English Rose: 30 Portraits of a Young and Beautiful Deborah Kerr in the 1940s
This post was originally published on this siteIn the 1940s, Deborah Kerr (September 30, 1921 – October 16, 2007) evolved from a promising young stage […]
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Studio Portraits of Madeline Kahn Taken by Jack Mitchell in New York City, 1974
This post was originally published on this siteIn 1974, famed American photographer Jack Mitchell photographed actress and comedic icon Madeline Kahn at his studio in […]
20 Portraits of Greer Garson as Elizabeth Bennet in the Classic 1940 Film Adaptation of “Pride and Prejudice”
This post was originally published on this siteGreer Garson delivered a iconic, spirited performance as Elizabeth Bennet in Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer’s 1940 film adaptation of Pride and […]
Eleanor Powell: Queen of Tap in Golden Age Hollywood
This post was originally published on this siteEleanor Powell (1912–1982) was an American dancer and actress celebrated as one of the greatest tap dancers of […]
40 Vintage Photos of 1940s Young Women in Crop Tops and Midriffs
This post was originally published on this siteThese vintage photos capture young women of the 1940s wearing crop tops and midriff-baring styles that stood out […]
Anna Magnani’s Love for Rome’s Stray Cats
This post was originally published on this siteAnna Magnani, one of Italy’s most iconic and emotionally raw actresses, was celebrated not only for her unforgettable […]
33 Vintage Covers of Science Fiction Quarterly in the 1940s and ’50s
This post was originally published on this siteScience Fiction Quarterly was an American pulp science fiction magazine published in two runs, from 1940 to 1943 […]
The Amazing Story of Joseph Schleifstein, a Four-Year-Old Jewish Boy Who Survived Buchenwald
This post was originally published on this siteJoseph Schleifstein (born March 7, 1941) is one of the youngest known survivors of the Buchenwald concentration camp. […]
Graceful and Elegant Photos of Greta Garbo Taken by Cecil Beaton in New York in April 1946
This post was originally published on this siteCecil Beaton was one of the most important photographers of the last century. The Royal Family, famous celebrities, […]
27 Gorgeous Photos Show Lauren Bacall’s Fantastic Legs
This post was originally published on this siteLauren Bacall was the very definition of classic Hollywood glamour, and yes, her legs were legendary. Those long, […]
The Story of the Ovitz Family, the Dwarfs Who Survived Auschwitz
This post was originally published on this siteThe Ovitz family was a Jewish family of performers from Transylvania, Romania, who became famous as the Liliput […]
Merle Oberon: Exotic Beauty of Classic Hollywood
This post was originally published on this siteMerle Oberon (1911–1979) was a glamorous Anglo-Indian actress who became one of the defining beauties of 1930s and […]
33 Amazing Photographs From the Set of the 1941 Classic Noir Film “The Maltese Falcon”
This post was originally published on this siteThe Maltese Falcon (1941) is a landmark American film noir that fundamentally birthed the visual and thematic language […]
Hazel Court: Glamorous Scream Queen of Classic Horror
This post was originally published on this siteHazel Court (1926–2008) was a British actress best known for her memorable roles in 1950s and 1960s horror […]
Exclusive Interview: Freddie Mercury’s Mother on Her ‘Dear Boy’
This post was originally published on this site8 September 2012 – An exclusive interview by Angela Levin with Jer Bulsara on her “Dear Boy” is […]
Frances Dee: Elegant Beauty of Classic Hollywood
This post was originally published on this siteFrances Dee (1909–2004) was an American actress known for her delicate beauty and refined screen presence during Hollywood’s […]
Roecliff & Chapman Model: Elegant British Postwar Ready-to-Wear
This post was originally published on this siteRoecliff & Chapman Model was a British ready-to-wear fashion house active in the late 1940s and ’50s, specializing […]
Some Snapshots of Laura Ingalls Wilder and Her Husband, Almanzo Wilder, in the 1940s
This post was originally published on this siteLaura Ingalls Wilder and Almanzo Wilder shared a remarkable 64-year marriage that spanned the late frontier era of […]
Ruth Roman: Striking Star of Classic Hollywood
This post was originally published on this siteRuth Roman (1922–1999), born Norma Roman, was an American actress known for her strong screen presence and dramatic […]
Rare Vintage Covers of Unknown Magazine (1939–1943)
This post was originally published on this siteThese rare vintage covers of Unknown magazine (later known as Unknown Worlds) showcase the distinctive visual style of […]
Mardee Hoff, the Girl With the Most Beautiful Figure in America
This post was originally published on this siteMardee Hoff (born Marjorie Saunders Hoff, November 4, 1914 – April 27, 2004) was an American model and […]
Toni Hollingsworth: Elegant Face of 1940s Fashion
This post was originally published on this siteToni Hollingsworth was an American fashion model active in the 1940s, known for her refined features and sophisticated […]
The Best Portraits of a Young and Beautiful Joan Blondell
This post was originally published on this siteJoan Blondell was one of Hollywood’s most resilient, hard-working, and charismatic stars during the 1930s and 1940s. Her […]
Patricia Neal: Powerful Star of Classic Hollywood
This post was originally published on this sitePatricia Neal (1926–2010) was an American actress celebrated for her intelligence, strength, and deeply expressive performances. She rose […]
Ramsay Ames: Sultry Beauty of 1940s B-Movies
This post was originally published on this siteRamsay Ames (1919–1998), born Ramsay Phillips, was an American actress, model, and dancer known for her striking beauty […]