Darlene Hammond Photography

OVER 1,000 CELEBRITIES

DARLENE HAMMOND PHOTOGRAPHY

MARILYN MONROE & ALL THE STARS SECRET PHOTOS FROM THE VAULT

ELENA VON KOHN

MARILYN MONROE & ALL THE STARS SECRET PHOTOS FROM THE VAULT DARLENE HAMMOND PHOTOGRAPHY

BY ELENA VON KOHN

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his book describes the phenomenal

works of an unsung hero, Darlene

Hammond. Darlene Hammond is fondly

remembered as one of the most unique photographers who ever lived. From the 1950s to1980s, she captured the intimate human features, whether still or in motion. Not only did her photography capture the human physical illusions, but also the subtle details like moods and emotions.

It is laughable to think that a person who spent years behind a camera would be so shy when asked to be the subject of a photo.

But that was Darlene. She was so timid that she would even succumb to last-minute second thoughts about submitting her work for publication. She was once heard saying, "Most everything I do doesn't quite make it." She was indeed her own worst critic.

Over several decades, Darlene Hammond created a collection of intriguing and magical images of Hollywood's elite. Hundred thousand negatives, slides, and photographs were discovered hidden in her vault long after she had died. Her superstar subjects included: Marilyn Monroe, Bing Crosby, Clark Gable, Cary Grant, Frank Sinatra, Lana Turner, Lauren Bacall, Esther Williams, Jane Russel, Elizabeth Taylor, Grace Kelly, Lucille Ball, Audrey Hepburn, Ava Gardner, Mickey Rooney, James Dean, Paul Newman, Marlon Brando, Gary Cooper, Dean Martin, Natalie Wood, Robert Wagner, Sammy Davis Jr., Barbra Streisand, Cher, Kirk Douglas, Ann-Margret, Tony Curtis, Bob Hope, Ronald Reagan, John Travolta, Andy Warhol and many many other recognizable names.

This book is a pictorial rediscovery of Darlene's appreciation for her Hollywood idols.

Every stage of each piece's development is captured with her handwriting, adding immense value to the unearthing of this treasure trove of historical imagery.

DARLENE HAMMOND PHOTOGRAPHY

Marilyn Monroe & All The Stars Secret Photos From The Vault

Lauren Bacall, Clifton Webb and Marilyn Monroe

Contents Foreword

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Cleopatra of Hollywood The Princess of Hollywood Funny Lady Lucille Fragile in Hollywood Love Triangles in Hollywood Rebel of Hollywood Leading Men of ‘50s The Most Famous Blue Eyes in Hollywood Hollywood’s Bad Boy Legend of Silver Screen Hollywood Stage

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CHAPTER FIVE

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1960s - 1970s Everlasting Charisma of Hollywood First Douglas of the Cast Bright Life, Sweet Voice Sirenic Diva Century of Hope Elvis in a Skirt Dear Mister President

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INTRODUCTION

The Clock Strikes. XX About the Collection One Day, One Moment in Time Palm Springs Second Home to Hollywood Stars Enigma of Darlene Hammond Home Sweet Home Palm Springs 1950s

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CHAPTER ONE

1930s Untold Story Classics of the Silent Screen Renaissance People of Hollywood From a Model to an Actress

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CHAPTER TWO

1940s Hollywood Leading Man True Hollywood Story The End of 1940s

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CHAPTER THREE

1940s - 1950s The Story Changed Forever The Voice that Comforts Like a Good Friend Movie Singers Glamorous Femme Fatale Hollywood’s Icon Of Cool Hollywood’s Sweetheart Couple

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CHAPTER SEVEN

The Collection List of Celebrities Events and Awards

CHAPTER FOUR

1950s Some Like It Very Hot Hollywood Darling Classic Hollywood

1970s-1980s Emmy for Loni Hollywood Family Man Swaggy in Hollywood 30th Anniversary Golden Globe Awards Bright Flash of Hollywood

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Acknowledgment Credentials

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This book is a Window into the Soul and Life of one of the Greatest Hollywood Photographers.

That Photographer is Darlene Hammond.

Following her artistic journey has been one of the most exciting projects I have ever done!

“ Elena Von Kohn

Foreword

BY ELENA VON KOHN

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only came to learn of Darlene Hammond's photography about a year ago. And I must say, I was caught off-guard. It is a detailed 50-year visual story of Hollywood's life, all summed up in a single portfolio. It covers every dimension of celebrity life in its rawest and unseen form. During my exploration of this collection, I ran into well-known classical photographs whose source initially remained anonymous to me.

Darlene Hammond took amazing pictures as a photo-artist, but other photographers could not capture an image of her. Through her photographs, Darlene took viewers on the journey into the wonderful world belonging to Hollywood’s greatest stars.

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HOW IT ALL BEGAN

INTRODUCTION

Marilyn Monroe

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The clock strikes

Rod Stewart

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THE MOST MYSTICAL OF THE 20TH CENTURY

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he 20th century brought incredible magic to the world via cinematography.

With the advent of silent movies, the rst movie stars were born. And the birthplace of the lm industry was none other than Hollywood, California.

During this era, it was impossible not to become fascinated with celebrities' lives when seeing the fairytale illusion captured on the big screen. Darlene Hammond was one of the many who became obsessed with everything related to these celebrities. And that desire inspired these great pieces that we are now able to share with the world.

Let us embark on the fantastic journey of her life's work.

Natalie Wood & Robert Wagner

Dean Martin & Jane Wyman

Lauren Bacall, Humphrey Bogart and Marilyn Monroe

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About The Collection DARLENE HAMMOND PHOTOGRAPHY

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arlene Hammond began and took her celebrity photography from the early days of the lm industry to its most incredible glory days.

She spotlighted the changing fashions and faces. And she also offered a unique insight into the evolving technology, techniques, and styles of portrait photography from the early cameras to the high-resolution professional DSLRs models used today. It’s

easy to sense Darlene's passion in her uncharacteristic bravery and skills, as she worked tirelessly to nd success; in the then maledominated photography profession.

Ms. Hammond had a sharp eye. Not even the halfbaked technology of her tools could water down her zeal or the quality of her work. In a splitsecond, she could capture a story, not leaving out a single detail. Its

theme, the era within which it was captured, the fashion trends of the time, the mood of the subject, and the event's motive as a whole were all captured in the frame. Every image of Ms. Hammond's collection makes a bold statement about her unique bespoke skill. Though she never got to express her thoughts and attitude towards them, on frame in front of a crowd, she made it clear through her camera lens.

Her work became a new attraction to some of the most prominent mediums of the time.

During her early days of publishing, she found a market in Silver Screen Magazine and Globe.

Later, she attracted more prominent brands such as: Life, People, and The National Enquirer, to name just a few.

Darlene had the honor of covering both public and exclusive private celebrity events. And this inside access created opportunities to capture such notable personal headshots of legendary stars as: Marilyn Monroe, Ronald Reagan, Lauren Bacall, Humphrey Bogart, Frank Sinatra, Grace Kelly, Clark Gable, Elizabeth Taylor, and many others.

“She was often invited to photograph movie stars at private parties and events”

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One Day, One Moment in Time HOW I DISCOVERED DARLENE HAMMOND PHOTOGRAPHY

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y rst encounter with Darlene Hammond's works was overwhelming. From the rst photo, I could recognize her enormous creativity. The images displayed her modes of creation. That was quite a thrill! Even more exciting, her photographs documented a signicant period in the history of Hollywood.

If we credit Darlene as just a creator of celebrity photography, we would be wrong. Darlene truly transformed celebrity photography from merely taking pictures to crafting a unique form of artwork. The lm industry was indeed the perfect platform for her to create her signature style and technique; one that no other could compete with.

Darlene didn’t invent celebrity photography, but she did transform it from an art of observation to an art of participation. Her 28-mm. wideangle lens put her seemingly in the center of the action, surrounded by her subjects and the events. She not only observed or captured their energy, but also participated in it. She was always excited by the World around her. Her images unied with her vision. She turned her subjects’ presence into a mode of performance; her subjects were participants. And all together they were jointly the creation of her pictures, at least to some extent. She would immerse herself among her subjects. She used her unique and extraordinary technique to create a degree of invisibility, but only a degree of it. Darlene created exciting photos by a singular way of handling her camera that would connect in a special way with her subject. Many times, celebrities were not aware of her camera’s presence and did not look into the lens, without interacting or reacting to her. She was, in effect, “surprising” her subjects with the camera catching them as real. Their gaze back was an expression of their surprise — a surprise that was captured on camera. That way Darlene captured all the spectrum of emotions: wondrous, shocking, horrifying, astonishing, and at times, absurd situations in which she would nd them.

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The copious selection of her pictures show she did not separate herself from her work. Darlene’s work depicts the strong presence of both — her passionate energy and personal input. On the other hand, she created an active mode from images that would otherwise appear “still” under normal circumstances. She seemed to angle her camera with a technique that brought life to the subjects of her pictures. Most of this was achieved by making surprise snaps. She wasted not even a fraction of a second tweaking and twiddling the camera's rings to compose her images. When she ung her Leica camera to her eye, she didn't study framing through the lens. She made a spontaneous move to capture that instant in time. In fact, thanks to photographer Jean-Luc Godard, there is a name for it; "the denitive by chance." It is now common knowledge, that surprise snaps turn out the most appealing.

Well, it seems Darlene was living and creating way ahead of her time! Some of the most fascinating images in her collection were those of her subject's last minute reactions to her intent. The images' activeness also reects both her surprise and fascination in the circumstances she found her subjects to be in. The fun range of emotions! From jolliness, shock, confusion, indifference, attraction, excitement, horror, and disappointment, she somehow got all of it! In summary, the aesthetic factor that other photographers many times struggled to capture due to their brief preparation and brief engagement with their subject, was masterfully included in Darlene's spontaneous shots.

Darlene shot a wealth of images. Her lifetime collection adds up to an estimated more than a million pieces. At the time her portfolio was discovered, over three thousand rolls of lm negatives were processed. But not to completion. Another fty-ve hundred remained undeveloped. She died without ever seeing a quarter-million pieces of her work.

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adly, that equates to nearly a quarter of her entire life's work that she never completed, as she always said: “they were not to her satisfaction.”

Darlene's interest in photography began in 1946, during her high school years. In less than six weeks, she learned all that she needed to enter the eld of photography. Later, she ventured into the world of celebrities, indiscriminately capturing everything, everyone, and every event that mattered in the last half of the 20th century.

She illuminated the world of journalistic photography in the Golden Age, when publications like “Look” and “Life,” commanded a massive audience of literature fanatics. Her unique approach set her apart from other signicant photography gurus such as; Robert Capa, Margaret Bourke-White, Gordon Parks, and Henri Cartier-Bresson.

Darlene's career breakthrough came when she met the world-renowned Hollywood goddess named Marilyn Monroe.

Marilyn was a headliner for most of her celebrity life. Her controversial conduct attracted a ock of curious photographers, reporters, and press agents, who followed her every step for nearly two decades. It appears nowadays, that the public attention she drew, was all deliberate.

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Marilyn actively sought after the press carefully, knowing they were very relevant in her career and the media. Such drama involved her romantic escapades with baseball legend Joe DiMaggio and the playwrighter Arthur Miller. She became a daily feature for newspapers, magazines, and wire services. New images of this radiant star were guaranteed to boost sales.

Darlene met Marilyn Monroe in Palm Springs. They instantly connected and became long-time friends. Thanks to Marilyn's massive fan base, capturing the escapades of her dramatic life, catapulted Darlene's career and the demand for her work.

This collection reveals the unseen troves of photographs, archives of negatives and slides, plus an unprecedented array of press photos from all of Darlene's career, including hundreds and thousands of unpublished and rare photographs. The images were often uncropped and unretouched outtakes with handwritten notations, period captions, clippings, and more.

This portfolio of images offers a fresh, enduring look at one of the most intriguing movie icons in Hollywood history and illustrate the special alliance Darlene created and shared with celebrities.

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shine for her prolic skill, but also for her gender identity. Being a credible female photographer fascinated the masses and earned her the title "woman photographer." However, that title did not sit well with her. She simply wanted to be recognized as a professional photographer.

Truly Darlene's mystic shots of Marilyn's bespoke beauty, would manifest.

Marilyn Monroe

Marilyn Monroe

Darlene’s photographs are sophisticated. They gave a chance for viewers to observe daily life that demonstrated her mastery of the 35-millimeter camera. She often said, “I am curious to see what the world looks like in photographs.”

Although Darlene’s approach was very spontaneous, her way of employing the acuity techniques, was a serious innovation, and later was copied in the works of many contemporary photographers.

Darlene crystallized iconic moments. One of her shots from the famous movie “How to Marry a Millionaire” included the most memorable moment of all time; Monroe sitting at the table with Lauren Bacall and Humphrey Bogart. Marilyn’s head threw back in laughter, while she was sharing a meal with her co-stars friends.

In every shot, Monroe is glamorous, with her signature curled hair, lined eyelids, and a glittering dress, but her gaze reveals untold sorrow. The two women worked together on multiple occasions, from the early 1950s. Darlene captured Marilyn's teasing and carefree persona, creating a unique glimpse of the star. Her famous but anonymous images of Marilyn have cemented themselves in pop culture. It is also a little known fact that Darlene tastefully shot Marilyn's rst nude photographs.

By the mid-1950s, Darlene was working full time as a freelance photographer. The photographs she captured often memorialized the elegance and sophistication of the modern woman — young, lively, carefree, and seductive. Darlene shot the most exquisite portraits of Sophia Loren, Eva Garbo, Joan Crawford, and many other famous female personalities of her time.

Hollywood icons account for the large portion of Darlene’s portfolio. These photographs tend to focus on the beautiful faces, that drew the interest of tens of thousands of movie fans from around the world. The perfection in portraits done during the Silent Era, still sets the gold standard.

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The long list of stars to grace

“That instant recognition is what makes her photography so iconic” tained complete professionalism while working with her larger that life subjects.

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his collection of Darlene Hammond’s photography is one of the world's largest private collections of Hollywood memorabilia with a variety of original negatives, slides, and photographs from the 1930s to the 1980s. This collection showcases the museumquality work from possibly the greatest photographer of Hollywood's Golden Era. Darlene Hammond created this stunning portfolio of images that showcases the richest, clearest, most brilliant, and historically important photography stock in Hollywood History. She gained the trust of celebrities that allowed her to capture special and intimate moments.

This strategy helped her to develop a unique understanding of Marilyn Monroe whom Darlene met in 1952. Since that time, Marilyn captured her eye, and Darlene took many photos of her. The most memorable images of Monroe she took on the set during the making of the movie “How to Marry a Millionaire.”

“If a photographer cares about the people before the lens and is compassionate, much is given. It is the photographer, not the camera, that is the instrument” 19

Palm Springs Second Home to Hollywood Stars

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sa Zsa Gabor's marvelous house lies elegantly on a 1,784-square-foot sandy plain, overlooking wading dunes of Palm Springs. Over six decades ago, Gabor enjoyed a ne breeze sweeping across the dunes of Palm Springs, through her vintage framed windows, to calm her nerves. To today’s date, her presence still sparks! Thanks to Gabor's humorous declaration, "I am a marvelous house-keeper.

Every time I leave a man, I keep his house," we now have a clue on how this fancy property ended up in her hands. Interested onlookers can not seem to get over the vintage-contemporary fusion it manifests.

The cozy interiors are arranged in good proportion while maintaining the vintage feel. The glass sliding doors lead to a fresh outdoor, which draws you to a crystal-clean pool.

Sza Sza Gabor’s house

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uzanne Somers and Alan Hamel were a celebrity duo. Together they have enjoyed the best of off-screen life in their multi-roomed mansion, located in The Mesa neighborhood. For decades, inter-connected villas (fondly named Les Baux de Palm Springs) have seen and have made many delightful memories with their celebrity friends and family.

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lark Gable used to say “If it's not extraordinary, it's not designed.”

No one knows who between Gable and his wife Carol settled on the color shade of their Spanish colonial, but it sure broke the norm, and in a pretty way.

After serving as a vacation home for Gable for many years, his house changed hands many times among elite clients — a descendant of the legendary Kirk Douglas is its current occupant. His name is Joel Douglas, who is now ready to sell it to its next lucky owner. The interior depicts Hollywood's glory and drama in equal measures. The seamless ttings in every room haven't lost the mid-century feel one bit.

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Frank Sinatra ’s house

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rank Sinatra wanted to make a conspicuous statement of a milestone he had just made in his career — a long-term gig with MGM. His next big move was to buy a family getaway space, away from the chaotic life of Las Vegas. Sinatra had his idea of a dream home all planned out. And one summer, he made a spontaneous pick upon his arrival to Palm Springs. He decided to build a Georgian-style house. But an architect, E. Stewart Williams that had been in his company, would burst his bubble. According to Williams, Sinatra's ambitious choice of design did not suit a desert atmosphere. Roger Williams managed to woo Sinatra to an alternative desert house. Sinatra was very excited about his soonto-be investment. He made a hasty decision of having the house completed by and for the following Christmas festivities, just a few months away.

To Sinatra's delight, the construction team made it happen, but not without serious burnout. Sinatra soon moved in with his family. The space was too enormous to host simple domestic affairs. Sinatra opened his door to his celebrity connections to grace his paradise with jolly parties and cocktail moments. Settlement in Pa l m S p r i n g s b e c a m e a pacesetter for other Hollywood newsmakers. More investors began to trickle in to have a share

of the desert's tranquility.

Sinatra's life away from the camera would, however, run him into a dramatic phase. His rising celebrity status, vibrant Hollywood beauties, were always on display, and Sinatra could not look at them with open eyes.

Consequently, his marriage with his long time darling, Nancy, could not survive the betrayal.

Nancy walked away from Sinatra in 1948. Next Queen of the Palace in line was Ava Gardner.

He must have thanked his gods for his new hideout from the looming eye of the media.

Gardner was not going to have it easy with Sinatra either.

Sinatra was a typical drama King with a violent spirit. Gardner had her fair share of gross episodes with Sinatra. Sinatra was overly wary of who he let in his palatial sanctuary. Only stars of a like caliber would gain entry. However, a moment of gratitude from Sinatra to the cast would have him lend his space for a movie scene shoot for “The Damned Don't Cry.” The movie coverage was only limited to the outdoors of his Twin Palm Estate. Darlene Hammond also enjoyed capturing the hidden lavish treasures in the Twin Palm Estate, creating a number of notable shots.

Sinatra still maintained an active career during 1950s.

One of the most memorable lms featured Sinatra as a supporting actor, after purchasing his desert mansion, was "From Here to Eternity," this role earned him an Oscar.

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lizabeth Taylor was a lm veteran that had survived through the major lms revolution eras, an all-time lm icon.

Portraits, which were created in very contemporary technique hung on the wall to complement the historic atmosphere of the space. One by Andy Warhol was a portrait of Elizabeth. Taylor was one of the few art lovers who appreciated the unique masterpiece by hanging it in her main room. Her former mansion is situated at Las Palmas.

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“Taylor was one of the few art lovers who appreciated the expensive Andy Warhol’s masterpiece”

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Lucille Ball’s house

ucille Ball and Desi Arnaz were an enviable duo of their time. After years of entertaining the hungry audience, a desert oasis was all they needed to unwind. They joined the long queue trying to secure all the exotic spices of the Palm Springs area and lifestyle.

Desi and Lucille simultaneously agreed to go for the massive mansion. It hosted sixbedrooms. They moved during 1954. There, they lived a low-key harmonious life. Most of their guests were people within their

career and family circle. In the house, between the living room and the dining room is a glass boundary, which factors out the solid illusion of complete separation of two connected rooms. It is a unique element of sophistication.

Also, glass ttings let in the natural light, tend to bring a spectacular effect when the sun touched on the classical furniture, blending up the two generations represented by each style.

Ball indeed had wonderful good taste.

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ing Crosby’s house had a kind of setting that would complete a nice view of the mountains and the Coachella Valley. Nothing but loud class and elegance. Wellmaintained grounds that had once been stepped on by shiny shoes of star power, paved the way for a presidential entourage and fanned by mini-ags of the U.S.A, featured traditional ne details of traditional homes in The Thunderbird Heights neighborhood. Bing Crosby had one of the most exclusive tastes in Hollywood. His house was decorated with ne art pieces, intricate doors, and windows framing, large spaces, and plain cool colors.

There was never a boring moment at Crosby's. A theater with well-updated content is perhaps the greatest highlight of the interior. It's a constant reminder of the iconic man that once graced the house with his presence. The Master bedroom has been deliberately positioned closer to the pool with large doors, for easier access to the house's Master, as well as a mesmerizing view.

The semi-attached guest wing (casita) is designed as an almost independent house, with exit and entrance doors, a kitchenette, a replace, bedrooms, and bathrooms in pairs. Signicant Hollywood veterans have spent a night or two there. Outside there is 26

a palatial, dive into, wellmaintained pool, which connects to the spa where guests could enjoy therapeutical sessions.

The outdoor area features an outdoor built-in barbeque. This space has a dining setting area as well. The house was a perfect Entertainment Central.

Bing Crosby’s house

Cary Grant’s house

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ary Grant was a sweetheart of many in America and beyond, for his captivating presence on stage. Inside of his 6000-square foot Las Palomas home is a rich archive of Hollywood memories.

T h e n a m e " L a s Pa l o m a s " describes a farmhouse, designed in Spanish themed architecture.

John Byers was the architect behind its creation. Grant moved there in 1954. His residence is situated in the middle of the Movie Colony neighborhood, and has many stories to tell.

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ebbie Reynolds, unlike her colleagues in the industry, sought after a totally different house in Palm Springs and for a whole different purpose. Her mother planned to occupy one of the sides of the house. Also, it became a holiday get-away for her daughter and her brother.

This house also was known as a Party House.

Debbie Reynolds’s house

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ob Hope was a very funny man in the lm industry. He would tell jokes about just anything. His fascination with life in Palm Springs got him joining the long list of eminent stars that were already enjoying the quiet. In his usual playful tone, he was also making all important decisions. He purchased an incredible house in distinctive Spanish style, simple and intimate. Hope and his wife, Dolores, named it “the Honeymoon cottage.”

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Dean Martin’s house

ean Martin's house was a wellthought-out personalized work of family architectural wizards, George and Robert Alexander, and was the perfect home for a family man, party lover, a Hollywood hitmaker, a media personality, and a revolutionary member of the legendary Rat Pack. Dean Martin himself did a comprehensive property survey before settling for a spectacular design well captured by the family designer rm. He moved to Palm Springs when his close friends had already started settling down there. He named his home, Dino's Den. One of the most attractive features housed in the Dino's Dean Garden is: a state of the art spa. A spa is what every icon of any industry needed. It's grand illusion of a huge vertical space between the ceiling and the oor is all thanks to the glass sliding walls that go all the way up the ceiling. A quiet stroll through the lush lawn and along the linear palms on the sides of rock pavements is tranquil and relaxing.

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ony Curtis and Janet Leigh were the stars of Some like It Hot, and Psycho, respectively. The two had raised a picture-perfect family of four, which they nurtured under Camp Curtis's roof, a name they had created for their state of the art home in Palm Springs. The name suggested an expression of their contentment in its seamless appeal. It indeed was. The home was one of architect Roy Fey's proud projects of the 1960s. Even after surviving the scorching sun of the Palm Spring desert for many decades, the ve bedroomed house is still magnicent, even today!

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“She got carried away by the attention she attracted and ended up giving in to the roller coaster life”

arilyn Monroe was surely a Palm Springs's darling. Among many other tributes accredited to her, "sex symbol" would stand out. But the reasons were evident. That identity alone was enough to attract a chain of lustful men who were willing to swim through the deepest of waters and or climb the highest of mountains, to be in her company. Seemingly, she got carried away by the attention she attracted and ended up giving in to the roller coaster life. It was typical behavior of Hollywood beauties anyway. Surprisingly though, she tried (several times) to settle for marriage. Still, as is the case of many celebrities, their dramatic and unique lives would stand in the way of a stable relationship.

Palm Springs to a signicant degree is a monument to Hollywood. Male and female history makers, record-breakers, and headliners had, in one way or another, stamped their presence in Palm Springs Suburbs.

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For some, it was an easy way to get a career deals, for others a get-away, and others relief from long, cumbersome hours of shoots.

Palm Springs became Marilyn’s favorite place of rendezvous. Its coziness, coupled with serene privacy, has also attracted other major Hollywood stars.

Marilyn lived at a time when the population of Hollywood had ballooned into a large moneymaking and high-end community.

Most Hollywood stars had succeeded and triumphed through the tides of the industry and its money-making mood. Talented, young, beautiful, and energetic, Marilyn made sure to explore all of it as well.

Marilyn would soon join these Hollywood circles, and already, at quite a young age was making multi-millions of dollars enabling her to buy a home of her own.

Frank Sinatra ’s house: 1145 E Vía Colusa, Palm Springs, CA 92262

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I n t e r e s t i n g l y, a n d unknown to her fans, her impactful performances would come after a short episode of severe panic attacks. That was typical of artists that had grown up with little or no moral support during their childhood. Marilyn was one of them. Unfortunately, she did not live to celebrate her fourth decade on earth. Hollywood and the world at large one day woke up to the devastating news of her demise after she was found lying lifeless in her home in Los Angeles, with empty bottles of sleeping pills on her night stand.

There have since been numerous speculations over the cause of her death, but none has been conrmed.

The famous tearful song "A candle in the wind" was written in Marilyn’s honor by Bernie Taupin and Elton John. She was 36 at the time of her death.

Her light still lingers and is Today Enjoying A Tremendous Resurgence of popularity.

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Enigma of Darlene Hammond HOLLYWOOD PHOTOGRAPHER TO THE STARS

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arlene Hammond, born Darlene Paula Sams, spent most of her life working to avoid being captured on camera. In her teens, she lived at 214 O’Banion Street in Loveland, Ohio, and graduated from Loveland High in 1950. Her love of reading fueled her passion for collecting books throughout her life. And her air for creativity inspired her to produce gorgeous watercolor renderings of owers, as well as to participate in school song and dance programs. Her design talent also secured her a position as a yearbook advisor for the Lohian High school.

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On our tour this morning as we leave the school bus, we immediately go to American History. When the bell rings we go to the aeronautics class. Next on our agenda is the commercial classes in room 202. About 12:15 we are beginning to get hungry, so we join the lunch line. After eating, we enjoy an instrumental game in the gym. Our rest period over, we visit the Industrial Arts class. We then try our luck at Latin. Last but not least on our little visit is a tour of the Chemistry class.

From Darlene Hammond’s Yearbook

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Darlene’s classmates

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Darlene Hammond’s High School Diploma

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Page from Darlene’s Yearbook, 1950

Palm Springs 1950s.

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arlene was continuing to apply her creativity and networking skills after graduation, she moved to Palm Desert, California, where her photography evolved from a favorite hobby to a very lucrative career. Darlene is most famous for photographing Marilyn Monroe, and she was the rst to photograph her in the nude. That stroke of good fortune was made possible thanks to Darlene’s best friend and neighbor in Palm Desert, the beloved Zsa Zsa Gabor. Years later, while residing in California, Ms. Hammond became close friends with the well-known actress, author, singer, businesswoman, and health spokesperson, Suzanne Sommers.

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One lifetime is not enough

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CHAPTER ONE

1930s

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he 1930-1940s, otherwise known as The Golden Age, was a busy decade of theatrics Worldwide. Movie

Technicians struggle to make out images from light

and shades, the technical teams working around the clock to ensure they capture the idea of an industry committed to entertainment. First came the ice breaker that was the introduction of sound. That was quite a relief to the audience that could hardly enjoy a relaxed show, as they tried to follow through.

Although to be a part of Hollywood in the 1930s was way before Darlene's time, as she was only a teenager.

Darlene started to collect photos of Movie Stars, not knowing that just a decade later she would meet many of them, with some becoming friends and would collect even more photos,

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he second revolutionary factor introduced was: color. That was quite a treat to the eye. This step was attracting more viewers, which meant a larger market and more job opportunities for lm personalities. The end of the silent era, however, was not without a couple of casualties. It meant a dead-end for lm artists like John Gilbert and Vilma Banky, who had become too accustomed to the old approach.

World War I was also at its peak. Major arm-breaking issues and problems like economic breakdowns were felt in every possible sector, and the Film Industry was not an exception.

That slowed down the transition of the Silent era to the Golden era.

The avor in the ritualistic style

that characterized the silent era was also lost in the transition.

However, for the most part, the Golden era was received well.

Jean Harlow and Howard Hughes’ were the rst actors to seize the opportunity of making history appearing in works produced during this era. It was in 1931. Color evolution underwent several re-revolution stages — rst, the rst one-color, twocolor, then three-full-color pigment cameras. Only the big studios were able to adopt this style as fast as it came. Such S t u d i o s i n c l u d e d Wa r n e r Brothers, 20th Century Fox, Paramount, RKO Radio, and MGM. Thomas Edison was born on February 11, 1847, in Milan, Ohio. He made many inventions

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in various elds, including electric power generation, mass communication, sound recording, and motion pictures. Thomas Edison's hand-tinted Short Annabel Buttery Dance was one of the rst “color” lms: released in the 1930s.

Originally, Annabelle Buttery Dance was an 1894 short lm. In this lm, Annabelle performs one of her popular dances while wearing a buttery costume. Other lms such as "The Toll of the Sea" were among the rst two-colored feature. It was not until 1932 that a new three-colored camera was developed and ushered in the true full-colored Technicolor.

Norma Shearer was born on August 10, 1902, in Montreal, Canada. She became an iconic gure on the Silver Screen from 1919 to 1942. She celebrated a “feminist power” and was called “The exemplar of sophistication.”

Shearer was the rst person to be nominated ve times for an Academy Award for acting, winning the Best Actress for her performance in “The Divorcee” in 1930.

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Untold Story BETTE DAVIS (1908 — 1989)

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n 1908, the Universe added a creative gem to the community of theater veterans. Bette Davis was the new baby. She was born and raised in Lowell, Massachusetts. For the most part of her childhood, her mother and sister were the only family she knew. Her parents got divorced when she and her sister were still very young. It was at Cushing Academy, her rst childhood school, that her passion for art and performance was born.

Destiny would land her in New York, while she was still in her early twenties. Like most beginners, she would have to go through a trial phase. True to her inside, she shone through to earning a contract with Hollywood’s Universal Pictures.

Her rst lm was “Bad Sister” (1931), where she featured in minor roles. Her rising lmography prole kept attracting other renowned producers in Hollywood like Warner Brothers, who signed her in 1932.

In a temporary sub c o n t r a c t b e t w e e n Wa r n e r Brothers and RKO Pictures, Davis was assigned a role in the famous small movie “Of Human Bondage,” 1934, courtesy of RKO Pictures. The movie turned out to be a blockbuster. It earned her an Academy Award Nomination. That was just the beginning. Her trophy cabinet welcomed her rst Academy Award in 1935.

Going by the trend in her character prole, she seemed to t well in the role of a wicked persona. She projected the storyline ideas so well.

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Bette Davis

Times change, and so do people. She suffered a suspension after having a bitter standoff with Warner Brothers, for turning down a job. The discord between her and her long-time producers ended up in court. Later she became totally absorbed into the Hollywood Industry with all new contracts. This was quite an upgrade. Her working terms this time were much more convenient.

Davis once confessed her displeasure with roles casting inexibility in her former studio.

She had all along swept it under the carpet until she spilled it all in one of her shows.

Many more success stories followed. One of such landed her an Oscar Award after an exceptional performance in the Jezebel lm. This milestone led to more glorious wins and awards.

But just like a ower blooms for sometime before fading, age and poor health caught up with her.

But that would not stop her star from shining. She won her nal award, posthumously, on 6th October 1989, shortly after she passed.

Today, she is remembered by the success of a fairly recent popular song, “Betty Davis Eyes.”

“I don’t want to be told what to do”

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Classics of the Silent Screen MAE MURRAY (1885 — 1965) PAULINE FREDERICK (1883 – 1938)

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ae Murray was a master of the beat, a natural tallent, that was discovered when she was only a teenager. She grew up during the Silent era. She came from an immigrant family. In a strong partnership with then veteran ballroom dancer Vernon Castle, she rst took her town by storm when she performed in a Broadway show, “About Town.”

Murray was not limited just to the theater, she expanded her performances to big clubs, especially in Paris. The party animals of the time could not get enough of her hypnotizing smooth moves. She would perform with her back up team that included; C l i f t o n We b b , R u d o l p h Valentino, and John Gilbert. In a quick sequential turn of events, Murray was featured in popular lms such as “To Have and to Hold” (1916), that performance led her to become one of the main stars of MGM. In two of her lms, a superstar lm icon, Valentino, played one of the main roles.

Murray’s romantic relations were rocky.

She married and divorced, not once or twice, but four times. Her second husband Robert Z. Leonard, however, made a notable contribution to her career life. He was responsible for the authoring and production of most of her musicdominated lms. The Merry Widow (1925), opposite to John Gilbert, crowned all other lm work she had done.

The Golden Era, however, came with its shade of misfortune to those who had planted rm roots in the theater arena. Murray was such a victim. In her rst attempt to change, she acted in “Pavlinskaya Alley,” doing miserable. That acted as the last nail to the cofn. Besides, the sound advent had found her in her forties, old enough to not be considered for good roles in her career. The actual blow hit her after Prince David, her fourth husband. David was quite a destructive person. Not only did he interfere negatively in Murray’s business, but also her career. He forced Murray’s resignation from MGM.

Murray found herself in the middle of an ugly child custody dispute. She lost. Things continued to get rockier; as she suffered through a bankruptcy.

She decided to reside in the Motion Picture Country House in Woodland Hills, California. Amid her troubles, she wrote her autobiography, which she named, “The Self-Enchanted” (1959).

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he intriguing soprano tone b e l o n g i n g t o Pa u l i n e Frederick was warm and natural and originated in Boston, Massachusetts. Her talent was manifested in her great interest in show business, from a tender young age and throughout her childhood.

Pauline could act too. She quickly got herself acquainted with the industry under close guidance from her manager, Benjamin Teal.

Her popularity ballooned quickly along the East Coast, as she did one “hit performance” after another.

Some of her highlights were her starring in major biblical story projects such as “Samson” and “Joseph and His Brothers.” Before long, she was invited to star in topquality productions. Her status became a magnet to other productions that were competing for an edge in the industry. The newly sprouted lm colony of New York reacted positively to her spark, and that is how she graduated to the status of a rened

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lm studio actress. The “Emerald City” (1915) marked her rst lm on the screen, and it turned out to be a success. Pauline was out of the gate and running. In quick succession, “Belladonna” and “Lydia Gilmore” lms added to the list of her highly rated works.

Pauline continued to dominate in multiple high-quality motion pictures. In 1918 she was at the peak of her career when she wowed her fans in the movies of

“Fedora,” “La Tosca” and “Resurrection.” In 1920, the most memorable performance of all would be in “Madame X,” where she cast as Jacqueline.

In an unexpected twist of events, Pauline began to trace back her steps to the stage performance. Work awaited. She was invited back in by Samuel Goldwyn. On and off, she appeared on stage in New York.

Her wealth of experience in lm

arenas made her t with ease. It was clear that she was gradually resigning from the lm spotlight when she decided to move back to her California home. Even so, success was still clinging tightly on her. She starred in several other high-prole movies. The movie, “Thank you, Mr. Moto,” concluded her career. She had to drop out because of her limiting asthmatic condition, which would later cause her death in 1938.

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Renaissance People of Hollywood DOUGLAS FAIRBANKS JR. (1883 — 1930) LILA LEE (1905 – 1973) ROBERT HOUSE PETERS, SR. (1880 – 1967) MARLENE DIETRICH (1901 – 1992)

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ouglas Fairbanks was b o r n i n D e n v e r, Colorado. Fairbanks had an interesting history. He was a child of a multicultural family.

His second name was not his original last name. After the divorce of his parents, his mother was quick to change Douglas’ surname to Fairbanks. This was a move meant to conceal his

paternal Jewish identity. His parents divorced when he was only ve years old. Fairbanks was overly passionate about theatrics.

He had been keenly following stage plays until he was 12 years old when he started in the amateur theater, along with his studies. He went to Denver East High School, and later in his life, to Harward.

Fairbanks was incredibly ambitious. After his school life, he secured two jobs in the entrepreneurial eld. Not wanting to lose grip of his original craft, he made his Broadway debut in 1902, soon after, he got married and quit the theatre.

But as destiny would have it, his father-in-laws’ bankruptcy pushed him into the revival of his interest in theatre performance.

He headed back to Hollywood in 1915; but, this time to set-up his own production company. During his venture, he fell for a woman, her name was Mary Pickfair. The couple would later form United Artists in 1919.

Unfortunately, the ame between these two faded away in the ’30s, eventually leading to divorce. A few months after his divorce, he had remarried and Douglas Fairbanks exited the public limelight.

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he childhood name that Lila Lee went by was no stranger to stage performances when she was rst brought to Hollywood by Jesse L. Laski. She grew up taking roles in childhood plays. Jesse L. Laski mentored her through to her debut role in “Cruise of Pretense” (1918), followed by “A Man

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and a Woman” (1919). She was assigned light roles in both plays probably because she was still not very experienced. Nevertheless, her charming presence seemed to earn her favor among her producers. She was featured in the “Blood and Sand'' (1922) with Rudolf Valentino, “Another Man’s Wife” (1924), “Midnight Girl” (1925), “Love, Live and Laugh” ( 1929) in the role of Margharita and “The Unholy Three” (1930) with Lon Cheney.

Later, a harsh turn of events would push her off the edge. This had a lot to do with her dwindling reputation amongst the audience.

About two decades down the line, she would resurface briey, but her popularity was very weak. She took her last bow after a not-so-popular “Cotton Picker'' that ran in 1967.

H o w e v e r, J a m e s “Lila was given Kirkwood Jr., her son, the nickname of would redeem the "Cuddles," a name creative ame of his that she would be family. It was his hit, known by for t h e r e m a k e the rest of her composition of the acting career” play “P. S. Your Cat is Dead” and the musical “Choir Line” that rekindled the light of his mother, Lila. She died of a stroke in 1973.

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obert House Peters was a native of Bristol in England. Unlike many legends of arts and performances, he started as a stage worker doing the handy work for the sets. Later he took a signicant career shift that landed him on a theatre stage.

He worked under the experienced hands of Jesse L. Lasky, who went on to hire him. He caught up quickly as his popularity in the art would blossom. Not much is known of his theatrical life. In an interesting coincidence, his son, House Peters Jr., also became an actor. The two were featured in the same lm, “The Old West” (1952). A once-in-a-lifetime occurrence.

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arlene Dietrich had an allure that made people turn a second time to look at her eyes. In fact, her colleagues at school referred to her with two words, “sleepy eyes.” However, her father, who was a police lieutenant at the time, did not take it so well. His police lieutenant occupational attitude, coupled with parental overprotectiveness, made several interested fellows lose their jobs.

“They were lucky it was their jobs they lost and not their teeth,” he would say.

Beauty was not her only hook; she was a gifted singer and actor. By the 1920s, the audience was already receiving the best of Marlene’s entertainment prowess.

Marlene owes her rst experience in show business to the cabaret stage in Germany. She began small, rst as an extra in the movies; then a stage singer. Her audience in the cabaret received her well. She fell in love with Rudolf Sieber in 1924, to whom she married soon after.

The couple separated after ve years of a rocky marriage. They never divorced. She was determined to y high with her legacy. In every silent lm that she was assigned to a role, she took it in a way like there was never going to be another chance. She attracted more and more fans and roles. “The Blue Angel” lm was redeemed to be quite a hit after she starred in a singing role. This was all thanks to Joseph von Sternberg, who was able to spot and swiftly tap into her vocal treasure during a Berlin performance. It seems that Sternberg was impressed by more than her eyes.

The two later grew into lovers. There was more for Marlene. As a way of both appreciation and adoration, Sternberg led her into a more promising production space, where she ascended immediately as a premium actress, earning the most handsome packages. This was in Hollywood. Her rst lm there was “The World in Morocco”, featured in 1930. Marlene’s career then began to head south, after failing in multiple subsequent roles. She left for her homeland. In a trying moment, the green light shined on her forming another “Once a woman potentially lucrative has forgiven her man, alliance. She starred she must not reheat in conjunction with his sins for breakfast.”

James Stuart and it was a success. The lm, which was named “Driving Home Again”, was produced in 1939. Her next era of fame came with her change of citizenship to the U.S.A. She transferred all her energy to singing, which carried her to all the hot spots of the U.S. However, off the stage, Marlene lived as a loner. She sang and drank in equal measure. Her toxic habits seemed to have pushed her away from her close associates.

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From a Model to an Actress ELLEN DREW (1915 — 2003)

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llen Drew’s story was one lled with many unpredictable turns in the road. Underneath her striking physical appearance was a journey unknown to many. Born in Missouri in 1915. Her birth name was Esther Loretta Ray. She braved a tough, busy life as her family’s breadwinner. Thanks to her beauty, she participated in beauty pageants, where she won a couple of trophies. She was also a

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singing bird. One thing would lead to another, and in 1936, she was signed by Paramount Studios in Hollywood.

A role in the Bing Crosby musical “Sing” opened plenty of other opportunities in high proled shows such as “Women Without Names” (1940) and “You Sinners” (1938), “Buck Benny Rides Again” (1940).

Luck followed her through, perhaps because of her modesty.

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CHAPTER TWO

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he lm industry had been struggling to survive through the social and economical debris left behind by the ugly warfare called World War II. The distraction of Pearl Harbor stirred even more tension. The foreign investors into the lm industries had withdrawn almost completely due to the uncertainties that came with the War. But as timely as it could get, the Golden Era in the lm industry brought a miraculous twist that worked well to salvage the situation.

The lm industry had greatly evolved between 19431946. Sound, light and the mobility factor of images made it much more easy to broadcast lm content.

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he survival battle for the film industry did not end there. Lawsuits were hanging

around the necks of the film industries; the content and roles assignment was under

constant scrutiny by the state. With all those conditions suffocating the film industry,

studios resulted in partnering with Television as their broadcasting agents.

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arious production houses tried to keep with the then trending state of affairs, to maintain relevance in the industry.

One such movie was “Casablanca.”

It was a love story between Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman, whose union suffered a heart-breaking separation because of WWII. The symbolism featured through the whole lm, and played to several agendas. For instance, Bogart’s character’s famous line “I stick my neck out for nobody,” symbolized America’s unbiased stand in The War. The brain behind “Casablanca” was industry veteran Humphrey Bogart, famous for Black and White lms of the ‘40s, such as “The Wizard.” The production of these lms led to the demand for Technicolor. However, WWII limited the production capacity to studios due to television’s weak nancial muscles at the time.

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B Hollywood Leading Man BING CROSBY (1903 — 1977)

ing Crosby, a renowned vocalist, saw a need in the entertaining industry and found a solution for it. Perturbed by singers’ throatcracking experience during their live performance, he brought forth a singing approach called “crooning style.” Crooning style

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sure was a game - changer.

Recreating the sing approach into a sort of projecting a smooth wellharmonized audio appeal.

Crosby was a master of Christmas Carols. It is difcult to exempt Crosby’s image from a sentence bearing “White Christmas” and “Merrie Olde”.

Heaven.” He would use the media tools The two seasonal musical he had to reach out to the forces of war, masterpieces were both written by Crosby. through hearty performances and TV In 1977, “Merrie Olde” was picked for a broadcasts that carried a message of hope. ner Carol production with a boost He was so passionate about his harmonic tone from Davie Bowie. Crosby humanitarian cause; to the extent, he also did other important activities in the even took the initiative music industry that “Crosby wasn't just to learn German. His impacted aspects of any old amateur player; highlight moment in many people’s lives. he was serious about the lm industry was He was advocating for his game and whittled actor’s rights for years. his handicap down to two when he won an Oscar after his role in the Crosby was a while playing in both the peaceful activist. From British and U.S. Amateur” f a m o u s m o v i e “Country Girl” in time to time, he would 1950. step out of his musical bubble to show his solidarity, especially with the Black When Crosby was away from Community. He took Hollywood by cameras, he was doing his business surprise when he began an adamant investments. The AT&T Pebble Beach campaign for the acceptance of Louis Pro-Am Annual Golf Tournament was his Armstrong for the movie “Pennies From initiative.

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Clark Gable with Stars

True Hollywood Story CLARK GABLE (1901 — 1960)

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glamour weakened his marital bonds.

He was involved in ve unsuccessful marriages. “The Bird of Paradise” struck an instant acting desire in him, and at the age of 17, he had made up his mind to follow his guts. He was lucky to land in Clark Gable & Grace Kelly the good hands of a diligent manager and coach, Josephine Dillon. here is a laughable saga Dillon seemed to have a soft spot around Clark Gable’s for Clark. She ensured that birth in February 1901 in Clark’s talent was honed to Cadiz, Ohio. It was perhaps a perfection. Born of a wealthy conspicuous sign of future family, Dillon was well congreatness. As history has it, Clark nected; to the advantage of Clark. was registered as a girl at childHe was always birth. Clark immersed in his appeared in gigs. The two possibly every would later fall big-label lm in love and tie throughout the the knot in 1924. silent era of the They moved to ’30s. He appreciHollywood with ated literature as the vision of unlocking their a young man. He was very bigger potential. Clark’s breakpassionate about the works of through was marked by ”Gone Shakespeare. It was all evident with the Wind” that adapted to from how he recited movie format from award winning Shakespeare’s sonnets with ease. book.

Like many lm icons, his

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“His rich and well-connected wife could get him gigs.”

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lark was very seless. He donated a large portion of his Oscar performance proceeds in 1934. Unknown to the public, Clark had dyslexia. At the time of his demise, his wife was expecting a boy. His only son was named John Clark Gable.

Clark Gable was 59 when he died.

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Ava Gardner

Errol Flynn

Errol Flynn

The End of 1940s

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CHAPTER THREE

1940s 1950s

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his era highly targeted the younger generation on the realization of

its potential. More cross-cultural themed movie content emerged.

Most of the older movie veterans could not keep pace. Meanwhile,

the dominance battle between TV and Hollywood continued. Hollywood came with a countering solution called closed-circuit screening of TV programs. This was a system whereby a TV viewer would have to install and subscribe to the movie channel at a cost. A big share of the revenue would be channeled to Hollywood financial accounts. The system was officially launched in 1951 as the “Theatre Television Network.”

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he system housed all the popular and most followed series, international news channels, and other major relevant content. However, bigger competitors would surface just one year down the line, with “Toll-video” or “Pay-see” taking the lead. Cinemax, Showtime, and HBO soon would follow. However, the stability of these was delayed due to the protocols involving the integration of government’s regulations policies.

After a long tug-of-war between theatre and TV studios, they settled on a win-win partnership, whereby they would share the prots and proceeds at an agreed proportion from all their endeavors.

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The Story Changed Forever CARY GRANT (1904 — 1986)

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t’s not a surprise that people were turned down in auditions over their looks. Cary Grant, a famous actor, linked to the success of a 30’s lm called “He Has A Fish Called Wanda,” was one of these “victims.” His rst such encounter was in 1928 when he took a screening test with Fox Film Corporation. The label seemed to have strict conditions for their character role placements that Grant could not t.

The poor man’s only sin was having “thick” legs as he was told. Grant did not give up. He auditioned in a few more places, but the story was the same.

Determined to make it through, he decided to nd other options and bingo! His wealthy friend, Howard Hughes, had a

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solution handy. Grant became the rst freelance actor in Hollywood history. His career was taking off until he engaged in a thorny love affair with a Hollywood actress, Sophia Loren. She broke his heart terribly after choosing producer Carlo Ponti over him in marriage. Grant was heartbroken.

Grant’s grief bruised his career a great deal. His subsequent romantic relationships were not any better. He had toxic relationship that resulted in four divorce cases. Consequently, the tension between them made it impossible for the two to produce a long-awaited lm “Houseboat”.

The exible nature of freelancing seemed to put him at liberal ground. He became very expressive, something that the Hollywood fraternity did not take lightly. What followed was a bitter discord that led to his suspension, and eventually, an early retirement (1952).

Other sprouting styles of productions such as those adopted by Marlon Brando were another factor that led to Grant’s early bow. “To Catch A Thief,” was his farewell lm. Grant wanted to retire, however, he was persuaded by Hitchcock to play in “To Catch the Thief” and then Grant retired for good at 62.

“Sophia Loren, however, turned down his proposal and later married Carlo Ponti”

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Frank Sinatra & Esther Williams

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The Voice that Comforts like a Good Friend FRANK SINATRA (1915 — 1998)

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t is often said that hardship is a key driver to success.

That was the case for Frank Sinatra. His roots were from Italy, but he was born in Hoboken, New Jersey. He came from a humble background. The treasure for him was in his vibrant vocals.

Sinatra’s success in his singing career was his journey.

Before joining any of the famous bands he was involved with, he nurtured his talent as a saloon singer. He was indisputably talented. This attracted collaborations with several singing groups and other music stars such as; “The Hoboken Four,” then with Harry James and later with Tommy Dorsey. George Evans, who saw great potential in Sinatra, helped his branding in a major way.

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Frank Sinatra & Lauren Bacall

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is rising status put him at a place where he could sail independently as a sole singer in 1942, where he was able to solidify his style that earned him a signature brand “king of the bobbysoxers.”

This style played a big part in the great success of several lms he starred in, for instance, “Anchors Aweigh” in 1945. He became an Oscar winner that same year (1945) thanks to his performance in “The House I Live In,” where he played a leading role.

It is a known fact that celebrities have a hard time sustaining a romantic relationship. Sinatra was no exception.

Despite him being a family man, he fell into a controversial affair with Ava Gardner. As expected, the love affair would dampen his light.

His role of Maggio in the movie “From Here to Eternity” (1953), would, however, salvage his name. Some of his most successful lms include “A Hole in the Head” (1959), “The Joker Is Wild” (1957), “Dolls” (1955), and Sergeants 3 (1962), and his famous performances with The Rat Pack in Las Vegas, Nevada.

He would t easily into his character roles, probably because they reected his Real Persona.

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Frank Sinatra & Judy Garland

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“You said today that you'd been negligent. But darling — that's so unimportant compared to the great amount of happiness you've given me. I shan't forget the hours we've spent together — ever!"

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Frank Sinatra & Nat King Cole

“ I would like to be remembered as a man who had a wonderful time living life, a man who had good friends, ne family - and I don't think I could ask for anything more than that, actually.

“ Frank Sinatra

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Movie Singers DORIS DAY (1922 — 2019) JUNE ALLYSON (1917 — 2006) RITA HAYWORTH (1918 — 1987)

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oris Day was one of the most sought after solo singers of the time. But she was not always a solo singer. She had steadily grown from an actress in the Golden Era to a top Hollywood movie musical vocalist, before transitioning into a solo recording career.

She took the name “Day” as her stage name. Doris Von Kappelhoff was her birth name. She was born in 1922 in Ohio. She began singing in her teenage years. Later she partnered with some of the greatest idols, such as Bob Crosby and Les Brown.

Her most loved hit record was “Sentimental Journey.” She was adored for her addictive bold roles in series like sex comedies “Pillow Talk” (1958) and “Teacher’s Pet” (1959). Some of her greatest movie musical signatures in Hollywood were “Young at Heart”, (1954) and Calamity Jane (1953). Carmel Valley, California, was the place where she spent her last days. She was lucky to live long enough to see music grow into its most recent interpretations. She died on May 13, 2019.

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une Allyson, whose ofcial name was Ella Geisman, rose from Grass to Grace. It was almost impossible to

school years worked well as her believe that a physically chalcareer foundation. Allyson had lenged poor eight-year-old, would another magnet treasure to match command attention from a large her moves-she could sing too. audience of Hollywood fans. After Those days, multi-talented actors her consistent swimming therawere regarded pies, she fully highly, and as would recovered. As the “After a series saying goes, destiny of swimming therapy be expected, she sessions, would make a career can be delayed but Allyson managed o u t o f h e r s kycannot be stopped. to regain her stability piercing voice.

H e r p o o r b a c kand started The song “Sing Out ground and absence dancing again” the News” would of a father gure in mark a major turning her childhood, point in her life. would not deter her from shining.

Allyson blossomed, and Allyson had her rhythmic coordirose from the beginner to a great nation intact. Her participation in lm personality. musical lms during her senior

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argarita Carmen Hayworth was born on October 17, 1918, in Brooklyn, New York. She achieved her success as an actress and dancer during the 1940s, she became one of the Top Stars in

Hollywood.

The Press called her "The Most Glamorous Screen Idol." She played in many hit movies such as "Only Angels Have Wings" (1939), "The Lady From Shanghai" (1947), "Pal Joey" (1957), and many others.

In 1980 Hayworth was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.

She died at the age of 68 in 1987, in New York, New York.

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Glamorous Femme Fatale LANA TURNER (1921 — 1995)

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he universe brought forth a star of Lana Turner on February 8th, 1920. Fortune would start to follow Turner when destiny drew her to a news reporter after crossing paths at a Hollywood ice parlor. She was a minor when she was rst signed to Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, a big lm brand at the time. Lana Turner’s theatre life presented a series of controversial stories. But that was no news for a breathtakingly gorgeous celebrity. Lana Turner’s birth name was Julia Jean Mildred Francis Turner, but she hit the news headlines as “Julia Jean,” later as “Mildred Francis Turner” to when she eventually settled for “Lana Turner.”

While she pursued her fortune between the ’40s and ’50s, she had a lot going on. She was battling with a past of a badly injured childhood. She grew up away from her living, but separated parents. In 1936 she found news of your father’s demise before she could even meet him, and nally, she met her mother after a long discovery mission later the same year.

While her career was still in the making, her acting credibility rose. Some lm personalities argued that her acting skills were of a less standard.

Nevertheless, her striking beauty would salvage her as it was a voice in itself in the roles in which she starred.

Lana Turner & Tyrone Power

Her producers made sure to maximize her sexuality in all her lms. “Somewhere I’ll Find You” (1942), “Honky Tonk” (1941), amongst many other lms she was featured in, were her blockbusters.

She was known to swing from one affair to another, at some point landing her in the hands of an infamous boyfriend, who turned out to be a murderer.

Sadly, her teenage daughter became one of his victims. Her name was Cheryl Crane. The tragic incident led to multiple conspiracies around her life, and the dark cloud never left her.

Lana Turner died on the 29th of June 1995.

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nother soulmade of beauty and talent, Lauren Bacall, stepped into glory when the color and motion pictured combined. She looked great on the screen. It was typical of Hollywood lm producers in 1940 to assign steamy roles to beautiful actresses.

But how else would they put the audience on the edges of their seats?

Lauren would. Through her initial career as a model, it was easy for lmmakers to spot and approach her. She t with lm studio demand very easily. Her beauty brought a new style of sexuality and allure to the Hollywood Cinema World. She was not the rst celebrity in her family line.

She had blood relations with certain political gures. The most notable ones were former Israeli Prime Minister and President Shimon Peres.

Later, she got married to her co-cast, Humphrey Bogart. Bogart could not resist Bacall’s charming looks. He collaborated with her in a successful production of “Tall, sultry, “The Big Sleep” (1946), and “To Have and Have and slim, Not” (1944). Their union worked perfectly in all Bacall was a lms they co-acted. They had a natural ow acting perfect match for Bogart” together. Their audience greatly celebrated them.

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acall was quite expressive by nature, especially in enhancing the characters she played. She got a Best Supporting Actress Oscar nomination for her role in the movie “The Mirror Has Two Faces” (1997).

“Her whole acting career can be summed up as one full of many ups and downs” Frank Sinatra & Lauren Bacall

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Hollywood’s Sweetheart Couple ESTHER WILLIAMS (1921 — 2013)

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sther Williams was born in 1921. Throughout her teenage years, she had made a name for herself as a swimming champion in California and the World. Esther Williams’ story is a story of being in the right place at the right time. Interestingly, the universe always has a way of realigning events, to suit its intent upon its chosen few. The cancellation of a U.S./Tokyo swimming Olympics due to ongoing WWII changed her life forever. The new venue would be Helsinki, Finland. It was here that she caught the eye of the Hollywood talent scout. He saw acting potential, while she skillfully waded through the pool waters. With that twist, MGM approached her with a persuasive proposal and she could not resist. Before long, she had starred in “Andy Hardy.” That served as a preparation for her next lms, whose themes revolved around her swimming prowess. The movie was called “The Bathing Beauty” (1944).

The change of style introduced a new avor that gave the movies an eventful feel. In some ways, it substituted for the monotonous musical theme. Williams became the pioneering star in swimming and diving lms and the movie “Million Dollar Mermaid” crowned her new status. Williams could comfortably stay for long periods underwater, it was another of her many talents.

Although the actress starred in various lms, the movies where she was swimming earned her a household name since she could swim underwater for an unusually long time.

Her lm presence was however not completely limited to her actual swimming roles as she orchestrated other popular movies such as, “The Esther Williams Aqua Spectacles” (1956) and “The Esther Williams at Cypress Garden” (1960). Also Williams was privileged to represent top commercial product brands through promoting various swimming products. She spent her last days in Los Angeles, California. She died at 91.

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CHAPTER FOUR

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he Era of 1950s brought new movies, the movies would offer to the young generation new and thrilling types of rebellion. Hollywood's answer to audience demands was to create the rise of a different kind of hero, and created upcoming stars like Marlon Brando, James Dean, and Paul Newman. These actors replaced more famous gures as Cary Grant, Gary Cooper, and James Stewart. The competition between Hollywood's major studios and TV Production Companies in the movie theatres escalated.

For The Big Five Studious that was an easy task — they owned extensive theatre chains.

And nally, in 1951, the Theater Te l e v i s i o n N e t w o r k w a s introduced. Audiences were provided with more complex programming that incorporated competitions including political and current events news coverage.

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hortly after 1952, the idea of Television Network Theater

failed and later was easily replaced by subscription

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sets were equipped with regular punch cards, which when activated, enabled the users to obtain many more low broadcast signals, so they could view new content.

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owever, tight government regulations led to the full collapse of this direct payment system. Movie Studios nally decided to collaborate with TV Studios, understanding that after all — it could be benecial and protable for both sides.

A d d i t i o n a l l y, m o v i e studios in their own ways started to look for new creative ways to make money since the weekly theatre attendance had declined dramatically. Hollywood studios were forced to produce more movies for TV than for theatre lms and nally, in 1950 the average budget for lms was less than a million dollars. Most Producers were then forced to take the whole productions overseas because of very cheap labor.

Several of the most popular movies produced during the 1950s was “A Streetcar Named Desire” (1951), the romantic drama “Three Coins in the Fountain” (1954), and, of course, the famous movie “Some Like It Hot” (1959) starring Marilyn Monroe.

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famous beauty, actress, and songstress, popularly known as Marilyn Monroe, was nothing but a screen charm. Her ne vocals drew the spotlight to her when she was a small child. One of the most notable, and memorable performances was when she graced former President John Kennedy of the United States of America's birthday by singing to him (in person) a Happy birthday song. Not many singers get that luck, or publicity.

The gown she wore during the performance still radiates elegance. It had been well preserved until 1999 when it was sold for a whopping £820,000. Quite a fortune to part with!

“Marilyn Monroe” was, however, not her original birth name. Over the years of her active performance, she changed her names several Marilyn Monroe & Jane Russel times. Jean Adir was the rst name that came to her list of preferred stage names, but by the time her career got off ground; she'd already switched to Jean Norman and Mona Monroe.

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s the doors of the lm industry continued to lead her into well known status, she picked yet another set of names as her unique signatures to each of her gigs; Zelda Zonk and Faye Miller for hotels, and medical clinics respectively. She nally made her name-picking stop at Marilyn Monroe, the name most know her by, and solidied it thru the legal registration of that name.

Notably, Marilyn Monroe was super fond of her co-star, Clark Gable, with whom they starred in the famous lm, “The Mists.” This became more evident when Marilyn sank into a serious long grief depression after Clark Gable passed away. Not only that, Marilyn viewed Gable as the father she never had. Gable certainly did leave this earth taking a part of Monroe.

I n t e r e s t i n g l y, t h e r e seemed to be a signicant difference between the pay Monroe got versus her counterparts. For instance, Elizabeth Taylor took home a clean one million dollars for acting in the Cleopatra movie, while Monroe seemed content with a $100,000 fee cast for the same lm. It is said that her combo with Clark Gable counted more to her than a hefty paycheck.

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nother icon that Monroe regarded very highly was Abraham Lincoln.

The notion of the seeming similarity in Abraham Lincoln’s to Marilyn Monroe's childhood background is one factor that seemed to atter Monroe a lot.

U n l i ke m a n y s c r e e n legends of her caliber, Marilyn did not seem to fancy an extravagant lifestyle. For instance, she only had one residential house to her name, located however in the neighborhood of Brentwood, California.

Following her death, there was a smooth transfer of her property. She seemed to have had strong ties with her close industry circle. This was seen in how she willed away her property. Her acting coach received a huge chunk of Monroe's estate, 75%.

The remaining 25% went to her psychoanalyst. Finally, a $5,000 amount of her Estate went to her mother.

Picking from her favorite quote, “Imperfection is beauty, madness is genius, and it's better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely boring,” it is clear that she was a free-spirited gem who had fully encompassed her persona and was willing to infect the world with the best of her.

Sadly, she died young; at 36.

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he famous star of Howard Hughes’ lm “Outlaw” (1943) was none other than “Jane Russell.” Soon after the movies’ release, a case was led against her, on the grounds of indecency. She had hoped that exposed cleavage would serve as a sales point, but the outraged reaction from a portion of her rigid audience proved her wrong. This episode cost her and her production an expensive three year delay.

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he judge in that case even went ahead to make fun quips of the case, describing the image in question as “hung over the picture like a thunderstorm over a landscape.” They were everywhere. In review, it was a publicity “Home Run.” Away from the controversy, Jane Russell was a humanitarian. She and her husband founded the WAIF (World Adoption International Fund), intending to ease the adoption process of non-native children for Americans. They took the lead by adopting three children themselves in the 1950s.

In the attempt and effort to clear her tainted name and reputation, she pioneered Hollywood Christian-based efforts.

Russell was inuential in starting a Hollywood Christian Group that offered Bible study classes. Jane Russel died on February 28, 2011, in Santa Maria, California.

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Classic Hollywood DANA WYNTER (1931 — 2011)

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ana Wynter was born in Berlin, Germany on June 8, 1931. Later, her family moved to the USA. It all started at Rhodes University, where her theatrical talent began to show. Wynter enrolled in the university to pursue a medical course, but it did not settle well with her. She had a nagging intuition to switch to study acting. She followed her heart and that intuition. Her passion took her to Britain, where lady luck was waiting to embrace her.

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“Lady Godiva Rides Again” (1951) opened the curtains of her career as an actress, and “The Knights of the Round Table” (1953) followed soon after. They were great successes. Wynter was hungry for theatrics. She went seeking g r e e n e r pastures in New York City i n 1 9 5 3 .

Because of her impressive lm prole, she quickly found an edge in Hollywood, got signed by 20th Century Fox, and shelved a Golden Globe Prize shortly a f t e r. S h e unrelentingly worked her way up to the point of attaining a attering and well recognized household name, in “Oasis of Elegance.”

The end of her “She was contract with 20th becoming the C e n t u r y Fo x t h e n new promising welcomed unlimited actress in the acting industry” opportunities. She tried her hand in various romantic series up until 1980. Wynter was a Hollywood darling for many years. Her empathy for the Dana Wynter with Stars

discrimination against the people of color in the lm industry, particularly children, Wynter was inspired by a theme aimed at discouraging the unjust attitude of Hollywood. She died in 2011, in Ojai, California.

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lizabeth Taylor was born when her lm predecessors in the lm industry worked around the clock to prepare a “soft landing” for her and many others born during the ‘30s. She was born in 1932 in London, England. She was one of the luckiest stars of her time to be featured in the mega lm project, called “Cleopatra" (1961). It was indeed a monumental moment in her entire career. The movie was a showcase of all emotions and appreciations for a beauty in all dimensions, which perfectly complemented her role.

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Taylor was "Queen of the Nile" in that movie. Her pay went down in the books of history; She took home an unprecedented 1 million dollars. That was a huge amount at the time.

Movies such as “Buttereld 8” and “Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” became the signature of Elizabeth Taylor's performance. These two ne works were released between 1960-65. The countless Academy Awards followed. Taylor was also known for her scandalous marriage life. The Vatican condemned Taylor and Richard Burton after their photo pictures having good times frolicking on the beach, leaked to the public.

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“She was paid $1 million for her exceptional performance, the highest amount ever paid to an actress”

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Both of them were married to different people at the time. In her will, Taylor wanted to be remembered as being fashionable.

Therefore, she wanted her cofn to arrive fteen minutes after her funeral was scheduled to begin.

During that time, most establishments in Europe and the West were largely controlled by religion and its denominations.

Consequently, Taylor's decision to convert to Judaism was not well received by the public. The “She owned situation was so one of the most bad that she was expensive diamond in the world” banned from entering some countries; Egypt, for example.

Taylor was meant for greatness.

Despite social criticism, she continued aiming for the sky. Off the stage, she greatly contributed to society through initiatives; such as HIV/AIDs awareness campaigns and research foundation.

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“After divorce her health deteriorated as she struggled with addictions and diabetes”

This move on her part was inspired by the hard experience of losing a very close friend to the virus. That was not all. She made a sacrice, not many would — she sold off her sentimental and most expensive piece of treasure; her large diamond. The proceeds were given to open a health facility in an African country. She died in 2011 in Los Angeles, California, of complications that were linked to multiple chronic health conditions that she had been battling for quite some time.

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The Princess of Hollywood GRACE KELLY (1929 — 1982)

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race Kelly was born in 1929. Around the 1950s, Kelly became a talk of many lm enthusiasts. She was fortunate to grow up under the disciplined guidance of her award winning athletic father. Not only did her father's career background give her a great sense of discipline, but it also inuenced her nomination as the rst ever woman to head an extra curriculum in Pennsylvania. With the caliber of the schools she attended, it was evident that her father was a man of means.

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She went to Ravenhall Academy; a high-end private school, and she actively took part in events, modeling and acting in roles of short plays. This was a huge plus for her soon-to-join lm industry.

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inally, she took a wild dive into the lm industry in 1947. Although she failed at her rst attempt, her passion surpassed her disappointment. She got a second, third, and more chances, and nally starred in the movie “Rear Window.” She m a r r i e d Pr i n c e Ra i n i e r o f Monaco. After several unsuccessful relationships with few other celebrities.

1955 was her year to shine. She won the Best Actress Academy Award that year, for her role in “The Country Girl,” with her legendary co-stars in that lm being Bing Crosby and William Holden.

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he was among the few actresses who dropped out of lming before the age of 30. In a moment of celebration, at the Cannes Film Festival, Kelly met Prince Rainier of Monaco, who seemed to have charmed her right away. She was so head-over-heels over him to the extent of her quitting her acting Job. The two got married in 1956. She made a considerable contribution to society through founding AMADE Mondale — children's welfare non-protable organization. Grace Kelly died in 1982, but memories of her are still alive. After her death her husband built a beautiful ower garden in her honor.

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“I love walking in the woods, on the trails, along the beaches. I love being part of nature. I love walking alone. It is therapy. One needs to be alone, to recharge one's batteries” Grace Kelly

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“ Grace Kelly received the Oscar for the Best Actress in 1955, she was wearing an ice blue gown created by costume designer Edith Head.

At the time, it was said to be the most expensive Oscars dress ever made, with the material alone costing $4,000.

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Lucille Ball

Funny Lady Lucille LUCILLE BALL (1911 — 1989)

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ucille Ball was born in the early days of the n i n e t e e n t h c e n t u r y, August 6, 1911, in Jamestown, New York. She was quite an entertainer, breaking records in rare kinds of performance, such as the longest recorded laugh in the history of lm performances.

From her public reviews, one could tell that her audience reception was somewhat cold at rst. Unexplainably, most screen stars tend to come from chaotic family backgrounds.

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all’s story was that and worse. From losing one parent to death, the other to marriage, then to her stepfather, to her poverty-stricken granny. All these befell her while she was too little to absorb her ordeals and challenges. Her desire to improve 128

her status was what landed her various low-waged gigs, like performing music and comedy in smaller clubs. Her rst hit gig was the famous “I Love Lucy.” It did incredibly well. The success of that show was followed by many others and secured her The Golden Globe

Awards. Her name is well represented and honored in the Hollywood Walk of Fame by installing two stars in her career for her various achievements. In 1979, Ball was honored by receiving the Cecil B. DeMille Award during the Golden Globe Ceremony.

“The secret to staying young is to live honestly, eat slowly, and lie about your age” Lucille Ball

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udrey Hepburn’s roots came from three different nationalities — English, Austrian, and Dutch.

She was born on May 4th, 1929.

Audrey’s parents parted ways when she was very young. She saw her mother struggling to bring her up alone in a humble town called Ixelles, Belgium. During the 1930s Audrey and her mother began to experience the harsh lessons of poverty. But even with all that turmoil, luck was still by her side. She got a scholarship to a prestigious school, where she would learn professional modeling. Additionally, she was more than happy to get a scholarship to and attended the ballet school in London. During that time, she began her modeling career. It was along those corridors that she crossed paths with a producer who liked her presentation. He held her hand through the doors of fame after signing her and started casting her for various roles in Audrey Hepburn

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lms, like “Young Wives’ Tale” (1951) and “Dutch in Seven Lessons” (1948). She would later relocate to America. Luck and divine favor still ferried her through the tides and she quickly gained a fan base whose feedback attracted huge gigs, such as “Roman Holiday” (1953). Her movie's successes were recognized, culminating in 1954 as she received an Academy Award for The Best Actress. She fell in love with Mel Ferrer, whom she married later. Her marriage brought her even more fortune.

Through support from her husband, she thrived greatly.

“Golightly in the Breakfast” would be her last shot at screen life. She retired from lms in 1967.

Unexpectedly, the couple parted ways in 1968, the year when she led for divorce. Audrey later became a special ambassador to the United Nations UNICEF. She died of cancer at the age of 63, in Tolochnaz, Vaud, Switzerland. His ofcial name was Audrey Kathleen Ruston.

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Love Triangles in Hollywood AVA GARDNER AND MICKEY ROONEY (1922 — 1990 AND 1920 — 2014) DEBBIE RAYNOLDS AND EDDIE FISHER (1932 — 2016 AND 1928 — 2010)

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ickey Rooney was one of the most talented actors, both on stage and in the arms of countless wooing women. There is a saying that goes, “the end justies the means” — Mickey’s impeccable talent out-weighed his personal swinging life. He was openly

promiscuous. Ava Gardner would comically describe him as a ‘knife’. Mickey’s acting and lm skills were well “This side appreciated by the MGM of his life was p r o d u c t i o n b o s s e s . hardly a secret” Mickey Rooney will always be remembered as one of the most talented performers.

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ebbie Raynolds and Eddie Fisher were a celebrity couple whose romantic life during the 1950s became the source of headlines from time to time and for the wrong reasons. Eddie was a renowned singer while Debbie lived the larger part of her life as a songstress. Their marriage began to sink after a romantic affair between Eddie and Debbie’s close friend, Elizabeth Taylor commenced.

Fisher and Taylor, in fact, got married in 1959.

Taylor, a high-proled movie icon, developed into the thorn in Eddie and Debbie’s marriage. She eventually broke the bubble. It would not take long before Eddie showed Debbie the door. Their two children remained in Eddie’s custody. Interestingly, Debbie made peace with her fate and even went ahead to reconcile with Elizabeth years later.

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ames Dean’s life could be described as short and sweet.

He was a happy go lucky person. He was very passionate about everything he put his mind into. Aside from his captivating roles in big lms; car racing was his second thriller. In fact, ABC TV once interviewed him during the show that was themed around safe driving tips. That was quite ironic, considering he had received multiple speeding tickets himself.

His rebel personality made it easy for his lm managing folks to place him in his most suited character roles. He did not disappoint.

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wo times, his name found its way in the list of Academy Award nominees. Unfortunately, he did not win.

Given the nature of celebrity life, celebrities do attract a lot of scandals, James Dean’s secret about his sexual orientation would later be revealed. He also joined a secret gay movement within his Hollywood circles. His gay “catch” at the time of the great revelation, was none other than Marlon Brando. That, coupled with wearing a sleeveless t-shirt for a couple of days in a row during the casting, is another reason to conclude that James Dean was not your ordinary celebrity.

Dean was very particular on the caliber of people he let in his inner circle. He loved to be in the company of the high and mighty. To keep up with this kind of class, he had to kept his vocabulary in check, and he had a tool — a handy pocket dictionary that he usually carried around.

One of his most notable close allies and co-stars was Ronald Reagan-a personality that ascended to the Presidency. Sadly Dean did not live to see his third decade. He died at 24 in unclear circumstances.

Reporters linked his death to a possible car accident during a speedy ride.

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Leading Men of ‘50s ROBERT MITCHUM (1917 — 1997) WILLIAM HOLDEN (1918 — 1981) ROCK HUDSON (1925 — 1985)

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obert Mitchum’s career story began humbly. He started as a support staff member at an amateur theater in Long Beach, California; which contributed greatly to his exposure to theatrical life. His interest in joining the acting members grew each day, and he made up his mind to go after it to the end.

In the early years of his life, Robert Mitchum was half orphaned after his father lost his life in a tragic train accident. His mother would later remarry a man that played fatherhood to him for the better part of Mitchum’s life.

Robert was born in Bridgeport, Connecticut on August 6, 2017.

His familiarity with lm productions gave him an easy pass. He did outstandingly well, and soon he had landed a supporting role in one of his biggest career shoots, “Story of G.I Joe,” as Lt. Walker (1945). He won an Oscar nomination for this performance.

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‘50s. His best tting roles were those, featuring him as a bad boy — he was a natural in such performances.

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illiam Holden was born in early 1919 to a well-to-do family.

He grew up in the neighborhoods of the Beadles in California and went to school at a high-end college in Pasadena. He was a chemistry student. His interest in lm landed him various gigs. He was fortunate to be signed by Paramount in 1937. His rst role in the “Golden Boy” (1939) would propel him to greatness, although his acting career suffered major interruption. He temporarily put his acting career on hold to serve in the military during WWII. He made a grand come back with his captivating tutor and gigolo roles in the famous “Sunset Blvd” (1950), and “Born Yesterday” (1950). He proved to be one of the most sophisticated actors in the history of the lm industry.

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n appealing physical appearance was a major thing in the movie industry during 1940-1950 and Rock Hudson had it. Hudson auditioned for many movies but had a reputation of someone who was difcult to work with. A shoot with Hudson would take almost ten times longer than an ordinary shoot would take. But the producers seemed to like him despite that. “The Fighter Squadron” (1948) became one of his major hits. He played in many shows and comedies, as well as TV series, which added to his list of success stories. One of his most popular series on NBC TV series was “ McMillan & Wife.”

At the time, same-sex sexual orientation was becoming generally accepted, especially within celebrity circles. After his big HIV positive status declaration, Hudson would also reveal his homosexuality.

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aul Newman had a unique physical feature — his eyes had a blue spark. Born in 1925, in Cleveland, Ohio, he grew up in a fairly stable family. The technical nature of a family business laid a good foundation for his future career. As his acting desire ourished, he enrolled in the acclaimed Yale University School of Drama. His talent shined thru easily in his outstanding performances in University plays where he was featured during these years. An invitation to the world he had always dreamed of followed. New York City was his landing. He was cast in guest appearances for various television series, like the famous “Picnic.” Newman rose so quickly that he began to take directional duties and “Rachel” (1968) was his rst as director.

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espite two lms, h o w e v e r, s o m e Hollywood fraternity members began to raise eyebrows over their criteria through which the Oscar Awards were awarded.

One such questionable case was that of Newman. Wouldn’t you nd it strange that a director would produce award winning shows and still miss out on an award himself? Newman also struggled to resolve that puzzle.

And later, he became a very proud winner of the Golden Globe Awards for his commendable craft in directorship. Directing lms became his life, until in the early ‘70s when car-racing became his new passion. His fascination with racing led to the creation of Newman-Haas racing team (1982). His life outside of theatre seemed to ow well. In no time, he added a very successful array of food products to his entrepreneurial ventures.

Old age came to Newman with a certain grace and empathy.

Newman felt the need to give back to society. There was no better way in Newman’s mind than to donate to the needy; he did so by donating all the income that his business empire generated. At the age of 83, he died of lung cancer.

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Dean Martin & Doris Day

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Hollywood’s Bad Boy MARLON BRANDO (1924 — 2004)

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arlon Brando was born on April 3, 1924, in Omaha, Nebraska, and raised in Illinois. His acting career started early, in New York, under the close guidance of Stella Adler.

He also studied at Lee Strasberg's Actors' Studio.

Brando’s style of acting aimed to engage and captivate the audience. He named this style “method approach.” He starred in the movie “I Remember Mama” (1944) which turned out to be his career breakthrough. Other notable roles that sealed his celebrity status were “Julius Caesar” (1953) and “The Godfather” (1972), this last one of which was his most famous role.

Throughout his career, Marlon Brando won two Academy Awards, three British Film Awards, and four Golden Globe Awards.

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Legend of Silver Screen GARY COOPER (1911 — 1961)

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or decades, Gary Cooper was featured and starred in dozens of successful lms in America. After graduating from High school, nding jobs became a hard nut to crack. These frustrations caused his venture into the lm industry. In 1926, he secured his rst gig through a highly thought of acting group.

Things took a drastic turn after he managed to star in a series of successful shows, with “Children of Divorce” (1927) being one of his rst hits.

1941 was a “hit” year after the release of “Sergeant York;” in which he starred as

Alvin York, a real life historical icon. His excellent performance won him his second Academy Award. One lm in which he starred, captured a clean four Academy Awards. This was the monumentally famous “High Noon” (1952), Cooper was exceedingly gifted at bringing out characters from real life legends.

In the “High Noon” lm, he played the role of “Will Kane.” It was a role that was supposed to draw a lot of empathy, and Cooper did just that. The lm earned him the well-deserved Academy Award for the Best Actor. He died of cancer in 1961.

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“Having encountered a hard time securing a deserving job, Cooper decided to venture into the lm industry”

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D Hollywood Stage DEAN MARTIN (1917 — 1995) NATALIE WOOD (1938 — 1981) ROBERT WAGNER (1930) SAMMY DAVIS JR. (1925 — 1990)

ean Martin was born on June 7, 1917, in Steubenville, Ohio. His parents were Italian. Martin worked a great amount in partnership with Jerry Lewis. Together, as well as a comedy team, they produced several hitmaking lms. “The Army” (1950) was one of them. They went on to produce many more successful movies, having a special bond that lasted for over a decade. After their eleventh year together, their creative partnership

started to deteriorate, and later disintegrated. Each, however, enjoyed tremendous success. Martin continued to maintain his legacy, he won awards for his role in “The Young Lions”(1958). Martin did not limit himself to lms. His stage shows sold out everywhere. He was also a famous member of The Rat Pack.

In 1965, he starred in a very popular show “The Martin Show”. He won a Golden Globe Award for the Best TV Star in 1967.

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atalie Wood was born on July 20, 1938, in San Francisco.

Wood was one of America’s favorite actresses. She had the “it” factor.

One distinctive factor about her was how keen she was to maintain her Russian heritage. Even though she grew up in America, she made successful personal efforts to learn how to speak Russian. She was at times obsessed with learning about her Russian roots.

She mastered the accent as well.

Her Russian parents had found their way to America as immigrants. Her birth name was Natalia Nikolaevna Zakharenko. Her stage name, Natalie Wood was her producer’s choice. She was truly a darling of movies.

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obert Wagner was born in Detroit, Michigan in 1930, and raised in Los Angeles, California. Wagner grew up wanting to rock the theatre stage. He worked in several odd jobs which he juggled with small acting gigs. His debut in “The Happy Years (1950) became a magnet and led to other lm opportunities. It was during a dinner party that his parents hosted, he was spotted by a talent scout, who saw the star in him. He secured a contract with 20th Century Fox. He mainly played in romantic movies. One of his best roles was in “A Song in My Heart” (1952), but later on, he challenged himself to other intriguing roles. Wagner was signed by 20th Century Fox after making his accredited screen debut in “The Happy Years” (1950). He bound his great movie success as a romantic lead.

He was married to Natalie Wood.

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ammy Davis Jr. was one of those talented men of color that had to work twice as hard as their white colleagues who were less gifted. At that time, racism was the order of the day.

Sammy had it rough.

His roots go all the way to Harlem, Manhattan. He owed his artistic genes to his mother Elvira, who was an AfricanAmerican dancer.

Despite his challenges, he went on

to become a great entertainer across the United States of America.

Destiny would once again put him in a provoking spotlight. In 1960 he came out in the open about his white actress sweetheart. Her name was May Britt. He further poked white ego’s by being featured in a musical, in a role that had been scripted to suit a white actor. The musical was called “Golden Boy”. The musical turned out to be a great success, but it was

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followed by a lot of controversies. It took quite some time before his contribution to the lm industry would be appreciated and acknowledged; but he fought his way through anyway. His turning point came when he became a member of The Rat Pack — an informal band of entertainers including Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra, Peter Lawford, and Joey Bishop.

Sammy Davis Jr. died in 1990 at the age of 64, after a long battle with cancer.

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he Era of 1960s-1970s was a norm-breaker era.

Film celebrities were now exposed worldwide. Because of the high and unique status that came with fame, the constant need for recognition set the celebrities apart from the crowds. That is where the fashion industry came in. This generation was very exible and they were able to quickly embrace new trends, set by the media. Generally, social mind-set in different aspects changed tremendously.

However, a few years down the decade, as the American lm production team continued to bask in the glamour, commotion awaited. The discovery of more affordable lming grounds abroad, after the bad economic effect back at home, led to the fading of exotic lms in America. As would be predicted, foreign lm investors were overtaking the waves.

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he Japanese, Italian, and French production companies had stronger

financial standings and their determination to dominate the industry

was unstoppable. In 1964, the rate of released foreign films exceeded

the number of domestics. America’s small share of the industry was on notice and opted to focus more on the remaining independent studios.

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hey minimized their maintenance budget as well as the ticket price.

This was done to encourage more attendance. That, however, did very little helping to salvage their territory. As mentioned earlier, this decade was characterized by a generation that was yearning for change. The foreign label was winning. They were set to rule out any predictable obstacles such as language barriers. Their lms were packed with interpreted text at the bottom part of the screen (called “sub-titles.”) That really fascinated the younger audience, which accounted for the biggest number of American lm lovers.

Only independent lm entities like the large Hollywood studious could measure up. Clearly, America was ready for a new lm experience.

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Everlasting Charisma of Hollywood TONY CURTIS (1925 — 2010)

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ony Curtis was born on June 3, 1925, in Bronx, New York. At the time, the family's economic status was very important to Curtis’ future. Tony’s parents were greatly affected by the Great Depression to the point of painfully handing Curtis and his brother over to foster care. A heart-breaking tragedy followed. Curtis lost his brother to a bad road accident.

Curtis grew up as a troubled child. Little did he know, that he had all along been sitting on a gold mine. His magnetic looks would attract the attention of big lm labels. He rst was featured as a minor actor in “Francis” then later in “Criss Cross.”

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n 1951, he dated and married Janet Leigh, who would become his lucky charm. Janet, already a major Hollywood celebrity, helped Curtis a great deal in his ascension to stardom. Sadly, somewhere along the way, he got too drunk with fame that he lost himself. His marriage collapsed. His love life subsequently became a mess.

Nevertheless, it appeared that luck was still on his side as he

landed a big part — he starred in the famous movie “Operation Petticoat” (1959). With the great success of that movie, more and more doors of success opened for him. However, it seems like he never really recovered from his badly bruised childhood and the subsequent failed romantic relations. Not even his busy career life could counter that. He resorted to overindulgence, as a way of consoling himself. With time, his addictions

damaged his career. He would have to settle for ordinary television gigs.

It occurred to him that he needed to make drastic changes before he would totally lose himself. He went through a successful rehab therapy.

He decided to pursue his visual art skills as well as writing. His appearance on “David and Fatima” would be the last his fans would see of him.

He died of heart-related disease in 2010 in Henderson, Nevada.

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First Douglas of the Cast KIRK DOUGLAS (1916 — 2020)

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irk Douglas (or Danielovitch) was born on December 9, 1916, in Amsterdam, New York. He grew up as an energetic young champ, as wrestling was his favorite sport. He pursued the sport further at the University of St. Lawrence. However, he would end up in the lm industry. He made his lm debut in “Strange Love of Martha Ivers” (1946).

Douglas soon became a leading box-ofce star. The surroundings of WWII were too much to withstand. In 1941, he decided to join the U.S Navy. After a tough run in the eld as a real soldier, he could not wait to jump back to his “daring” career of lms, before he suffered a stroke.

He is most well known for his role in “Spartacus” (1960).

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Bright Life, Sweet Voice BARBRA STREISAND (1942)

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arbra Streisand’s glory did not come easy. She had a rough childhood. As cruel as life could get, and unlike many other artists from similar backgrounds, she lacked a family support system because she was not considered to be “attractive.”

Before she could throw in the towel, her divine guardian angels presented a golden opportunity during a singing contest in a small club.

Thanks to her golden voice and adamant encouragement from a friend, who believed in her, she won. Her life turned around, and greatness was gazing at her. Her next move would be to try her luck as a Cabaret performer. Her central platform was the clubs, where she received glorious receptions. She landed gigs back to back, to the point of earning international recognition. New York, where she created a massive fan base, would open more opportunities for her in the acting arena.

Watching Barbra perform her magic was never a dull moment. She was honored with awards in multiple categories. Her rst attempt at a TV show brought her some of the most fancied Emmy awards.

Not one, but ve of them. CBS came along with a handsome proposal for her with a ten-year contract extension.

She continued to be nominated for countless Grammy Awards, eight of which she won. Her thirst for success was overwhelming. She would later transition to be an author, director, and to take upon other roles behind the scenes. She is most remembered though, for her song, “The Way We Were.”

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ver the years, she had accumulated a lot of wealth. In 1986, it was time for her to come through for other people living in conditions too familiar to her. A humanitarian foundation was born. The establishment would earn her the well deserved Medal of Freedom, courtesy of the Obama Administration (2004).

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Sirenic Diva CHER (1946)

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her’s life started on a very sad note. Her mother raised her singlehandedly, under very demanding circumstances. Things got so bad that Cher and her siblings were sent to an orphanage. Unknown to her or her family, she had dyslexia. Somehow through divine favor, she did complete her junior and senior education. However, the school was not a walk in the park for her. The traumatic circumstance she was raised under, plus her illness, was a recipe for poor academic performance.

Unfortunately, her condition was only discovered when she was already a senior in High School.

In every cloud, there is a silver lining. Her interest in literature and performance became her new passion. She discovered her zest for singing.

Her early days, as and with, Sonny and Cher, led to enormous popularity and wealth. Cher is a modern icon for us today. She has had a number of “last concerts.” Her list of hit songs is almost endless!

In 1988 Cher won the Academy Award as the Best Actress for her role in the movie “Moonstruck.”

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Century of Hope BOB HOPE (1903 — 2003)

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ob Hope was born on May 29, 1903, in Eltham, England. His parents named him Leslie Townes Hope at birth, but his name would later change to Bob Hope after nding his fortune in the lm and entertainment industry. The Hopes were immigrants, they were natives of England. Bob was the funniest amongst his six siblings. His destiny was to become a hugely popular comedian and a renowned musical actor.

Between 1940-1952, he was a box ofce favorite. He was ranking alongside big industry names as Bing Crosby. “Thanks for the Memory” (1938) was his most memorable piece.

Bob Hope took his art beyond the theatre; to the war zone. He performed for the military troops, in person, operating during WWII to ease the war tension, regularly on stage for them. Bob Hope received ve honorary Academy Awards for his contributions to the lm industry. He was a star among stars!

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inging and acting were all Ann Margret had known all her life. Her sexy frame appeared in major visuals of the time as a sex symbol.

Though she had spent most of her school years and career in America, she was an immigrant from Sweden.

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hanks to her extensive vocal training in the various music schools she attended, her vocal mastery was on another level.

Northwestern University was a primary place where her voice was trained and molded into what would attract the attention of George Burns when she moved to Las Vegas.

Shortly after, she was signed by big labels such as 20th Century Fox and RCA. For a sexy artist with outstanding qualications, her pay was quite enviable. She would later shine at the top of the Billboard Chart for her record "I Just Don't Understand" (1961). In 1962 she got her rst Golden Globe Award for the Best New Star of the year.

“She was the hottest young star”

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Dear Mister President RONALD REAGAN (1911 — 2004) HENRY KISSINGER (1923) JIMMY CARTER (1924)

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n a world greatly suffocating from narcissism, there was a need for gems like Jimmy Carter to intervene. Jimmy Carter became President of the U.S. on January 20, 1977. He had the spirit of a philanthropist. Jimmy was a native of Plains, Georgia. He was born on 1st October 1924. In 1946, he said “I do” to his lovely life companion, Rosalynn. They parented four children. Jimmy was a man with a great vision for the people of the United States. This was evident in how he continued with his humanitarian legacy, even after he had served his term of presidency.

Upon his retirement from the Presidency, he left for Georgia to launch multiple projects, aimed at settling existing conicts, creating awareness on the need to observe human rights, and many more worthwhile initiatives. He had served the U.S since 1970. His ofcial name was James Earl Carter Jr.

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“You only have to have two loves in your life: for God, and for the person in front of you at any particular time” Jimmy Carter

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enry Kissinger was born in 1923. He was an achiever from his early years. Later he became a theatre veteran and received numerous awards throughout his career.

Henry Kissinger was just a stage name; his actual name was Heinz Alfred Kissinger. He was a German by birth, born in Furth, Bavaria on May 27, 1923.

He got married twice. The rst time to Ann Fleisher and the second — to Nancy Maginnes. He had two children David and Elizabeth.

It was ironic how Henry was a ladies magnet despite his no-so-appealing looks. In fact, he had been crowned as a “Sex Man,” during his active career years. The industry would have him take suggestive photo shoots with celebrity beauties. Some of his greatest accolades were the Nobel Peace Prize (1973), Guggenheim Fellowship (1966), and the Theodore Roosevelt Award (1973), amongst others.

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“ The greatest leader is not necessarily the one who does the greatest things.

He is the one that gets the people to do the greatest things.

“ Ronald Reagan

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onald Wilson Reagan was born on February 6, 1911, in Tampico, Illinois. He accomplished a successful movie career and later became President of the United States. Perhaps, this can be linked to his great exposure to multiple cultures, as presented by his family tree.

His mother was a Scottish-English, and his father, an Irish immigrant, located in Tampico, Illinois. During his young years, he had a successful theatrical life. He likely inherited his artistic genes from his father, who

happened to be a legendary storyteller. In the political sphere, he was a liberal and great follower of President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Reagan gained his love for politics by serving as Governor of California for 8 years; before assuming the Presidency in the United States of America.

He was married to Nancy Reagan. They settled on St. Cloud Road in Bel Air , California, after the end of his presidential term. Ronald Reagan died on June 5, 2004.

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his era was a revolutionary one. That spirit was being experienced in every aspect of social life. The emergence of multiple mediums of information exposed the audience to the other parts of the World and in “real time.” New ideas gave them a sense of authority, that was lacking during the previous eras.

C o n s e q u e n t l y, t h e  l m industry had, to some extent, respond

to the demands of the market. The conservative religious mass raised concerns over the type of content being broadcasted. The process of lm production during this era was limiting.

Someone had to save the dwindling situation. Thankfully, Hollywood had laid concessive fallback plans. The plan included partnerships with smaller lm entities to

counter an all-inclusive approach.

This put the audience at more liberal ground. There was something for everyone.

Hollywood took over with a bang. With the younger generation being more enthusiastic, they tended to dictate the theme of the production.

Hollywood, in its wisdom, resulted in directing their focus more on trends, to keep up. It worked.

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nother thing that kept Hollywood at par with the

market's rising demands, was shedding the baggage of

controlling the entire film industry. They put all their

energy into film production and maintaining a good flow of revenue.

They ensured the proper management of funds. Part of their revenue was used to maintain updated production tools for more exciting effects — such included CGI techniques, which has become today’s standard. Only very dynamic actors survived this era. Three of the biggest movie stars of this era were Dustin Hoffman, Robert De Niro, and Jack Nicholson.

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TV broadcasting was rallying behind, but behold, Hollywood had another card; the blockbuster lms came through.

It was a great way for Hollywood to keep their fan base without having to submit to the idea of selling their rights to the television people and companies.

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anaging the ballooning number of lm artists and maintaining the efciency of the new lm technology became a little too much for the industry; but the opportunists were on standby. The lm industry had to resort to either big partnerships from foreign investors or sell off huge pieces of the investment. All they wanted was for the trade to 184

survive. At some point, they even launched debuts in less prime areas across the borders to minimize the expenses. Japan was amongst the biggest beneciaries of the investment, thanks to its strong nancial muscle. Other corporations and men of means pounced at the chance to buy shares of up to 50% for themselves, as well as groom it to their liking. MGM

absorbed smaller companies such as the United Artist. Individuals like Marvin Davis, then a multimillionaire, seized 20th Century Fox. It was to get a major facelift, later rebranded to Fox, Inc. It was a sad moment for the original lm merchants to watch their long time investments disappear into the hands of entities that had no idea what it took to get there.

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onetheless, they were glad that their legacy still stood firm. But every case has an

exemption. Walt Disney seemed to have deep roots in the market as it remained

unshaken. Other interested onlookers in the industry like Miramax and New Line

Cinema decided to try their luck in wrestling with the now highly foreigners-dominated film space. Their independence gave them a competitive advantage. They started to make experimental and offbeat films to fill the gap left by other studios.

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heir success, however, required accurate risk assessment due to the competition and high technical maintenance. The focus now shifted to sustaining the industry, other than the quality of the content. But again, that would shower down the industry’s legacy. In an attempt to cover the gap, they focused on an objective selection of the actors. Other attempts to keep theatrical ags h i g h w e r e u n d e r w a y. T h e introduction of other means of creating an extra income stream for sustaining the big stars came through mediums like direct broadcast satellites, cable TV networks, videocassettes (and discs), and nowadays, streaming.

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Emmy for Loni LONI ANDERSON (1945)

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oni Kaye Anderson was born on August 5, 1945, in Saint Paul, Minnesota. She competed in many beauty pageants before she attended her senior year of high school.

Soon after graduating high school, she began modeling, but in a brief moment of romance, early marriage, and eventual divorce, her dream would be interrupted.

She never was crowned as a rst runner-up in any of the beauty contests in which she participated. Despite the ‘set-back’, she did not lose the hope of her dream. She juggled motherhood, studies, and TV career as an actress. She starred in “Born Yesterday” and “The Star-Spangled,” “Send Me No Flowers.”

Later in life, when things had leveled up, she gave love a second chance. Ross Bickell asked to marry her, and she said “YES!” Together, they relocated to Los Angeles in 1975. She would later continue to bless the screens with her beauty in sensual and sexy roles in TV series. One of her outstanding performances was her role in “Three's Company“ (1976-1984).

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Hollywood Family Man GLEN CAMPBELL (1936 — 2017)

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len Campbell was a string master. He was born in Billstown, Arkansas on April 22, 1936, where he spent his childhood years.

Before his fame, he was known as Glen Travis Campbell. His charm attracted several beauties into his love life. He was married ve times.

He played his guitar virtuously and rst performed at the pubs and clubs. He also commanded a great audience in his Branson Missouri theatre, which was his favorite stage. He wrote and produced in the production hit song, the “Little Honda” in 1964. Glen Campbell lived in Phoenix (Arcadia) a long time. He was active in the social scenes. His most famous songs were: “By The Time I Get To Phoenix,” and “Rhinestone Cowboy.”

He died in 2017 in Nashville, Tennessee.

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ohn Joseph Travolta was born on February 18, 1954, in Englewood, New Jersey. His mother was an actress, so he inherited his mother’s genes and his acting talent surfaced at a young age. His proud mother decided to take a chance with Travolta’s talent.

She enrolled him in a drama school in New York. His rst gig was “Who’ll Save the Plowboy?” His urge to dive into lming led him to drop out of school while still a minor.

He headed where all the big names on the screen tended to land before they were made — New York City stages.

He rst settled for random TV commercials.

These gigs put him in the limelight, but he realized that there was not much to expect after seeing how many other talented youngsters had lamded there. With now some substantial experience in front of the cameras, he headed to Hollywood, hoping for the best. But Hollywood did not welcome him with open arms. The best he got were insignicant roles in TV series. He decided to give New York another shot, doing the leading role in “Grease,” that part gave him the status of “A” list actor in Hollywood.

In the 1960s, Travolta permanently left for Hollywood. It was here that his star would shine in popular shows such as “The Devil’s Rain” (1975), “Medical Center” (1969), and “The Rookies” (1972) and many others. He is equally well remembered for his hit TV show, “Welcome Back Kotter.”

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I try to regret just enough to learn, so I don't do something again.

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30th Anniversary Golden Globe Awards AND ALL STARS

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arlene Hammond was invited to almost each and every Award Ceremony in Hollywood.

Historically, the rst Golden Globe Awards event was held in January 1944, at the 20th Century-Fox studios to honor the achievements in lm making.

The lm industry had come a long way, their crème of triumph was marked in 1943 through the introduction of the Golden Globe Awards. The venue of the event would be none other than 20th Century-Fox and was held in January 1944.

The event was created to recognize excellence in the lm industry — both American and International, as well as American Television. The 30th Golden Globe Awards, honoring the best in lm and television for 1972 lms, were held on January 28, 1973.

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George Burns

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Bright Flash of Hollywood ANDY WARHOL (1928 — 1987)

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ndy Warhol was born on August 6, 1928, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Growing up, Andy was a sickly child, but talent is a stubborn gift. It will always nd the way to display itself. Andy got his formal education at Schenley High School in Pittsburgh. He later acquired some technical skills at Carnegie Institute of Technology, but his passion was art. New York City was his dream destination; so Warhol headed there after his graduation. He was lucky to cross paths with an art editor whose name was Tina Fredericks. Tina was working for Glamour Magazine at the time.

She was impressed by Warhol’s talent and his rich art portfolio, and she instantly made some serious business arrangements with Glamor. His style became popular, earning him multiple gigs. In a couple of years, he had become established in his career

as a visual artist to the point of publishing his work. “One Blue Pussy” and “Twenty-Five Cats Named Sam” were his rst artwork that would be showcased.

The art market was hungry for these types of art. To maintain his relevance, he brought an intense color aspect to his work and invited other artists to collaborate with him.

Several decades down the line, he had made a tight connection and a strong reputation across a large network of top celebrities. Warhol was open to change and growth. His exhibit debuted in 1984 as a result of his partnership with other iconic personalities. The blend of his classical and modern techniques, brought out an epic spark. He was the brain behind his version of the popular pieces like “The Last Supper.” Warhol was fascinated with the celebrity stars and created multiple artworks featuring larger than life people.

Warhol died in 1987, after which the Andy Warhol Death Fund was created to honor his wish.

Warhol’s works are, today, fantastically expensive and desired!

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CHAPTER SEVEN

ABOUT THE

COLLECTION DARLENE HAMMOND PHOTOGRAPHY

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his book is the rst comprehensive reference point on the career and life of “Photographer of the Stars” Ms. Darlene Hammond.

Between 1966 and 1983, Darlene was at the peak of her career. She was invited as a headline photographer to more than 300 celebrity events.

Compiled here is an exciting representation of Hollywood's theatrical history thru Darlene Hammond’s eyes and camera. Marilyn Monroe and the big screen stars are represented in an appealing one-of-a-kind archive of more than 700,000 photographs, slides, negative, and notes.

The recovery of this collection marked the birth of this project. This extraordinary archive provides great insight to lm history makers.

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The Collection

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ully illustrated with Darlene Hammond's photography, this collection represents a vital historical record of Hollywood cinematography and a signicant contribution to the American lm culture and history. The highlights of the book

include exciting, never before seen shots, of celebrities and a rich selection of stories and facts.

It is a complete resource of Hollywood's biographical, career, screen credits, signicant awards, and nomination data from 1940s thru the early 1980s.

Darlene Hammond Collection THE WHOLE MOVIE ERA IN THE PHOTOS

This Collection of Darlene Hammond Photography includes: 1,433 Photo Pictures, 15,080 Slides 112,649 Negatives 2,235 Contact Sheets 1,787 Other Pieces, including but not limited to Personal Letters and other Personal Items.

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List of Celebrities DARLENE HAMMOND PHOTOGRAPHY

Alan Ald Alice Coope Allan Fawcett Allison Arngrim Amy Botwinick Andre Landzaat Andrew Stevens Andy Warhol Andy Williams Ann Lee Ann Southern Ann-margret Annette Funicello Audrey Hepburn Audrey Landers Ava Gardner Barbara Cassidy Barbara & Cary Grant Barbara Mandrell Barbara Rush Barbi Benton Barbra Streisand Ben Johnson Bernard Schwartz Bernie Lax Bert Schneide Betty Whi Beverly D’angelo Billie & Glen Campbell Bing Crosby Bo Hopkins Bob Culp Bob Hope Bob Stack Bob Wagner

Bob& Rosemary Stack Bobby Myron Bruce Lewis Buddy Hackett Buzz Aldrin Candace Faulkner Candy Bergen Carol Ohmart Carol Channing Carol Connors Cary Gra Cary Grant Cher Chris George Chuck Darnell Cindy Appleton Cindy Appleton Circus Vargas Char Clark Gable Clark Gable Connie & John Gavin Connie Selleca Conway Twitty Dana Wynter Danielle Brisebois Danny Devito David Flynn David Hasselhoff David Lee Roth David Niven David Wallace Dean Martin Dean Paul Martin Debbie Raynolds Debbie Reynolds

Denise Alexander Desi Arnaz Jr. Desi Arnaz Sr. Dinah Shore Dionne Warwick Dolly Parton Dolly Vinton Don And Judy Adams Donald O’Connor Donna Fargo Doris Day Dorothy Hamill Dottie West Doug Sheehan Douglas Barr Duny Cashin Dustin Hoffman Dyan Cannon Ed Mcmahon Eddie Fisher Eileen Dietz Elaine Hill Elinor Donahue Elizabeth Daly Elizabeth Taylor Elke Sommers Elvis Costello Emily McLaughlin Emmy Lou Harris Erin Horan Ernest Tubb Esther Williams Eve A Fernando Lamas Frank Laine 203

Frank Mccarthy Frank Sinatra Fred Clayton Gary Coleman Gary Collins Gary Cooper Gary Morton Gene Autry Genevieve Douglas George Burn George Gradow George Jones Gina Lolobridgida Ginger Rogers Glen Campbell Glen Campbell Goldie Hawn Gov Jerry Brown Grace Kelly Grainger Hines Greer Garson Greg Karras Hal Wallis Harold Breachers Helen Silver Henry Kissinger Henry Winkler Henry Wynberg Howard Bellamy Howard Morton Imogene Coco Inga Swenson Jack Gilardo Jack Gold Jaime Lee Curtis James Noble James Dean James Hampton Jane Branneky Jane Russel Jane Seymour Jane Wyman Janet Leigh Jay Vanvechten Jean Stapleton Jeanne Crain Jeff Conway Jerry Brown Jessi Colter Jim Stafford 204

Jimmy Carter Jimmy Durante Jinny Van Patten Jo Ann Pug Joan & Peter Graves Joanne Worley Joe Lou John & Connie Gavin John Beredino John Davidson John Roarke John Schneider John Travolta John Wayne Johnny Carson Johnny Lee Jonathan Ferrer Joni Ward Josh Taylor Joyce Becker June Alysson Karen Morrow Kari & Dick Clark Karl Mal Kate Abert Kate Jackson Katherine Ross Ken Baxte Kenny Rogers Kim Richards Kirk Douglas Kristie Burgess Lana Turner Larry Gatlin Lauren Bacall Leif Garrett Lillian Gish Linda Day Linda Purl Lisa Katselas Lisa Lindgren Loanne Bishop Lola Falana Loni Anderson Loretta Young Lorne Greene Lucille Ball Lucy Arnaz Lucy Ball Lydia Cornell

Lynn Topping Lynne Eriks Lynne Herring Maggie Eastwood Margo & Eddie Albert Maria Shriver Marilyn Monroe Marlon Brando Martha Hyer Martha Raye Marvin Page Mary Ann Mobley Mary Ann Mosley Mary Frann Mary Tyler Moore Matthew Laborteaux Melissa Gilber Mickey Rooney Michael Conrad Michael Pare Michael Whitney Michelle Phillips Mike Douglas Mike Connors Mike Todd Mike Warren Montgomery Clift Muhammad Ali Myron Floren Nancy Dussault Natalie Wood Neile Mcqueen Orson Welles P.k. Cole Pamela Powell Pat Hasrrington Pat Morrow Patricia Seaton Patty D Paul Brinkman Paul Newman Peggy Lee Peggy Lipton Perry Como Peter Graves Peter Lawford Peter Mark Richman Phil Vandevort Phyllis Diller Quincy Jones

Over 1,000 celebrities Quinn Cummings Rachel Ames Rad Daly Razzy Bailey Red Skelton Rhea Perlman Rhonda Rivera Ricardo & Georgiana Montalban Richard Chamberlain Rick & Jonnie Moses Rick Moses Rick Springeld Robert Guillaume Robert Mitchum Robert Wagner Rock Hudson Roger Miller Ron Platt Ronald Reagan Rosemary & Danny Thomas Rosemary Clooney Roy Thorsen Rupert Allen Sally Struther Sam Elliot Sam Jones

Sammy Davis Jr. Scott Baio Shell Kepler Sherry Lansing Sid Caesar Slim Pickins Sonny James Stella Stevens Steve Tracy Stuart Damon Susan Anton Susan Brown Susan Oliver Susan Pratt Susan Richardson Susan St. Jam Suzanne Barnes Tammy Wynette Tanya Tucker Tatum O’neal Ted Knight Thelma Huston Toffel Tom Albany Tom Hartzog Toni Tennille

Tony B Tony Curtis Tony Danza Tony Lawrence Tracy Bayne Trini Lopez Twiggy Tyrone Power Victoria & Ed McMahon Victor Mature Vidal Sassoon Vikki Carr Waylon Jennings Wayne Northrup William Holden Woody Herman Zsa Zsa Gabor

and many others 205

Events and Awards DARLENE HAMMOND BIBLIOGRAPHY

January 31, 1966 February 12, 1966

Hollywood Foreign Press Golden Globe Awards Screen Director Awards

February 22, 1968 May 21, 1968

Johnny Carson Show Grammy Awards

March 4, 1966

20th Century Fox Anniversary Party

March 4, 1968

March 6, 1966

Screen Producers Award Dinner

March 16, 1968

Editors Awards

Country and Western Awards

March 23, 1966

Screen Writers Awards

March 22, 1968

Screen Writers Awards

March 27, 1966

Cinema Editors Awards

May 21, 1968

Academy Award Rehersals

April 6, 1966

Miss Teen International Pageant

April 10, 1968

Academy Awards

April 18, 1966

Academy Awards

April 13, 1968

May 22, 1966

Emmy Awards

April 21, 1968

June 7, 1966

Nancy & Ronald Reagan @ Election Headquarters

Miss Teen International Pageant Dr Martin Luther King Rally at the Bowl

April 25, 1968

Emmy Nominations

October 8, 1966

Thalian's Ball

May 15, 1968

CBS TV Party

November 6, 1966

Dean Martin TV Show

May 19, 1968

Emmy Awards

May 25, 1968

Share Party

December 20, 1966 January 16, 1967 January 29, 1967

Hollywood Women's Press Club Awards Foreign Press Nomination Party B'Mai Brith "Man of the Year" Award to Bob Hope

June 18, 1968

ABC- TV Party at The Bistro

July 1, 1968

Bob Hope Party Jerry Lewis TV Show

March 17, 1967

Nat King Cole Birthday Ball

August 16, 1968

March 28, 1967

Writers Guild Awards

September 11, 1968

April 1, 1967

Cinema Editors Awards

November 23, 1968

April 7, 1967

Publicists Awards

February 6, 1969

Golden Globe Nominations

April 10, 1967

Academy Awards

February 24, 1969

Golden Globe Awards

May 10, 1967

Emmy Nomimations Party

March 9, 1969

Bob Hope TV Show Grammy Awards

Hollywood Press Club Dinner Thalians Ball

May 27, 1967

SHARE Party

March 12, 1969

June 1, 1967

Supremes Opening

March 22, 1969

June 4, 1967

Emmy Awards

April 14, 1969

Academy Awards

May 11, 1969

NBC Afliate Party

August 12, 1967

Rock Hudson Party for Carol Burnett

Friends of Robert Kennedy Dinner

May 20, 1905

Granada Theatre Opening

May 17, 1969

Share Party

May 20, 1967

Carol Burnet TV Show

June 8, 1969

Emmy Awards

October 7, 1967

Thalians Ball

May 26, 1969

Golden Globes (Century Plaza)

October 11, 1967

"Gone With the Wind" Preem

November 8, 1969

Thalians Ball

January 27, 1968

Hollywood Stars of Tomorrow Awards

November 26, 1969

Bing Crosby Special

December 14, 1969

Golden Apple Awards

December 19, 1969

Golden Apple Luncheon

February 12, 1968 February 14, 1968 206

Golden Globe Awards Academy of Professional Sports Awards

January 26, 1970

Elvis Presley Return Apperance Opening

March 18, 1972

Directors Awards

February 2, 1970

Golden Globe Awards

March 19, 1972

Local Emmy Awards

February 14, 1970

Directors Guild Awards

April 9, 1972

Academy Rehearsals

March 10, 1970

International Broadcasting Awards

April 10, 1972

Academy Awards

March 11, 1970

Grammy Awards

April 28, 1972

April 7, 1970

Academy Awards

May 3, 1972

NBC -TV Afliates

April 16, 1970

Sammy Davis Jr. ( Grove )

May 6, 1972

Emmy Local Awards

April 18, 1970

Local Emmy Awards

May 6, 1972

May 6, 1970

CBS Afliates Party

May 10, 1972

CBS - TV Afliates

May 16, 1970

Jimmy Durante ( Grove )

May 14, 1972

Emmy Awards

May 16, 1970

Share Boomtown Party

August 4, 1972

Marilyn Monroe Photo Exhibit Preview

May 18, 1970

Emmy Nomination Party

August 6, 1972

Hollywood Foreign Press Reception

June 3, 1970

L.A. Press Honoring John Wayne

September 10, 1972

CBS Dinner

June 7, 1970

Emmy Awards

ABC - TV Afliates Dinner

Share Party

September 10, 1972

CBS Dinner

July 12, 1970

NBC TV Film Festival

November 18, 1972

Image Awards

July 30, 1970

Diana Ross ( Grove )

January 13, 1973 March 3, 1973

ABC Party Screen Directors Guild Awards

March 16, 1973

"Screen Directors Awards"

March 20, 1973

INTL Broadcast Awards

September 14, 1970 October 3, 1970 October 4, 1970 October 30, 1970

Hollywood Foreign Press Installation Dinner Thalians Ball Gov. Ronald Reagan Rally TV Academy Honoring Johnny Carson

March 27, 1973

Academy Awards

November 15, 1970

Image Awards

March 31, 1973

February 5, 1971

Golden Globe Awards

May 6, 1973

NBC TV Dinner

March 12, 1971

Directors Guild Awards

May 20, 1973

Emmy Awards

March 13, 1971

Cinema Editors Awards

May 20, 1973

Emmy Awards

March 16, 1971

Grammy Awards

May 26, 1973

Songwriter's Awards

March 21, 1971

Local Emmy Awards

May 26, 1973

March 22, 1971

Country and Western Awards

July 21, 1973

NBC-TV Film Festival

March 23, 1971

INTL Broadcast Awards

July 21, 1973

Special Olympics at UCLA

July 22, 1973

NBC - TV Film Festival

January 26, 1974

Golden Globe Awards

April 15, 1971 May 4, 1971

Academy Awards ABC - TV Afliates Party

May 7, 1971

Emmy Awards

May 27, 1974

May 15, 1971

Share Party

May 27, 1974

June 13, 1971 July 18, 1971 September 12, 1971

Motion Picture and TV Relief Gala NBC - TV Film Festival ( Sheraton-Universal Hotel) Foreign Press Installation Party

American Film Institute

Share Party

American Film Institute Tribute Directors Guild Awards

May 27, 1974

Academy Awards

May 27, 1974

Share Party

May 28, 1974

Image Awards

September 12, 1971

CBS Party

December 1, 1974

October 9, 1971

Thalians Ball

February 9, 1975

November 21, 1971

Image Awards

February 18, 1975

American Music Awards

December 11, 1971

TV Academy Ball

February 22, 1975

Hall of Fame Awards

December 12, 1971

Golden Apple Awards

March 2, 1975

Barry Manilow Opening

March 4, 1975

Peoples Choice Awards

December 14, 1971

USO Dinner Honoring Bob Hope

TV Academy Ball Honoring Dinah Shore American Film Institute Dinner Honoring Orson Welles

February 6, 1972

Golden Globe Awards

March 11, 1975

INTL Broadcast Awards

March 14, 1972

Grammy Awards

April 4, 1975

Publicists Guild Luncheon 207

April 8, 1975 April 27, 1975 May 10, 1975

Academy Awards Columbia Studio 50th Anniversary Party Share Party

February 19, 1977 March 1, 1977

IBA Awards Intl Broadcasting Awards NBC - TV Film Festival (Sheraton Universal)

CBS TV Afl. Party

July 24, 1977

May 18, 1975

NBC TV Afl Dinner

August 27, 1977

May 29, 1975 July 20, 1975 July 21, 1975 August 9, 1975

Emmy Awards ABC Afl. Dinner NBC TV Film Festival ( Sheraton - Universal Hotel) Variety Club Honoring Carol Burnett Rock Music Awards

AFI Award to Bette Davis

March 2, 1977

May 14, 1975 May 19, 1975

Grammy Awards

"U.S. Against the World " Spec.

September 11, 1977

Emmy Awards

September 15, 1977

Rock Awards

September 23, 1977

Local Emmy Awards

October 4, 1977

March of Dimes Award to George Burns

November 4, 1977

Friars Award to Lucille Ball Scopus Award to John Wayne

October 17, 1975

Thalians Ball Honoring Debbie Reynolds

November 6, 1977

October 25, 1975

Friars Dinner Honoring Gene Kelly

November 13, 1977

Elizabeth Taylor Tribute (Burbank Studios) Elizabeth Taylor Tribute (Burbank Studios)

November 1, 1975

Marines 200th Birthday

November 13, 1977

December 11, 1975

Manns Theatre Opening (Westwood)

November 19, 1977

Thalians Ball

December 12, 1975

Hollywood Foreign Press xmas Party

December 12, 1977

HWPC Awards

January 31, 1976

American Music Awards

January 11, 1978

ABC TV Party (C. Plaza Hotel)

February 19, 1976

Peoples Choice Awards

January 14, 1978

Science Fiction Awards

February 28, 1976

Grammy Awards

January 16, 1978

American Music Awards

March 4, 1976 March 21, 1976

INTL Broadcast Awards Filmex Opening

January 18, 1978

Joshua Logan Opening (Backlot Theatre)

February 4, 1978

TV Academy Honoring Fred Astaire

March 26, 1976

Publicists Guild Awards

February 20, 1978

May 5, 1976

CBS TV Afl. Dinner

February 23, 1978

May 6, 1976

Party for First Lady Betty Ford

March 1, 1978

AFI Award Honoring Henry Fonda

May 17, 1976

Emmy Awards (Shubert Theatre)

March 4, 1978

Iris Awards Banquet (Bonaventure)

March 31, 1978

Publicists Guild Awards

May 22, 1976

Share Party

Peoples Choice Awards Party Grammy Awards

May 26, 1976

ABC Afl. Dinner

April 3, 1978

Academy Awards

June 12, 1976

Hall of Fame Awards

April 27, 1978

Country Music Awards

June 24, 1976

ABC TV Party

May 10, 1978

CBS TV Afl. Dinner

July 25, 1976

NBC TV Film Festival

May 20, 1978

September 18, 1976

Rock Music Awards

May 24, 1978

ABC TV Afl Dinner

September 22, 1976

Paramount Party

June 22, 1978

ABC TV Party (C. Plaza Hotel)

October 2, 1976

Thalians Ball

July 29, 1978

Thalians Party Emmy awards

Share Party

October 3, 1976

Rock and Roll Tennis Festival

September 17, 1978

October 3, 1976

Rock and Roll Tennis Festival

September 23, 1978

ABC TV Party (PhotoPlay)

October 16, 1976

Share Party (20th Century Fox Studio)

October 24, 1978

Improvisation Anniversary

November 7, 1976 November 14, 1976 December 1, 1976 December 19, 1976

TV Academy Ball Honoring Mary Tyler Moore Scopus Award to Frank Sinatra

November 11, 1978

Thalians Ball

November 12, 1978

Scopus Awards

"American Bandstand 25th Anniv." Dinner

November 19, 1978

Jimmy Stewart Tribute (Variety Club)

Hollywood Womens Press Club Xmas Party

December 17, 1978

Hollywood Womens Press Club Xmas Party

January 31, 1977

American Music Awards

January 12, 1979

February 10, 1977

Peoples Choice Awards

February 15, 1979

Grammy Awards

March 7, 1979

AFI Dinner

February 13, 1977 208

Thalians Party ( Bev. Wilshire Hotel)

American Music Awards

“

Darline Hammond's career peaked between 1966 and 1983. She was invited to be the headliner photographer to more than 300 events and awards ceremonies.

“ March 10, 1979

Directors Awards

January 20, 1981

George Burns 85th Birthday Party

March 19, 1979

Academy Awards

January 30, 1981

American Music Awards

March 31, 1979 April 9, 1979 May 2, 1979

TV Academy Dinner (C.Plaza) Academy Awards Country Music Awards (Palladium)

March 3, 1981

IBA Awards

March 5, 1981

Peoples Choice Awards Palladium

March 14, 1981

Directors Guild Awards

May 10, 1979

ABC TV Party (Paramount)

March 27, 1981

May 15, 1979

NBC TV Party (Afl.) (C.Plaza)

April 10, 1981

AFI Award to Fred Astaire

April 30, 1981

Academy of Country Music Awards

May 19, 1979 May 22, 1979

Share Party (Paladium) Ocean Records Party (Sand and Sea Club)

May 1, 1981

Academy Awards

Share Party

May 23, 1979

CBS TV Afl. Dinner

May 6, 1981

May 31, 1979

Disco Music Awards (Palladuim)

September 13, 1981

Emmy Awards

October 24, 1981

Thalians Ball

June 21, 1979 September 9, 1979 October 13, 1979 October 14, 1979

ABC TV Party (C.Plaza) Emmy Awards Thalians Ball (Palladium) Youth in Film Awards (Sheraton - Universal)

December 13, 1981

ABC-TV Afl Dinner

Golden Apple awards (H.W.P.C. Party)

January 25, 1982

American Music Awards

January 30, 1982

Golden Globe Awards Directors Awards

November 1, 1979

Nato Awards (Bonaventure)

March 13, 1982

November 2, 1979

Friars Tribute to Jimmy Stewart

March 15, 1982

February 11, 1980

American Movie Awards

March 18, 1982

Peoples Choice Awards

American Movie Awards (Nato)

February 27, 1980

Grammy Awards

March 23, 1982

IBA Awards (C.Plaza)

March 10, 1980

IBA Awards ( C. Plaza)

March 29, 1982

Academy Awards

March 15, 1980

Directors Awards

April 29, 1982

April 14, 1980

Academy Awards

May 8, 1982

May 1, 1980 May 17, 1980 May 20, 1980 December 14, 1980

Academy of Country Music Awards (Knotts Berry Farm) Share Party NBC TV Party (Afl.) (C.Plaza) Golden Apple Awards

May 12, 1982

Academy of Country Music Awards (Knotts Berry Farm) Share Party ABC - TV Afl. Dinner

September 19, 1982

Emmy Awards

October 9, 1982

Thalians Ball

May 9, 1983

Academy of Country Music Awards 209

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