Actress Gwyneth Paltrow is best known for films such as Se7en (1995), Emma (1996), and Great Expectations (1998). In 1999, she confirmed her superstar status when she won an Academy Award for her role in the film Shakespeare in Love. Paltrow is also known for her marriage to Chris Martin, the frontman for the British rock group Coldplay. In 2008, Paltrow launched her wellness and lifestyle brand GOOP, which is now worth an estimated $250 million. In April 2015, Paltrow filed for divorce, from Chris Martin, citing irreconcilable differences.


Fact of the Day
The United Arab Emirates has the biggest gender imbalance in the world, with 219 men for every 100 women.

Today in History
February 8, 1922
President Warren G. Harding had a radio installed in the White House.

Today's Birthdays
February 8
1955 - John Grisham
(1968-2010) Gary Coleman
(1931-1955) James Dean