In Their Own Words

In the first years of her reign, Queen Elizabeth cultivates the Commonwealth of Nations.

See the experiences that led Pope Francis to the highest office in the Catholic church.

Get a revealing new look at the life of former President Jimmy Carter.

Meet the legend, music, and man who is regularly credited as the father of rock and roll.

Follow Queen Elizabeth II’s remarkable life from youth through her 60-year reign.

Follow boxer Muhammad Ali’s rise from a gym in Louisville to international fame.

Follow Henson’s career from his early television work to his sudden death.

Angela Merkel’s life story reveals the woman behind the veil.

Watch the highlights of boxing legend Muhammad Ali’s life and career.

During confession, a young Jorge Bergoglio realizes his call to religious service.

See how Princess Elizabeth came of age during WWII while London underwent bombardment.

See Clay’s career begin with his first victories and the rise of his bold public persona.

Upon the death of her father, King George VI, 25-year old Elizabeth II takes the throne.

Explore Muhammad Ali's polarizing views on religion and racial integration in 1965.

See Pope Francis' response to the Church's cover up of priests who abused children.

Chuck Berry takes on the music industry's economic exploitation of Black artists.

See how Chuck Berry first started out playing gigs with legendary pianist Johnnie Johnson.

Chuck Berry and Keith Richards partner up for the documentary "Hail! Hail! Rock 'n' Roll."

As Georgia's governor, Carter shocks supporters with progressive policies.

Jimmy comes of age in the U.S. South during an era inflicted by segregation.

See how the Iranian Hostage Crisis damaged Carter’s administration.

Examine Jim Henson's childhood in rural Mississippi and the birth of his TV dreams.

After a 3-year exile for refusing the draft, Muhammad Ali’s epic boxing comeback begins.

Those closest to Jim Henson recount the events leading up to his shocking, sudden death.

Follow the highlights of Queen Elizabeth II's long life and reign.

Princess Diana finds her stride on the Australian tour, much to Prince Charles' dismay.

Princess Diana uses her platform to bring attention to the AIDS epidemic.

Elon Musk's story is about a thrilling 21st century "Iron Man" come alive.

Explore how Princess Diana evolved into one of the most impactful icons of our time.

The news of Princess Diana's tragic death leaves the whole world in mourning.

Diana's battle with her eating disorder is made public; Charles and Diana divorce.

The engagement of Prince Charles and the relatively unknown Lady Diana shocks the world.