In 1945, comprising singer Dean Martin met a young comic named Jerry Lewis at the Glass Hat Club in New York, where both men were performing. Martin and Lewis debuted at Atlantic City’s 500 Club on July 25, 1946, when Lewis suggested to the club owner that Martin would be a good replacement for theContinue reading “Dean Martin & Jerry Lewis: 39 Amazing Photographs of the Comedy Duo in the 1940s and 1950s”
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30 Wonderful Vintage Portrait Photos of the Dare Sisters, Phyllis and Zena, From the Early 20th Century
Two of the most stunning and popular actresses of Edwardian England were the sisters Dare, Phyllis (1890–1975) and Zena (1887–1975), who for decades delighted audiences in London’s West End and on tour. At the height of their fame, their likenesses graced hundreds of picture postcards, which were sold across the country. As a boy, theContinue reading “30 Wonderful Vintage Portrait Photos of the Dare Sisters, Phyllis and Zena, From the Early 20th Century”
22 Wonderful Photographs of Claude Monet in His Studio and His Garden at Giverny
Claude Monet is the founder of the Impressionism, and he’s the key figure which allows us to understand the transformation process occurred from the second half of 19th century to the early 20th century. Monet’s works still arouse immense enthusiasm among his many fans, and the success of exhibitions displaying his paintings is guaranteed. ClaudeContinue reading “22 Wonderful Photographs of Claude Monet in His Studio and His Garden at Giverny”
Cléo de Mérode: The Glamorous Dancer and Model of the Belle Époque
Born 1875 in Paris, French dancer and model Cléo de Mérode was sent to study dance the age of eight, and made her professional debut at age eleven. Mérode became renowned for her glamour even more than for her dancing skills. A particular new hairstyle she chose to wear became the talk of Parisian womenContinue reading “Cléo de Mérode: The Glamorous Dancer and Model of the Belle Époque”
48 Wonderful Photos Showing the Cinematic Career of Actress Billie Dove During the 1920s & 1930s
In her silent heyday, this ravishing and highly photogenic star, known for her voluptuous femininity on the silent screen, rivaled that of Mary Pickford, Marion Davies and Clara Bow in popularity. She retired after only a few years into the talking picture era, however, and is not as well-remembered in today’s film circles as theContinue reading “48 Wonderful Photos Showing the Cinematic Career of Actress Billie Dove During the 1920s & 1930s”
Bonnie and Clyde: 25 Amazing Photographs of the Most Famous Gangster Couple in the Early 1930s
Bonnie Elizabeth Parker (October 1, 1910 – May 23, 1934) and Clyde Champion Barrow (March 24, 1909 – May 23, 1934) were an American criminal couple who traveled the Central United States with their gang during the Great Depression, known for their bank robberies, although they preferred to rob small stores or rural gas stations.Continue reading “Bonnie and Clyde: 25 Amazing Photographs of the Most Famous Gangster Couple in the Early 1930s”
49 Vintage Photos of Burt Reynolds From the 1970s & 1980s
Burton Leon Reynolds Jr. (February 11, 1936 – September 6, 2018) was an American actor, director, and producer of film and television, considered a sex symbol and icon of American popular culture. Reynolds first rose to prominence when he starred in several different television series such as Gunsmoke (1962–1965), Hawk (1966), and Dan August (1970–1971).Continue reading “49 Vintage Photos of Burt Reynolds From the 1970s & 1980s”
60 Stunning Photos of Brigitte Bardot from the 1950s & 1960s
30 Vintage Photos of Mobster Bugsy Siegal
Jewish American infamous mobster Benjamin “Bugsy” Siegel was born on February 28, 1906 in New York. From his early days as a street thug, he rose to become a feared crime boss, bookmaker and Hollywood playboy who conspired with the likes of Meyer Lansky and Lucky Luciano. Bugsy Siegel also headed several bootlegging and racketeeringContinue reading “30 Vintage Photos of Mobster Bugsy Siegal”
45 Stunning Photos of Barbara Eden in the 1960s
Born 1931 as Barbara Jean Morehead in Tucson, Arizona, American film, stage, and television actress, and singer Barbara Eden is best known for her starring role of “Jeannie” in the sitcom I Dream of Jeannie (1965). Eden has starred in more than 20 theatrical feature films and made for television films. Atleast four different movieContinue reading “45 Stunning Photos of Barbara Eden in the 1960s”
