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31 Rare Photos Of Classic Hollywood Stars
Lucille Ball looking glamorous as all hell in 1942. And here's Ginger Rogers, age 65, wiping sweat off her face after rehearsing for her nightclub show and showing off her strong dancer's legs. The Marx Brothers serving cocktails at the Savoy Hotel in London. In case you also don't recognize them out of costume, from left to right, that's Zeppo, Harpo, Groucho, and Chico. Doris Day at her Los Angeles home in 1951 with her dogs Beanie and Smudge. Lana Turner testifies at the trial of her teenage daughter, Cheryl Crane. Crane killed Turner's abusive gangster boyfriend, Johnny Stompanato, in what the jury deemed a "justifiable homicide." Sidney Poitier and his wife Joanna Shimkus pushing their child in a stroller through London Heathrow Airport. Here's Rita Hayworth posing for a pic after donating her car's bumper in a World War II scrap drive. Putting this pic of Greta Garbo flexing in 1926 on my vision board for how I want my summer to be. Jerry Lewis getting his butt kicked by Pierre the chimpanzee. The OG Pink Panther Peter Sellers with his wife Anne Hayes and their son Michael. Here's Kim Novak playing cards with the crew behind the scenes of a movie in the mid-'50s. And Hedy Lamarr measuring a lampshade before embarking on a home-decorating project. This star had a second career as a scientist and inventor; her work laid the foundation for a few of my favorite things: Bluetooth, wifi, and GPS. Ida Lupino went from starring in movies to directing them. Here she is behind the camera working on her film Mother of a Champion. James Dean and Elizabeth Taylor lounging on a break from shooting Giant in 1955. Grace Kelley in Cannes in 1955. She would meet her future husband, Prince Rainier of Monaco, on this trip. Audrey Hepburn meeting Santa in 1953. Rock Hudson and his "roommate," Bob Preble, in the car, headed toward the Hollywood home they shared. At the time, the press described the pair as "two hunks living together to save a buck." More recently, the documentary Rock Hudson: All That Heaven Allowed explores how Hudson hid his sexuality while working in old Hollywood. Jimmy Stewart playing ping pong at Henry Fonda's house. Ingrid Bergman visits the spot where Joan of Arc was burned at the stake. Bergman played Joan three times in her career, once on the stage and twice on film. Bette Davis at home with her wood-burning stove. Clark Gable driving onto the MGM lot. Is it just me, or does he kind of look like George Clooney here? Rita Moreno seen here after being barred from testifying in defense of her boyfriend, jazz pianist George Hormel, on the grounds that she wasn't a "marijuana expert." Hormel was arrested for possession after inspectors found 13 marijuana cigarettes under the visor in his car, but he was acquitted at trial. Dorothy Dandridge poses before a swim in the French Riviera. Actors Randolph Scott and Cary Grant working out together. The two were rumored to have been romantically involved. Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall with one of their dogs. Both stars were big dog lovers, and they eventually owned three boxers together. Their first boxer, Harvey, died six months after Bogart in 1957. Jayne Mansfield getting her iconic blonde hair done. Mansfield's daughter is Law and Order star Mariska Hargitay. Marilyn Monroe hanging out with a couple of penguins in her Norma Jean era. Gregory Peck relaxing on a deep sea fishing trip. Charlie Chaplin soaks up some good press the morning after winning his second Academy Award in 1972. Child star Judy Garland blowing a party favor. And finally, Katherine Hepburn in the '80s with a very relatable sign in her driveway. Who are your favorite stars from back in the day? Tell me who you love and why in the comments!
Forbes
07-04-2025
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- Forbes
Why You Should Go To La Quinta, California
A bike ride through Old Town will take you to Civic Center Campus Park and to original adobe homes with beautiful courtyards. It might be trite to use the word 'literally,' but in this sense, it is accurate. Literally everyone I spoke to before traveling to La Quinta asked me why I would visit a chain of roadside hotels. La Quinta is, in fact, a beautiful Palm Springs-adjacent city in California named after the five-star resort and spa founded there, and it has no ties whatsoever to the chain. And what did I know about it? That the Golden Bachelor wedding was filmed there, and that it looked positively idyllic. Imagine my surprise, then, when I learned that the history of both the city and the resort is deep, beginning with the Cahuilla people, nurtured from a kernel of a developer's idea, then discovered by vacationing movie stars whose contracts forbade them from going farther than two hours from Los Angeles. It's where Ginger Rogers held her fourth wedding, where Frank Capra wrote It's a Wonderful Life, where Coachella and Stagecoach music festivalgoers frolic every April, and where golfers play some of the most beautiful courses in the world. As Coachella runs from April 11-20 and Stagecoach gears up for its April 25-27 festival, the place to hang your hat and have a whole lot of fun is La Quinta. Biking is a popular past time in La Quinta - there's so much to see and do in Old Town and beyond. The best activities in La Quinta are centered around the outdoors, and trust me, you wouldn't want it any other way. This town is pure California, with arid temps, soaring date palms, and bursts of impossibly red bougainvillea that spills from white adobe brick courtyards. Biking is a popular way to get around – designated bike lanes and minimal traffic make pedaling safe and easy, and renting an e-bike helps with the hills. Pedego Electric Bikes is located in Old Town and is the perfect starting point for a ride. While in Old Town La Quinta, take some time to wander the local shops and enjoy the casual vibe of this quaint town. You'll find artisanal gifts, unique clothing, hair and nail salons, and specialty items like olive oils and French macarons. Quaff your thirst with a craft beer at La Quinta Brewing Company, an establishment that despite its posh façade, serves up delightfully casual snacks like chips and soft pretzels. If you enjoy hiking, trek out to the trailhead of Cove to Lake Trail, an in-and-out route of about 6.5 miles. I highly recommend an early morning hike – this trail is entirely exposed to the sun, so you will appreciate kicking out at least half of it before the desert heat descends on your brow. An early start also increases your chances of seeing the bighorn sheep that make this area their home. If you don't spot any, you'll still enjoy the surrounding Santa Rosa mountain vistas, especially as they reflect off the water of Lake Cahuilla, named after the indigenous people who found and settled in this part of California. Your hike will even take you past a golf course, something you should make time for while in this town. La Quinta is the long-time host city for the PGA Tour's American Express Golf Tournament, and its award-winning courses are legendary. PGA West offers four courses here including the Pete Dye Dunes Course and the Jack Nicklaus Tournament Course. Majestic mountain views, clear blue skies, and lush greens make for beautiful days on the fairway. Finally, the small but mighty La Quinta Museum is worthy of a visit. Its displays bring to life the history of La Quinta, from the life of the early Cahuillas to the development of the desert oasis we see today. You'll learn about the origin of the city name (spoiler alert: it comes from the La Quinta Resort & Club that started it all) and the famous people who frequented both the hotel and the city, bringing attention to a town that might otherwise have gone unnoticed. The casitas at La Quinta Resort & Club blend into the desert landscape and feature courtyards and patios that bring the outdoors in. To really embrace the history of this city, stay in its namesake, the La Quinta Resort & Club, celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2026. Reserve a casita with a view of one of the 42 pools that dot the property, and be sure to dine at every restaurant on the grounds – you just can't go wrong at any of them. In February, the resort debuted its first adults-only pool, an ultra-relaxing setting with a full bar and a market where you can grab a panini or snacks. And at Spa La Quinta, splurge on the Citrus Escape body treatment, a sugar scrub followed by a Vichy shower and topped off with a massage. Note: The walk to the spa is one of the most beautiful you will take, so allow time for photos. Old Town is home to a variety of restaurants, and the vast majority offer outdoor seating so you can soak up the incredible views. If I had to pick just three meals, I'd choose breakfast at Yes Please for a delectable egg sandwich and lavender honey latte and lunch at RD RNNR for a massive and filling bowl of lamb chili. Back at La Quinta Resort, make Morgan's in the Desert your top dinner priority. The chateaubriand is cooked to perfection and perfectly paired with Levendi's Legacy cabernet sauvignon. And do not ask for your check until you've indulged in the caramel cheesecake. You can thank me later. MORE ON FORBES
