Boomtown Special Preview Episode: Elizabeth the First. The Early Years
Nov 30, 2022
In this insightful discussion, Tim Mendelson, Trustee for Elizabeth Taylor’s estate and an officer of the Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation, shares intriguing stories from Taylor’s early life. He highlights her ambitious spirit and the challenges she faced in a male-dominated Hollywood. Listeners learn about her privileged upbringing, her love for horses, and the intense power dynamics within the studio system. Mendelson paints a vivid picture of Elizabeth’s journey from a spirited youth in England to a determined young actress navigating the glitz and constraints of Tinseltown.
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes