William Desmond Taylor was a Hollywood actor, director, and producer during the silent film era of the early 20th century. He was an influential figure in the industry, yet his life ended tragically in a still unsolved murder. Let’s take a closer look at the life and mysterious death of William Desmond Taylor. William Desmond…
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The Warner Brothers: The Siblings Behind Warner Bros. Studio
Few movie studios during the Golden Age of Hollywood had the same clout and prestige as Warner Bros. But who were the men behind the studio? The name of the studio implies that it was a family business, and as we will see, it was the brainchild of a set of impressive siblings. Let’s take…
Eight of the Hottest Redheads of the Golden Age of Hollywood
Thank goodness for Technicolor. It showcased the glorious locks of Hollywood’s hottest redheads. From strawberry blondes to fiery gingers, the Golden Age of Hollywood was made more colorful by the crowning achievements of these eight beauties of the silver screen. Maureen O’Hara Maureen O’Hara was a redheaded firecracker of a Hollywood star that had a…
Anna May Wong: How a Chinese-American Actress Pioneered Hollywood
The name Anna May Wong may not be immediately recognizable to classic movie fans, but her pioneering career during Hollywood’s Golden Era set the stage for the diverse representation of Asian actors in the entertainment industry today. Wong’s career was significant not only for her strides in breaking down racial barriers, but also for her…
The Most Beautiful Dress of the Golden Age of Hollywood
In the classic 1951 movie, A Place in the Sun, then-17-year-old Elizabeth Taylor wowed in an iconic white dress that became one of the most talked-about pieces of fashion in modern film history. Liz Taylor’s gown from A Place in the Sun has been called the most beautiful dress of the Golden Age of Hollywood,…