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On this date, April 13, 60 years ago, the very first James Bond novel was published, spurring a franchise that has captured the world with its titular hero who prefers his martinis shaken, not stirred. That book, Ian Fleming's Casino Royale, was first adapted into a TV episode in 1954, then a parody film in 1967, and finally, the 2006 film starring our current Bond, Daniel Craig. Ian Fleming went on to write a total of 12 novels and two short-story collections starring the British spy, and they were all made into Bond films.

Clearly a lot has changed since 1962, when Connery became the first Bond on the big screen in Dr. No and the iconic sexy, suited-up secret agent was born on the big screen. Aside from impeccable dressing and his shaken, not stirred, martini, it's Bond's lady-killer skills that have stood the test of time, even while 007 has been reincarnated over the years by a handful of actors playing the film role to kill for. Let's look back at the best, most innuendo-filled pickup lines from the gun-wielding heartthrob!

Today Claire Danes turns 34! While the birthday girl is all grown up these days as the star of Homeland and wife to hot actor Hugh Dancy, we will always remember Claire as the angsty teen heroine of My So-Called Life, Angela Chase. As one of our favorite '90s starlets, Claire's portrayal of Angela gave us someone we could relate to growing up. She went through the same friend dramas, family conflict, and, of, course, young love ups and downs we faced in those terrible in-between years of high school. So in honor of Claire's birthday, we've got the best love, sex, and dating musings from Angela on My So-Called Life.

Margaret Thatcher, the first, and so far only, female British prime minister, has died. She was 87 and suffered a stroke after being in poor health for years.

Margaret Thatcher came to power in 1979 as an uncompromising conservative. Although she was dubbed it by naysayers, Margaret actually liked her "Iron Lady" nickname. After all, her ironclad strong will, motivation, and toughness helped her achieve her often-controversial accomplishments while in office. Whether it's been in speeches, books, or interviews, the chemist-turned-world leader Margaret was never shy about her personal opinions and political beliefs. Here are some of her most wise words about life, love, and being a powerful woman.

Sunday Mad Men returns, and we've got our cocktails in hand for the much-anticipated season 6 premiere. Don Draper might be the star talent of Sterling Cooper Draper Pryce, but Joan, Peggy, Betty, Trudy, Megan, and the rest of the ladies of the show have always intrigued us. We love their quippy one-liners on life, love, and sex even more than their stylish retro fashions. Check out some of our favorite witty words of wisdom from the women of Mad Men from all the seasons, and let us know what your favorites are in the comments!

What does a modern-day feminist look like? A chart-topping, media-dominating pop star mom who happens to be good friends with America's first family and married to a hip-hop mogul. In other words, Beyoncé, who recently told British Vogue, "I guess I am a modern-day feminist," adding, "I do believe in equality."

While Beyoncé also explained she believes the term "feminist" can be "extreme" and that she's not a big fan of labels, other famous women have been more unabashed about declaring themselves feminists. Zooey Deschanel surprised us with her cover interview for Glamour's February issue. The doe-eyed New Girl star said, "We can't be feminine and be feminists and be successful? I want to be a f*cking feminist and wear a f*cking Peter Pan collar. So f*cking what?"

Keira Knightley also recently used the F word — feminism, that is — in an interview. "I remember doing interviews, and people would ask, as if it was a joke, 'So you mean you are a feminist?'" Keira, 28, recounted to Vogue. "As though feminism couldn't be discussed unless we were making fun of it. I don't want to deny my femininity," she continued, "but would I want to be a stay-at-home mother? No. On the other hand, you should be allowed to do that, as should men, without being sneered at." Keira's statements provide a solid manifesto for modern feminism.

Not all of Beyoncé, Keira, and Zooey's celebrity peers are so eager to call themselves feminists. Lady Gaga infamously said awhile back, "I'm not a feminist. I hail men; I love men," as if loving men and advocating political, social, and economic equality for women were mutually exclusive. But famous feminists do have some company. Read through for quotes from famous women who are proud feminists.

In honor of National Poetry Month, we're taking a look at some of our favorite lines from prominent female poets. Adrienne Rich, who passed away last year, left a strong literary legacy filled with poignant, inspiring verse. From her bold and powerful poetry to the celebrated words of Maya Angelou, here are eight acclaimed passages from the finest female poets.

She may have been a "lady" on Downton Abbey, but Jessica Brown Findlay had a very nonladylike moment in the 2011 film Albatross. It was 23-year-old Jessica's first, and probably last, topless scene in her first starring role before Downton made her famous as the most lovable Crawley sister. On the onscreen nudity, Jessica said it "was naivete and not knowing that I could say no," adding, "It's not something I would do again."

But some stars have no regrets when it comes to stripping for a role. The stars of last year's Magic Mike weren't afraid to expose their thoughts on taking it off on screen. Channing Tatum, Matt Bomer, and Adam Rodriguez got cheeky chatting about their naughty roles, but the faux penises in the stripper flick don't compare to the most-talked-about "member" of recent years, the one belonging to Michael Fassbender in Shame. (Even George Clooney complimented Michael on his package.) We've also seen a new wave of female nudity with Kirsten Dunst, Carey Mulligan, and Elizabeth Olsen going topless in nonsexual ways on screen. So let's hear from the stars themselves on their revealing experiences with nudity: from stripping on screen to naked husbands to leaked nude photos.

Feminist journalist Gloria Steinem turns 79 today, and she's as active as ever when it comes to women's rights. In February, she made an appearance in the MAKERS documentary, and in 2011, HBO released her documentary Gloria: In Her Own Words. The social and political activist has been an icon for women's rights, having been deeply involved in abortion issues, women's equality, and sex education. In honor of her birthday, take a look at some of her most powerful words on womanhood.

Last night was The Bachelor's "Women Tell All" special, and there were "oh, no she didn't" zingers, tearful sentiments, funny one-liners, and shocking confessions aplenty at Sean Lowe's season reunion ahead of the finale next week. I attended the episode's taping recently, making note of my favorite lines from the women, Sean, and, of course, host extraordinaire Chris Harrison. Check out the best lines that were aired — and not aired — in our roundup of the best quotes from the "Women Tell All" episode. And check back for my full recap of what you didn't see on TV!

Elizabeth Taylor's birthday is today, Feb. 27, and the actress would have been 81. Following her passing in 2011, Liz's son Michael Wilding said that his "mother was an extraordinary woman who lived life to the fullest, with great passion, humor, and love."

Liz Taylor's musings on love and life reveal this legacy of passion and humor. To honor the icon, we've gathered some of the most revealing and entertaining quotes from a woman whose affairs and seven husbands captured the attention of Americans for decades. As her son eloquently stated, "Her legacy will never fade, her spirit will always be with us, and her love will live forever in our hearts." Read her quotes now.