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Forced Arranged Marriage
- Howard Hughes was forced into an arranged marriage at 18 to Ella Rice to appear responsible and keep control of his inheritance.
- Despite this, Hughes and Ella lived largely separate lives, with Hughes pursuing Hollywood and affairs elsewhere.
Hell’s Angels Obsession
- Hughes obsessively directed Hell's Angels, spending millions and risking his fortune to make a blockbuster.
- His passion for aviation and filmmaking intertwined, revealing his drive for Hollywood power despite personal costs.
Jean Harlow’s Rise
- Hughes adapted Hell's Angels from silent to sound film, replacing the female lead with Jean Harlow for sex appeal.
- He coined Harlow as the 'platinum blonde,' exploiting her image to embody sex, money, and power in Hollywood.