Finally found the probable origin of that B.S. “the dress was too tight to sit down” story in regard to those Dinner at Eight pictures which show Harlow on a leaning board. Now I can close my case. From Schickel’s “The Stars”, 1962: Contrary to popular belief, Harlow could sit down just fine (and was … Continue reading Myths: The Dress Too Tight to Sit
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Harlow and Cukor
Born on this day: George Cukor (July 7, 1899 — January 24, 1983), a venerable contributor to the world of the Woman’s Picture who helped Jean Harlow breathe life into Kitty Packard, her iconic role in his Dinner at Eight (1933). Shown here on the set together in two photos; one posing with Harlow on … Continue reading Harlow and Cukor
