You Must Remember This 30: Star Wars Episode IV: Gene Tierney (Or: The Many Loves of Howard Hughes, Chapter 5)
Jan 27, 2015
Dive into the captivating life of Gene Tierney, a star of 1940s film noir, whose personal life was as dramatic as her roles. Discover her tumultuous relationships, including with Howard Hughes and Jack Kennedy, revealing the complexity of love and fame. Explore her struggles with mental health, intertwined with her Hollywood successes. The narrative examines how motherhood and personal tragedies shaped her resilience and legacy in film, offering a poignant glimpse into the soul of a legendary actress.
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Howard Hughes' Elusive Courtship
- Howard Hughes courted young Gene Tierney with grand gestures but little intimacy.
- She sensed early he would be elusive in her life and was cautious about his seriousness.
German Measles Tragedy
- Gene contracted German measles while pregnant, unknowingly causing severe disability in her daughter.
- The infection occurred after a fan broke quarantine at the Hollywood Canteen during the war.
Art Amidst Personal Trauma
- Gene made her best, most defining films during the traumatic early years of motherhood.
- Her performances helped define noir femme fatale tropes amid personal heartbreak.
