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Michelle Williams - HoBo #13 by Mark Segal, Summer 2011
Daniel Day Lewis was spotted between takes at a restaurant with his Abe Lincoln beard. His portrayal of Lincoln comes out this time next year. (image via Slashfilm)
Marilyn was a big supporter of the Civil Rights Movement. Ella Fitzgerald was one of Marilyn’s idols and a major inspiration. However, the Mocambo nightclub in West Hollywood, the most popular dance spot at the time, refused to let Ella perform there because she was black. Outraged, Marilyn told the owners that if they would let Ella perform, she would be there in the front row every time Ella was onstage. She did, and the two became friends.
According to the great Ella Fitzgerald:
“I owe Marilyn Monroe a real debt…it was because of her that I played the Mocambo, a very popular nightclub in the ’50s. She personally called the owner of the Mocambo, and told him she wanted me booked immediately, and if he would do it, she would take a front table every night. She told him - and it was true, due to Marilyn’s superstar status - that the press would go wild. The owner said yes, and Marilyn was there, front table, every night. The press went overboard. After that, I never had to play a small jazz club again. She was an unusual woman - a little ahead of her times. And she didn’t know it.”
Michael Caine sweeping Natalie Wood off her feet photographed by Billy Ray, 1966.
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Can I talk about how I love Martin Schoeller’s work.
What strikes me so amazing in his photography is how well he captures a natural essence from these people. Plus, look at the eyes. They’re obviously the center of attention and they just draw you in. It’s stunning to say the least.
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