The Ultimate Tragedy: Frances Farmer

Frances Elena Farmer was born on September 19, 1913 in Seattle, Washington. After her parents separated, Frances and her siblings moved to Los Angeles to be near their aunt in 1917. By 1919 the Farmer children were back in Seattle with their father with their mother returning in 1920. In 1929, Frances’ parents finally got […]

Happy (Belated) Birthday Eva!

A true glamour icon is always fashionably late, yes? So using that logic I’m not belated in wishing Eva a happy birthday, I’m right on time! Okay, so I spaced on it yesterday. Eva Gabor was the youngest of the gorgeous Gabor sisters. Born February 11, 1919, Eva was the first to immigrate to the […]

Book Review: Affectionately Jayne

Let me start by saying that this book is tied for my favorite book on Jayne. Also note that it is NOT a biography. While it contains one, it is mostly of an extended filmography filled with behind the scenes information that lets you know what was going on during filming both personally and professionally […]

Have You Seen “The Secret Life of Marilyn Monroe”?

If so I HIGHLY recommend that you check out my girl Kylie’s blog (Yes, we have met in real life and talk nearly every day. None of this fake online friend stuff). She has written the best debunking article on this horrific Lifetime biopic out there. Here’s an excerpt from her latest post. You’ll notice […]

Opinion: Marilyn And Typecasting

Let me start by saying that I know this is going to ruffle a few feathers. Let me make it clear, I am stating nothing about Marilyn’s dramatic acting ability. I don’t think anyone can deny that she gave fine performances in some of her dramatic roles, especially “The Misfits” and fan favorite, “Bus Stop.” […]