American Masters

Henry Winkler took Marlee Matlin in for two years while she recovered from a turbulent time.

Marlee Matlin visits the house she grew up in Morton Grove, Illinois.

Marlee Matlin refused to allow a hearing actor to play her Deaf husband in the 2021 film “CODA.”

Learn about Marlee Matlin, Oscar-winning actress and champion of the Deaf community.

Teacher Giuliano Hazan shows us how to make simple and delicious macerated orange slices.

Giuliano Hazan demonstrates his mother's Roman-style artichokes.

Watch chef Shola Olunloyo make Marcella Hazan’s simple roast chicken with lemons.

Giuliano Hazan demonstrates his mother's meatballs and tomatoes.

Watch chef April Bloomfield make Marcella Hazan’s tomato sauce with onion and butter.

Marcella Hazan introduced classic Italian ingredients to America, including extra virgin olive oil.

Discover how Marcella Hazan became a teacher.

Marcella Hazan wrote “The Classic Italian Cook Book” with her husband Victor translating.

Discover how celebrated cookbook writer Marcella Hazan shaped Italian cuisine in America.

Discover Hannah Arendt, one of the most fearless political writers of modern times.

Trace the life and music of “Society’s Child” folk icon and LGBTQ+ advocate Janis Ian.

Eight cultural icons on their journeys to becoming masters of their artistic disciplines.

Explore the career of cartoonist Art Spiegelman and his award-winning graphic novel Maus.

Take an intimate look into the life and career of screen and stage icon Liza Minnelli.

Learn about jazz artist Hazel Scott, the first Black American to have their own TV show.

Learn about jazz artist Hazel Scott, the first Black American to have their own TV show.

Discover the lives of those who have left an indelible impression on our cultural landscape.

Learn about jazz artist Hazel Scott, the first Black American to have their own TV show.

Discover the life of singer Brenda Lee and her musical hits spanning genres and decades.

Discover the life of singer Brenda Lee and her musical hits spanning genres and decades.

Discover the life of singer Brenda Lee and her musical hits spanning genres and decades.

This series showcases the lives and cultural contributions of historical figures with disabilities.

This series showcases the lives and cultural contributions of historical figures with disabilities.

Explore the story of writer Julia Alvarez, who blazed a trail for a generation of Latino authors.

Explore the story of filmmaker Blake Edwards, known for his comedies like the "Pink Panther" series.

Explore new documentary shorts about artists who defy the odds to create remarkable work.

Jamie Diaz is a trans woman and artist who has spent nearly 30 years in a men's prison in Texas.

Explore musician Bob Dylan's evolution from folk troubadour to iconic rock star.

Scientist James Watson, the man behind the Double Helix, confronts his complex legacy.

Airs Friday, August 26, 2011 at 9:30 p.m. ET/PT. Check your local listings.

Discover the art world giant whose color fields changed art history and now fetch millions

Pulitzer Prize- and National Book Award-winning novelist Philip Roth tells his story.

The first major film documentary of the life and art of entertainer Sammy Davis Jr.

The story of how Charlie Parker's nickname "Yardbird" came to be.

Alice Waters shares her Inspiring Woman: Michelle Obama.

Louisa May Alcott's reputation as a spinster masked a literary double life.

Illuminating the stories of extraordinary American heroines.

How six iconic African American female entertainers challenged the entertainment industry.

A look at the unlikely author whose fiction helped shape American ideas of the frontier.

Extended interviews with Maya Angelou, Patti Smith, Mel Brooks, Carol Burnett and more.

Explore the definitive story of international art sensation Keith Haring.

B.B. King, born Riley B. King, was one of the most celebrated blues musicians of all time.

Director Amy Berg talks about bringing Janis Joplin back to life in her documentary.

The story behind the pioneering outlaw country music supergroup.

A behind-the-scenes look at American Masters - Maya Angelou: And Still I Rise

The inimitable magician and his mysterious world of sleight-of-hand artists and conjurers.

For more than three decades, Crosby reigned through radio, film, television and records.

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Airs Friday, December 30, 2011 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT. Check your local listings.

Airs Wednesday, June 1, 2011, 8:00-9:00 p.m. ET/PT

Premieres Tuesday, October 5, 2013 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT. Check your local listings.

A scene from 'Inventing David Geffen'

JOFFREY: MAVERICKS OF AMERICAN DANCE premieres Friday, Dec. 28, 2012 on PBS.

A scene from 'Inventing David Geffen'

Archival performance footage and interview with Hendrix and musicians on his showmanship.

Jacques Pépin is known as a kitchen supernova.

Harvey Fierstein talks to director Michael Kantor backstage during the production of "Hairspray."

Follow furniture maker and conceptual artist Norman Teague as he prepares for a solo exhibition.

Explore the creative process and familial narrative behind acclaimed fashion label House of Aama.

Follow furniture maker and conceptual artist Norman Teague as he prepares for a solo exhibition.

Explore the creative process and familial narrative behind acclaimed fashion label House of Aama.

Discover this portrait of the Cuban-American graphic artist and graphic novelist Edel Rodriguez.

Discover this portrait of the Cuban-American graphic artist and graphic novelist Edel Rodriguez.

Actress Natasha Rothwell on her creative process in "The White Lotus."

Ringo Starr describes his friendship with Mae West.

Actor Daniel Dae Kim on his groundbreaking career and new project, "Butterfly."

Composer John Kander and lyricist Fred Ebb talk about how they have worked together.

Mel Brooks talks about the first Broadway show he ever saw—Cole Porter's "Anything Goes."

Discover this portrait of the Cuban-American graphic artist and graphic novelist Edel Rodriguez.

Follow Danielle Scott as she makes art that explores the wretched pain and beauty of her ancestors.

Follow Danielle Scott as she makes art that explores the wretched pain and beauty of her ancestors.

Photographer Gioncarlo Valentine documents intimacy as a radical act of self-exploration.

Photographer Gioncarlo Valentine documents intimacy as a radical act of self-exploration.

Explore the creative process and familial narrative behind acclaimed fashion label House of Aama.

Contains ASL. Discover how cookbook writer Marcella Hazan shaped Italian cuisine in America.

Contains EAD. Discover how cookbook writer Marcella Hazan shaped Italian cuisine in America.

Follow furniture maker and conceptual artist Norman Teague as he prepares for a solo exhibition.

Discover Hannah Arendt, one of the most fearless political writers of modern times. [EAD]

Discover Hannah Arendt, one of the most fearless political writers of modern times. [ASL]

TV writer and host Phil Rosenthal talks about finding our shared humanity in food and comedy.

Trace the life and music of “Society’s Child” folk icon and LGBTQ+ advocate Janis Ian.

Trace the life and music of “Society’s Child” folk icon and LGBTQ+ advocate Janis Ian.

Follow Danielle Scott as she makes art that explores the wretched pain and beauty of her ancestors.

Musician Tunde Adebimpe on his creative process behind his solo album debut.

Photographer Gioncarlo Valentine documents intimacy as a radical act of self-exploration.

This version contains extended audio description. Follow author Sarah Thankam Mathews as pressure mounts to follow up her highly acclaimed debut novel, "All This Could Be Different." Mathews excavates her past in India and Oman, contends with her present as a rising literary star, and imagines new futures

This version contains on-screen ASL interpretation. Follow author Sarah Thankam Mathews as pressure mounts to follow up her highly acclaimed debut novel, "All This Could Be Different." Mathews excavates her past in India and Oman, contends with her present as a rising literary star, and imagines new futures

Follow author Sarah Thankam Mathews as pressure mounts to follow up her highly acclaimed debut novel, "All This Could Be Different." Mathews excavates her past in India and Oman, contends with her present as a rising literary star, and imagines new futures of immigration, justice, and community.

Explore the story of writer Julia Alvarez, who blazed a trail for a generation of Latino authors.

Explore the story of writer Julia Alvarez, who blazed a trail for a generation of Latino authors.

Gladys Bentley was a musical sensation and gender identity pioneer.

Sarria was a legend of the San Francisco drag scene.

Jean Malin was one of the first openly gay performers in the Prohibition era.

She was an artist, activist, gay mother and mentor to hundreds of queer youth.

Pépin shows us how to make one of his favorite dishes for the summer, a fresh corn purée.

Filmmaker Jonas Mekas describes the burgeoning art scene of New York City in the 1960s.

Julian Eltinge was a female impersonator who was once America's highest paid performer.

She ran for president in lipstick, heels and eyeshadow.

Discover "the fastest woman in the world," deaf racecar driver and daredevil Kitty O'Neil.

Pépin teaches us how to make onion soup gratinée.

Jacques Pépin shows us a simple but tasty Brussels sprouts recipe.

Maia Cruz Palileo is a multi-disciplinary artist who explores themes of migration.

John Singleton came to Maya Angelou for guidance while working on "Poetic Justice."

Steve Martin discusses how David Geffen found Hollywood success through his friendships.

Jamaica Heolimeleikalani Osorio is a Kanaka Maoli wahine poet, activist, and academic.

Another take on blueberries, lemon and mint from Jacques Pépin.

Artist Senghor Reid draws inspiration from current events and his hometown of Detroit.

Caribbean-American D.J. Walshy Fire electrifies audiences with dancehall-inspired beats.

Artist Sydney G. James’ bold brush strokes address racial injustice in her native Detroit.

Ojibwe artist Jonathan Thunder explores the mythic inspirations of his surrealist work.

Martin Scorsese discusses how John Ford's films have impacted his career.

Pépin shares his method for a simple baked salmon served with caramelized endive.

Pépin serves cod with a garnish of vegetables including mushrooms, radishes and olives.

Jacques Pépin makes easy and delicious crêpes.

James Earl Jones talks Sidney Poitier's impact on himself and other young Black actors.

Fran Drescher talks about how she took inspiration from Lucille Ball for "The Nanny."