Biography

Biography - A&E

A&E

News Show

1987

TVPG

Documentary

Biography

History

World history

In-depth profiles of major figures throughout history, from current pop-culture favorites to criminals to historical figures.

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1987– News Show 33 Seasons

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Upcoming TV Airings

The airings below are based on a generic national schedule. Times and dates can vary by TV provider.

Thursday, January 29

Christa McAuliffe: Teacher in Space

Episode 17

Teacher Christa McAuliffe dies with six other astronauts in the Challenger explosion.

Sunday, February 1

Frederick Douglass

Escaped slave Frederick Douglass becomes a writer, a lecturer and an abolitionist.

Sunday, February 1

Thurgood Marshall: Justice for All

Episode 10

Thurgood Marshall becomes the first black justice of the United States.

Sunday, February 1

Morgan Freeman

Episode 129

Morgan Freeman has starred in over 60 films, including "The Shawshank Redemption" and "Amistad."

Sunday, February 1

Harlem Globetrotters

Interviews describe the establishment of the Harlem Globetrotters.

Sunday, February 1

Tiger Woods

Episode 82

Former child prodigy Tiger Woods becomes one of the world's greatest golfers.

Sunday, February 1

Frederick Douglass

Escaped slave Frederick Douglass becomes a writer, a lecturer and an abolitionist.

Sunday, February 1

Thurgood Marshall: Justice for All

Episode 10

Thurgood Marshall becomes the first black justice of the United States.

Sunday, February 1

Morgan Freeman

Episode 129

Morgan Freeman has starred in over 60 films, including "The Shawshank Redemption" and "Amistad."

Sunday, February 1

Harlem Globetrotters

Interviews describe the establishment of the Harlem Globetrotters.

Sunday, February 1

Tiger Woods

Episode 82

Former child prodigy Tiger Woods becomes one of the world's greatest golfers.

Monday, February 2

Frederick Douglass

Escaped slave Frederick Douglass becomes a writer, a lecturer and an abolitionist.

Monday, February 2

Thurgood Marshall: Justice for All

Episode 10

Thurgood Marshall becomes the first black justice of the United States.

Monday, February 2

Morgan Freeman

Episode 129

Morgan Freeman has starred in over 60 films, including "The Shawshank Redemption" and "Amistad."

Monday, February 2

Harlem Globetrotters

Interviews describe the establishment of the Harlem Globetrotters.

Monday, February 2

Tiger Woods

Episode 82

Former child prodigy Tiger Woods becomes one of the world's greatest golfers.

Sunday, February 8

Rudolph Valentino: The Great Lover

Episode 43

Italian immigrant and sometime gigolo Rudolph Valentino becomes the first Hollywood superstar.

Sunday, February 8

Love and Death: The Story of Bonnie and Clyde

Episode 36

Bonnie and Clyde are killed in an ambush set up by the Texas Highway Patrol.

Sunday, February 8

Hollywoods Baddest Breakups

Episode 40

The ten most explosive and expensive breakups of the past decade.

Sunday, February 8

Rudolph Valentino: The Great Lover

Episode 43

Italian immigrant and sometime gigolo Rudolph Valentino becomes the first Hollywood superstar.

Sunday, February 8

Casanova: World's Greatest Lover

Episode 43

His name synonymous with seduction, Casanova was a diplomat, writer, swindler and spy.

Sunday, February 8

Danielle Steel

Episode 144

Author Danielle Steel becomes the queen of romantic fiction.

Sunday, February 8

Love and Death: The Story of Bonnie and Clyde

Episode 36

Bonnie and Clyde are killed in an ambush set up by the Texas Highway Patrol.

Sunday, February 8

Hollywoods Baddest Breakups

Episode 40

The ten most explosive and expensive breakups of the past decade.

Monday, February 9

Rudolph Valentino: The Great Lover

Episode 43

Italian immigrant and sometime gigolo Rudolph Valentino becomes the first Hollywood superstar.

Monday, February 9

Casanova: World's Greatest Lover

Episode 43

His name synonymous with seduction, Casanova was a diplomat, writer, swindler and spy.

Monday, February 9

Danielle Steel

Episode 144

Author Danielle Steel becomes the queen of romantic fiction.

Monday, February 9

Love and Death: The Story of Bonnie and Clyde

Episode 36

Bonnie and Clyde are killed in an ambush set up by the Texas Highway Patrol.

Monday, February 9

Hollywoods Baddest Breakups

Episode 40

The ten most explosive and expensive breakups of the past decade.

Tuesday, February 10

The Famous Wally Amos: The Cookie King

Episode 97

Renowned for his chocolate chip cookies, Wally Amos led many lives.

Tuesday, February 10

The Famous Wally Amos: The Cookie King

Episode 97

Renowned for his chocolate chip cookies, Wally Amos led many lives.

Wednesday, February 11

The Famous Wally Amos: The Cookie King

Episode 97

Renowned for his chocolate chip cookies, Wally Amos led many lives.

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Mark Henry
Q&A

‘Biography: WWE Legends’: Mark Henry Reflects on Inspiring Journey & Hall of Fame Career

Portrait of American Heavy Metal singer Dee Snider, of the group Twisted Sister, as he poses backstage at the Rosemont Horizon, Rosemont, Illinois, December 21,1984.
Q&A

‘Biography: Rock Legends’: Twisted Sister’s Dee Snider Gets Candid About Toxic Relationships with Bandmates & Wife

Rhea Ripley and Charlotte Flair

Charlotte Flair & Rhea Ripley Talk Tough Ahead of ‘WrestleMania’ 39 Showdown

Jerry Lawler at WWE SummerSlam
Exclusive

How Jerry Lawler Became ‘The King’: Hulk Hogan & More Pay Tribute in ‘Biography: WWE Legends’ Sneak Peek (VIDEO)

Rey Mysterio 2022
Q&A

Rey Mysterio on His A&E ‘Biography’ & Being WWE’s Biggest Underdog Success

The Bella Twins
Q&A

The Bella Twins Reflect on Their WWE Impact Ahead of A&E ‘Biography’

Norm Macdonald Has a Show

Norm Macdonald’s Last Act, Teddy Roosevelt Rides Again, the First Alaskans, Bobby Brown and Origins of Hip Hop

Steve Austin

A&E Announces Multi-Year WWE Expansion, Including New Series ‘WWE Rivals’

Bobby Brown at the 2021 American Music Awards

A&E ‘Biography’ to Spotlight Bobby Brown for New Event & Docuseries

TV Insider Interview with Booker TV
Q&A

WWE Legend Booker T on How He Changed the Game (VIDEO)

Steve Austin
Preview

Lords of the Ring! ‘Biography’ Shares Secrets of 8 WWE Legends

Eliza Taylor as Clarke in The 100

Ask Matt: Death on ‘The 100,’ ‘Transplant,’ ‘Hot Bench’ and Syndication Shuffles & More

star trek picard patrick stewart

Worth Watching: The Early Days of MTV, ‘Star Trek’ Day, ‘Transplant’ Welcomes the New Doc

MTV's Original VJs in 1983 - Alan Hunter, J.J. Jackson, Nina Blackwood, Martha Quinn, and Mark Goodman

‘Biography: I Want My MTV’ Delivers ‘Intense’ Nostalgia

Ozzy Osbourne

Worth Watching: Big Cat Week, Travel the ‘Devil’s Road,’ Ozzy Osbourne’s ‘Nine Lives’

Ozzy Osbourne with his son Jack at the 2011 Tribeca Film Festival
Q&A

Jack Osbourne on Telling His Dad’s Story Through A&E’s ‘Biography’

The Voice Season 18

Worth Watching: Music Galore (Kenny Rogers ‘Biography,’ James Taylor on ‘The Voice,’ ‘Songland’ Returns, ‘Bachelor’s Musical Spinoff), ABC’s ‘Baker and Beauty’

BIOGRAPHY DOLLY DOLLY PARTON 2020

A&E’s ‘Biography’ Explores Dolly Parton’s Influence on Country & Pop Artists

Making It - Season 2

Worth Watching: ‘Prodigal Son’ Cliffhanger, Garth Brooks ‘Biography,’ Return of ‘Making It’

Garth Brooks
Q&A

‘The Road I’m On’: Garth Brooks Previews His Very Personal A&E ‘Biography’ 

John F. Kennedy Jr. And Carolyn Bessette Kennedy
Preview

‘Biography: JFK Jr.—The Final Year’ Examines His Struggles Before Death

Farrah Fawcett

A&E Biography Celebrates American Icons Farrah Fawcett & John F. Kennedy Jr.

Chris Farley, Self Assignment, January 1, 1996

A&E ‘Biography’ Spotlights Chris Farley and More Comedy Greats