Actors and historical characters. We’re all intrigued by the lives of history’s most famous people, and so is Hollywood. John Travolta is the latest star to take on a historical role as a notorious American mobster. Check out this list of actors and actresses who dared to imitate real-life characters.

Where are they now? The Lord of the Rings cast. Casting rumors and production news have been swirling over director Peter Jackson’s next trip to Middle Earth in “The Hobbit”. But what has become of the cast from the original “Lord of the Rings” trilogy? And, will any of them be returning? Click on to find out.