Dark Secrets of Classic Hollywood Actors

TLDRDiscover the shocking truths and scandals of the Golden Age of Hollywood, from hidden ethnicities to abusive behavior and tragic deaths.

Key insights

Merle Oberon concealed her true ethnicity to avoid racism in Hollywood.

💃Gene Kelly mistreated Debbie Reynolds during the making of 'Singing in the Rain'.

🎥The making of 'The Misfits' was plagued with tragedy, including the death of Marilyn Monroe.

😷Joan Crawford removed her teeth to enhance her cheekbones.

🎬The cast of 'The Conqueror' suffered from cancer likely due to the proximity of nuclear tests during filming.

Q&A

Did Judy Garland have terminated pregnancies?

Yes, Judy Garland had to terminate pregnancies to maintain her image and keep working in Hollywood.

What happened in the murder of Lana Turner's lover?

Film star Lana Turner's lover, Johnny Stompanato, was killed by her daughter Cheryl Crane in an act of self-defense.

Did Fatty Arbuckle assault Virginia Rappe?

Fatty Arbuckle was accused of assaulting Virginia Rappe, but he was later exonerated.

Was Shirley Temple almost assassinated?

Yes, someone attempted to assassinate Shirley Temple during a live performance, but the attempt was unsuccessful.

What happened to Stan Laurel in his car accident?

Stan Laurel was involved in a car accident that resulted in facial injuries and led to his struggles with alcohol.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction to the dark truths and scandals of Classic Hollywood actors.

00:15Merle Oberon concealed her true ethnicity to avoid racism in Hollywood.

01:30Gene Kelly mistreated Debbie Reynolds during the making of 'Singing in the Rain'.

02:30Tragic events during the making of 'The Misfits', including the death of Marilyn Monroe.

03:45Joan Crawford removed her teeth to enhance her cheekbones.

05:10The cast of 'The Conqueror' suffered from cancer likely due to nuclear tests during filming.

07:30Judy Garland had terminated pregnancies to maintain her image in Hollywood.

09:00The murder of Lana Turner's lover and the self-defense case involving her daughter.

11:30The allegations against Fatty Arbuckle and his eventual exoneration.

13:00Shirley Temple's assassination attempt and her survival.

14:30Stan Laurel's car accident resulting in facial injuries and alcohol struggles.