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Martin was born Dino Paul Crocetti in Steubenville, Ohio, to Gaetano Alfonso "Guy" Crocetti, an Italian immigrant and barber, and his Ohio-born wife, Angela (Barra) Crocetti. He spoke only Italian until age five. Martin came up the hard way, with such jobs as a boxer ("Kid Crochet"), a steel mill worker, a gas station worker and a casino croupier/dealer. In 1946, Martin got his first ticket to stardom, as he teamed up with another hard worker who was also trying to succeed in Hollywood: Jerry Lewis. Films such as At War with the Army (1950) sent the team toward super-stardom. The duo were to become one of Hollywood's truly great teams. They lasted 11 years together, and starred in 16 movies. They were unstoppable, but personality conflicts broke up the team. Even without Lewis, Martin was a true superstar.

Few thought that Martin would go on to achieve solo success, but he did, winning critical acclaim for his role in The Young Lions (1958) with Marlon Brando and Montgomery Clift, and Some Came Running (1958), with Shirley MacLaine and Frank Sinatra. Movies such as Rio Bravo (1959) brought him international fame. One of his best remembered films is in Ocean's Eleven (1960), in which he played Sam Harmon alongside the other members of the legendary Rat Pack: Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., Joey Bishop and Peter Lawford. Martin proved potent at the box office through the 1960s, with films such as Bells Are Ringing (1960) and Robin and the 7 Hoods (1964), again with Rat Pack pals Sammy Davis Jr. and Sinatra. During much of the 1960s and 1970s, his film persona of a boozing playboy prompted a series of films as secret agent Matt Helm and his own television variety show. Airport (1970) followed, featuring Martin as a pilot. He played a phony priest in The Cannonball Run (1981).

In 1965, Martin explored a new method for entertaining his fans: Television. That year he hosted one of the most successful TV series in history: The Dean Martin Show (1965), which lasted until 1973. In 1965, it won a Golden Globe Award. In 1973, he renamed it "The Dean Martin Comedy Hour", and from 1974 to 1984 it was renamed again, this time "The Dean Martin Celebrity Roasts". It became one of the most successful TV series in history, skewering such greats as Bob Hope, Frank Sinatra, Lucille Ball, James Stewart, George Burns, Milton Berle, Don Rickles, Phyllis Diller, and Joe Namath.

His last public role was a return to the stage, for a cross-country concert tour with Davis and Sinatra. He spoke affectionately of his fellow Rat Packers. "The satisfaction that I get out of working with these two bums is that we have more laughs than the audience has", Martin said. After the 1980s, Martin took it easy until his son, Dean Paul Martin, was killed in a plane crash in March 1987.

Devastated by the loss, from which he never recovered, he walked out on a reunion tour with Sinatra and Davis. Martin spent his final years in solitude, out of the public light. A heavy smoker most of his life, Martin died on Christmas Day 1995 at age 78 from complications to lung cancer.

Scott Paulin was born on 13 February 1950 in Steubenville, Ohio, USA. He is an actor and director, known for Teen Wolf (1985), The Right Stuff (1983) and Pump Up the Volume (1990). He has been married to Wendy Phillips since 21 November 1981. They have one child.

Al Mancini was born on 13 November 1932 in Steubenville, Ohio, USA. He was an actor and writer, known for Falling Down (1993), Miller's Crossing (1990) and The Dirty Dozen (1967). He was married to Carlyn Clayton and Denny Dayviss. He died on 12 November 2007 in London, Ohio, USA.

Born in Steubenville, Ohio on November 25th, 1944. Raised in West "By God" Virginia. Attended Washington & Jefferson for his undergrad, and BU for grad school. Worked with Lovelace Marionette Theater in Pittsburgh. Has worked extensively on stage as an actor and director, as well as being involved in improvisational theater.

Jimmy 'The Greek' Snyder was born on 9 September 1918 in Steubenville, Ohio, USA. He was an actor and producer, known for The Cannonball Run (1981), ABC's Wide World of Sports (1961) and Sammy and Company (1975). He died on 21 April 1996 in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA.

The son of a minister from Ohio, Charles Stanton Ogle became a prolific character actor from stage and screen. Mostly cast in commanding roles in silents. Per haps most memorable as the screen's very first Frankenstein monster in Thomas Alva Edison's silent version Frankenstein (1910).

Helen Crothers was born on 13 November 1918 in Steubenville, Ohio, USA. She was married to Scatman Crothers. She died on 26 December 1997 in Van Nuys, California, USA.

John Mondin Actor / Comedian / Writer / Producer / Musician John Mondin was born in Washington, DC, and raised in Steubenville, Ohio. His journey in entertainment began as a stand-up comedian in the 1980s and 1990s, when he performed across 12 states and brought his unique humor to audiences nationwide. Known for his fearless style and comedic flair, he wrote and starred in his one-man show, Locked, Cocked and Ready for a Spanking, which he performed in New York City's Greenwich Village, capturing the attention of fans and industry professionals alike.

Mondin's talents soon landed him as a regular sketch performer on Late Night with Conan O'Brien, where he became known for his memorable characters and on-screen charisma. Alongside these appearances, he honed his craft in numerous commercials and off-off-Broadway productions, building his versatility and reputation as a dedicated performer. John's breakthrough role came with the film Coyote Ugly, which opened new doors in television and film. Since then, he has appeared in a range of acclaimed TV shows, including The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Ray Donovan, The Blacklist, Boardwalk Empire, New Amsterdam, and Person of Interest. His ability to adapt to different roles has also made him a favorite in holiday movies, such as A Very Merry Toy Store and A Very Nutty Christmas.

Today, John Mondin continues to audition regularly, bringing his experience and passion for entertainment to new projects. He resides in Harlem, New York City, where he lives with his wife and their beloved cat.

Natalie Pasquarella was born on 25 January 1982 in Steubenville, Ohio, USA. She has been married to Jamin Pastore since 24 May 2014. They have one child.

Nicole was born in the small town of Steubenville, Ohio. She began modeling with a close friend in high school which eventually grew from a pastime to a passion. After moving to Pittsburgh for college, she pushed further into modeling and in less than a year began auditioning for acting roles. A young director cast Nicole as the lead in a local bands music video. At the end of the production he strongly encouraged her to pursue acting. While attending college full time, she balanced classwork and modeling and began searching for more opportunities to develop her acting skills. She helped a few school friends with short films giving her the practice she needed. She then read for the role of "Allison" in "Scream Park". Time went by with no response and she was later asked to reread for the part of "Missi". The director wanted to give her a challenge but little did he know, Nicole's personality strongly matched Missi's sarcasm. After successfully graduating college, she continues to explore her passion for both modeling and acting.

Jeremy Kay was born on 26 July 1942 in Steubenville, Ohio, USA. Jeremy is an art director and writer, known for Easy Rider (1969), Satan's Children (1975) and The Waxing Moon (1976).

William Parry was born on 7 October 1947 in Steubenville, Ohio, USA. He is an actor, known for Domestic Disturbance (2001), In & Out (1997) and Sweet Liberty (1986).

Rollie Fingers was born on 25 August 1946 in Steubenville, Ohio, USA. He is an actor, known for Arli$$ (1996), 1971 American League Championship Series (1971) and 1972 World Series (1972). He is married to Lori Harden. They have two children. He was previously married to Suzanne Michele Frost, Danielle Lamar and Jill Cutler.

Tad Mosel was born on 1 May 1922 in Steubenville, Ohio, USA. He was a writer and actor, known for Up the Down Staircase (1967), The Adams Chronicles (1976) and Dear Heart (1964). He died on 24 August 2008 in Concord, New Hampshire, USA.

Edgar Jones was a stage actor discovered by Siegmund Lubin and signed for pictures at Lubin Manufacturing Company. Jones quickly established himself as a popular actor in 1- and 2-reel Westerns and dramas, often paired with Louise Huff or Clara Williams. He also quickly branched out into producing and directing his own films. Of of the dozens of films Jones made at Lubin between 1912 and 1915, maybe a dozen survive. After Lubin folded in 1916, Jones freelanced for a few years as an actor and director.

In 1919, Jones opened his own movie studio in Augusta, Maine with local businessmen William B. Williamson and Blaine Viles. The studio would create "north woods" films that took advantage of the the area's lakes, rivers, forest land, and four season. Jones gathered a stock company of actors and crew who all lived in Augusta. Along with Jones, the original actors included Evelyn Brent, Carlton Brickert, and Ben Hendricks, Jr. After a case of pneumonia from winter filming, Brent left the company and was replaced by Edna May Sperl. Four of these 2-reelers survive.

Local writer Holman Day joined the company and provided scenarios based on his popular novels and short stories. About the time the company was set to start filming a feature film, The Rider of the King Log, which was to star Jones and Sperl, Day maneuvered a take-over of the company in 1921 which changed from Edgar Jones Productions to Holman Day productions. Jones, Sperl, Brickert, and Hendricks all departed Augusta. Jones retained a screen credit as producer on the film, which was the first feature film shot in Maine.

In 1922 Jones starred with Sperl in a feature film called Lonesome Corners, which was written, produced, and directed by Jones for Playgoers Pictures and shot in Maine. It proved to be be Jones' last film work. He returned to stage acting and toured the country for many years in his own acting company.

Luigi Faccuito was born on 20 March 1925 in Steubenville, Ohio, USA. He was an actor, known for Nat 'King' Cole and Russ Morgan and His Orchestra (1953). He died on 7 April 2015 in Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA.

Bill Mikita was born on 27 November 1954 in Steubenville, Ohio, USA. He is a writer and producer, known for Brewer's Boys, Chasing 3000 (2010) and Medal of Honor: American Heroes. He has been married to Pattie White Mikita since 25 February 1978. They have four children.

John Vaccaro was born on 6 December 1929 in Steubenville, Ohio, USA. He was an actor, known for Normal Love (1963), No President (1969) and Superstar in a Housedress (2004). He died on 7 August 2016 in Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA.

John Scarne was born on 4 March 1903 in Steubenville, Ohio, USA. He was an actor, known for The Sting (1973), Cheating in Gambling (1949) and The Jack Paar Program (1962). He was married to Steffi Storm. He died on 27 July 1985 in North Bergen, New Jersey, USA.

Effie Afton was born on 28 December 1904 in Steubenville, Ohio, USA. She was an actress, known for Rocky King, Detective (1950), Middle of the Night (1959) and Pretty Boy Floyd (1960). She died on 2 August 1987 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA.

Dana Vance was born on 23 June 1952 in Steubenville, Ohio, USA. She is an actress, known for Terms of Endearment (1983), Law & Order (1990) and Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999).

Greg Critser was born on 18 July 1954 in Steubenville, Ohio, USA. He was a writer, known for Billionaire Boys Club (1987), Prescription Thugs (2015) and The Sunday Programme (1994). He died on 13 January 2018 in California, USA.

Eddie Kazak was born on 18 July 1920 in Steubenville, Ohio, USA. He died on 15 December 1999 in Austin, Texas, USA.

Marty Sammon was born on 30 May 1934 in Steubenville, Ohio, USA. He was an actor, known for Million Dollar Baby (2004), Midnight Caller (1988) and The Greatest Challenge (2004). He died on 14 September 2017 in Santa Clara, California, USA.

Joel Fort was born on 30 September 1929 in Steubenville, Ohio, USA. He was married to Maria Fort. He died on 23 August 2015 in El Cerrito, California, USA.