasn’t a coincidence that Dan Quayle, who famously misspelled ‘potato,’ started shilling for potato chips.

A sign outside Amazon's Seattle headquarters.

Why ‘Relentless.com’ Redirects to Amazon

Amazon’s original name was actually ‘Cadabra.’ And that was far from the only moniker that Jeff Bezos considered.

Why Are Online Scams Called ‘Phishing’?

‘Phishing’ has become a catch-all term for basically any internet scam. When it was coined in the ’90s, that wasn’t the case.

The Forgotten Generation hasn't forgotten this.

Calling All Gen Xers: The Illinois State Museum Wants Your Help Curating a New Generation X Exhibit

If you were born during the Gen X years—1965 to 1980—the Illinois State Museum might feature your old Trapper Keeper.

Tech Decks were classroom nuisances, brah.

11 Infamous '90s School Bans

From slap bracelets to finger-sized skateboards, these are the distractions that filled teachers' desk drawers in the '90s.

A BlackBerry Bold 9900 on display in 2012.

Your Old BlackBerry Phone Is About to Stop Working Forever

BlackBerry phones were once considered cutting-edge. Soon, you won’t even be able to use them to call 911.

The Hanson brothers photographed in 1997, when "MMMBop" was topping the charts.

1997 Flashback: 25 Songs Turning 25 In 2022

In 1997, the first Harry Potter book was published in the U.K., 'Titanic' arrived in theaters, and you probably had Hanson's "MMMBop" stuck in your head—whether you liked it or not.

Danielle Fishel and Rider Strong will both be there.

Stars From Sabrina the Teenage Witch, Boy Meets World, and More Are Coming to the First-Ever ’90s Con

Main cast members from ‘Sabrina the Teenage Witch,’ ‘Boy Meets World,’ and ‘Family Matters’ will all be there.

Steve Jobs introduces the first iPhone during his keynote speech at Macworld on January 9, 2007.

20 of the Most Important Moments in Internet History

From its first steps out of the primordial sludge of the ARPANET days to its current role as a vessel for cat videos and Netflix, we're taking a look at just some of the most important moments in internet history.

Get something for every smark on your list.

11 Best Gifts for Anyone Who's Obsessed With Pro-Wrestling

From WWE Attitude Era throwbacks to Jon Moxley's new autobiography, these best gifts for wrestling fans could make even the toughest smark swoon.

Many '90s kids will remember playing Zoombinis.

11 Fun Facts About Zoombinis

Zoombinis graced the screens of many a ‘90s PC, inviting kids to use logic and experimentation as they led a troupe of exploited island workers through a Deep, Dark Forest and the Mountains of Despair en route to Zoombiniville.

Nirvana artifacts and exhibits are seen at the opening of 'In Bloom: The Nirvana Exhibition,' a 2011 exhibition in London.

11 Surprising Facts About Nirvana's 'Nevermind'

On September 24, 1991, Nirvana released their second album—and radically changed the face of pop music and altered the cultural landscape for years to come.

We apologize in advance for getting "Macarena" stuck in your head.

When Macarena Ruled the World in 1996

Los del Río's “Macarena” became the second longest-running number one in Billboard history, shifted 14 million copies, and sparked a dance craze that spread everywhere from the Olympics to the Democratic National Convention.

11 Memorable ‘90s Toy Commercial Jingles

From the monster ballad stylings of 'Crossfire' to the sugary pop genius of Polly Pocket, here are some of the most memorable toy jingles from the '90s.

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