Life and Times of Sinatra From Crooner to Star Actor
In a long exclusive interview Frank Sinatra reflects on his rise from Hoboken boy to Hollywood star. He discusses the Bobby soxer era, his Ava Gardner marriage, career comebacks, and his plans to produce films and seek TV deals while maintaining financial stability.
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Sinatra Nixed Waterfront Role and Academy Notes
Hollywood notes report Rita Hayworth’s Columbia contract ends and a fight over her career may follow. Jennifer Jones exited The Country Girl due to pregnancy Grace Kelly took the role. Sinatra was slated for On the Waterfront early on but Marlon Brando won the part. Judy Garland’s Oscar status sparked debate among MGM supporters.
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Guys and Dolls Script Chooses Careful Pace For Liberace
NEA report from Hollywood says Liberace must slow down during Las Vegas engagement and before his Warner film Sincerely Yours after a New York collapse and three show withdrawals due to prior pneumonia and recent breakdown. Marlon Brando flubbed lines on the first day of Guys and Dolls as director Joe Mankiewicz notes.
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Hollywood Gossip and TV News Roundup
A bustling Hollywood notes column covers Sam Goldwyn nerves over a $5 million project, Joyce Holden modeling work and a telefilm bid, Betty Grable quashing quits rumors, Rory Calhoun’s TV party, Greta Garbo gossip with CBS, Tita Purdom’s eye brow lifting stories, Dick Moegle near MGM for an acting contract, and hotel openings in Vegas with Jane Russell. Also tidbits on Stewart Granger, Bill Wellman family moments, Ann Sheridan’s stealth return to Mexico, plus MGM first refusal on Silk Stockings and other industry chatter.
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