In the Golden Age of Hollywood, there was no shortage of bad guys. But one actor who stood out from the rest was Lee Van Cleef. With his piercing eyes and intimidating ‘mean mug’, Van Cleef was a favorite among fans of the era. But was he really a Hollywood bad guy? Van Cleef was…
Jane Wyman: The Golden Star Who Married & Divorced Ronald Reagan
When it comes to Hollywood’s Golden Age, one name stands out: Jane Wyman. Her career spanned decades, during which she won an Academy Award and had a successful television run. To this day, her legacy still lives on and is remembered by generations of fans. Let’s take a closer look at this iconic star and…
Remembering “An Affair to Remember”
The 1957 film, An Affair to Remember, directed by Leo McCarey, has been called one of the most romantic movies in cinematic history. Part of the reason was the palpable on-screen chemistry between the film’s stars, Cary Grant and Deborah Kerr and part can be credited to the unique directorial style of Leo McCarey. Let’s…
Johnny Weissmuller: Austrian-Born Athlete Turned Actor
In the 1920s, you would have only seen Johnny Weissmuller’s name in connection with the Olympic games or other international swimming competitions. He was the Michael Phelps of his era, winning meet after meet. He was a gold medalist in both the 1924 Summer Olympics in Paris and the 1928 Summer Olympics in Amsterdam, set…
Before There Was Drew, There Was Ethel Barrymore
The Barrymore family remains one of the greatest acting dynasties of Hollywood, from the Golden Era to present day. The current branch of the Barrymore family tree includes actress Drew Barrymore, star of E.T., 50 First Dates, Charlie’s Angels, Ever After, and Irreconcilable Differences. But before the lovely Drew Barrymore graced the big screen, there…