89 years ago today, June 21, 1933: Jean Harlow, recently returned home to Kansas City, Missouri, to visit her grandparents, poses with neighborhood children on the porch of her grandparents’ home at 2304 N. 12th St. Harlow had just completed a visit to the ‘33 Chicago World’s Fair, “Century of Progress”. These children were identified … Continue reading Harlow History: Harlow at Home in Kansas City (June 1933)
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Studio “Candids”, 1933
A pair of “candids” (i.e. obviously posed pictures) of a lovely Jean Harlow taking a stroll on the MGM lot, 1933. A creature of habit, she’s yet again wearing a dress you can spot multiple times in different portraits from this era, as well as her usual tennis shoes. (Apparently Louis B. Mayer was … Continue reading Studio “Candids”, 1933
Today in Harlow History: Uh Oh’s and Eskimos
Naturally, I’m known for my horribly cheesy post titles, so that’s how we’ll start out today’s Harlow History post. Let’s get crackin’: This day in Harlow History, April 2, 1933: at the tail end of her mourning period following the death of Paul Bern, Jean Harlow attends a Hollywood party at director Woody Van Dyke’s … Continue reading Today in Harlow History: Uh Oh’s and Eskimos
Harlow History: Colleen Moore’s Christmas Party (1933)
Harlow and her husband, cinematographer Hal Rosson, photographed at Colleen Moore’s Christmas party at the latter’s Bel Air mansion, December 1933.Harlow was also captured posing with Colleen herself, Dick Powell, and Mary Brian. “Christmas Spirit is poured into Dick Powell’s glass by hostess Colleen Moore as Jean Harlow looks on during the Christmas Day party … Continue reading Harlow History: Colleen Moore’s Christmas Party (1933)
Harlow’s Imaginary Son, Bobby Caldwell
Jean Harlow and Clark Gable hold their movie son, little Bobby Caldwell, in publicity/production stills for Hold Your Man (1933). The purpose of these portraits, along with all numbered stills from MGM, can be determined by examining the photography codes. These are usually found written in one of the bottom corners, as seen here. First, … Continue reading Harlow’s Imaginary Son, Bobby Caldwell
Jean in the Long Beach Quake, 1933
Eighty seven years ago today, a terrific 6.4 temblor led to widespread chaos all around the greater Los Angeles area. The 1933 Long Beach earthquake had been one of the most destructive in recent years -- comparisons were immediately made to the infamous 1906 San Francisco quake, which was still fresh in public memory. The … Continue reading Jean in the Long Beach Quake, 1933
Harlow and the Platinum Peony
On June 12, 1933, Harlow arrived in Chicago to attend the Century of Progress International Exhibit; also known as the 1933 World's Fair. Her stay was brief, but a highlight included her visit to the fair's massive horticultural exhibit. The Garden and Flower Show spread over five acres, indoors and out. The show was made … Continue reading Harlow and the Platinum Peony
Colonel Harlow on KHJ Radio, 1933
Did you know Jean was a Colonel? Honorarily, at least. November 28, 1933: Jean Harlow appears on a variety radio program hosted by KHJ, which featured a company of honorary celebrity “colonels” commissioned by Governor Laffoon of Kentucky. Other colonels that appeared on the program included Clark Gable, Will Rogers, and Mae West. … Continue reading Colonel Harlow on KHJ Radio, 1933
1933: Jean Harlow and William Haggin Perry
The year 1933 was a big one for Jean Harlow; riddled with blockbuster films, social outings, and quite a few dates. After Harlow's mourning period for Paul Bern ended in March, she kept the company of a few different men including young Jesse Lasky, John Arledge (who bore a striking resemblance to Charles McGrew), and … Continue reading 1933: Jean Harlow and William Haggin Perry
