Hollywood Forever CemeteryCecil B. DeMilleMarion Davies Bugsy SiegelTyrone PowerWhere do the stars go for their final rest? They are spread out all over Los Angeles, but many have plots at Hollywood Forever Cemetery. Morbid subject? Not really. Many people, including me, are fascinated with both the lives and deaths of Hollywood royalty. The cemetery is actually located on part of the Paramount Studios land, which is fitting, since it is still right in the middle of the "action."There are ... Continue Reading
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Jane Russell–more than 38"?
Jane Russell was the daughter of an actress, and was trying to break into Hollywood, when Howard Hughes discovered her in his dentist's office. According to Hughes, he was looking for a woman with an ample "chest" to be cast in his film, "The Outlaw," in 1943. The film caused a storm of controversy due primarily to the amount of cleavage shown by Russell onscreen, and, after brief releases in 1941 and 1943, it was not officially released until 1950. The controversy brought her much publicity, ... Continue Reading
Boop Boop a Doop…Betty Boop
Happy 1st of November everyone! I can't believe how fast this year is flying by! I was looking through some pics of adorable costumes last night and found one I loved...Betty Boop! It made me wonder about where Betty came from so I decided to find out and do a post about her!"Betty is best remembered for her red-hot jazz baby persona. With a head like a giant peanut, vast mascara'd eyes, too-kissable lips, baby-doll voice (courtesy of singer Mae Questel), flattened marcelled hair, and mere ... Continue Reading