Colorado Celebrities

Learn how in 2004, Gonzo journalist Hunter S. Thompson teamed up with Bill Murray at the writer’s Colorado home to create what he called, “the first truly violent leisure sport.”

While comedian Ralphie May’s most famous Colorado-centric story took place at Grand Junction’s Avalon Theater, the late funny man also once went on a long rant about how much he disliked Denver International Airport.

A local astronomer is gearing up for a stellar lineup in 2026, bringing the universe a little closer to home for all of us in Colorado.

Before he passed away in 2015, Bam Margera’s uncle Don Vito threw his TV career away after a groping scandal took place in Colorado.

One of the most prominent Colorado politicians, Ben Nighthorse Campbell, recently passed away and left an even more prominent legacy.

With a diverse alumni network making waves across the country, CMU is more than just a university—it’s a launching pad for future stars.

Learn about the dispensary in Leadville, Colorado that recently caught fire and its inspiring origin story.

Colorado’s favorite cartoon, South Park, has had several video game adaptations over the years, one of which the show’s creators disliked immensely.

The late John Fielder, nicknamed “Colorado’s Photographer,” is remembered for his work that brought him to every square mile of the state.

Learn the amazing story of Peggy Coppom, the 101-year-old Colorado college football superfan.