Elizabeth

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From the bestselling author of *Once Upon a Time: Behind the Fairy Tale of Princess Grace and Prince Rainer* comes a captivating biography of film legend Elizabeth Taylor. For over sixty years, she has been an American icon, surrounded by fame since childhood. Acclaimed biographer J. Randy Taraborrelli delves beyond the tabloid narratives to reveal the true essence of Elizabeth Taylor and her transformation from child star to a formidable woman. At the core of this meticulously researched work is a comprehensive portrait of her family. Her ambitious mother, who meticulously plotted her daughter's success from infancy, and her father, often seen as distant, had a more nuanced relationship with Elizabeth than commonly understood. Taraborrelli vividly illustrates the dynamics of her upbringing and her rise in 1940s Hollywood, highlighting the qualities that made her a star and the circumstances that left her ill-prepared for independence. While Elizabeth's eight marriages to seven men are well-documented, this biography explores the psychological and emotional underpinnings of each relationship, including her tumultuous marriage to Nicky Hilton and the passionate, enduring affair with Richard Burton. Additionally, Taraborrelli chronicles her resilience amid battles with substance abuse and chronic illness, ultimately finding fulfillment in family, friendships, and philanthropy. Featuring never-before-published family photos, th