Ellen Burstyn is one of the most famous personalities born in Detroit, being nominated for the Oscars six times and winning the Oscar as well as the BAFTA award in 1975 for her outstanding performance as 'Best Actress in Leading Role' in 'Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore.' Read More..

James Caan, actor, football player for Michigan State University is yet another versatile performer, best known for his role as Santino 'Sonny' Corleone in 1972's The Godfather. He also starred as Paul Sheldon in Stephen King's Misery, 'Big' Ed Deline in the television series Las Vegas, and as Will Ferrell's father in Elf. He made his screen debut as a sailor in Irma la Douce (1963) and began to impress audiences with his work in Red Line 7000 (1965) and the western El Dorado (1966). He is known for his undeniably manly appeal as an actor and his enigmatic personality. Read More..

The famous film star, Tom Cruise, was spotted at the Detroit Lions Game supporting the Redskins team. He attended the game on the 27th of September 2009 at the Fort Field venue, owing to his friendship with Redskins' owner Dan Snyder apparently. Read More..

Detroit is a lively place to be in. Just two days from the previous event, local journalist and novelist Mitch held a charity event at Fox theatre to promote his new book titled 'Have a Little Faith.' Ernie Harwell, R&B singers Anita Baker and Kem, writer Dave Barry and the Detroit Pistons' Joe Dumars also attended the event. Read More..

When it comes to luxury, celebrities don't compromise. The five star hotels steal the show. To name a few, there is the MGM Detroit, The Ritz Carlton Dearborn, The Townsend Hotel and Read More..

Detroit has a number of exotic African American historical sites and landmarks that will help you discover the tremendous impact that it has had in the shaping of African American history. The sites that are often visited by those interested in discovering the place are- First Congregational Church of Detroit, Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, Detroit Institute of Arts, Motown Historical Museum, Cultural Centre and the list could go on endlessly. There's a lot to explore in this city. Read More..

Usually, celebrities prefer to just explore the city life, so catching them on the best cruises or the most picturesque suburbs is not the only way to find them. They could be in the posh areas of the city with grand malls on either side, or enjoying a cup of coffee at one of the best coffee joints there, like Bigby Cofee or Che Cosa. Read More..

Legendary blues musician, John Lee Hooker moved to Detroit from the Mississippi Delta, where he then discovered the Detroit Blues. Read More..