The Letter
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Jeanne Eagels was an American stage and film actress who starred in Rain and The Letter. She died in 1929 at age 39 after a life of substance abuse and personal troubles.
Learn about the life and career of Jeanne Eagels, one of the most intriguing stars of late silent films and the early talkies. From her humble beginnings in a traveling stock company to her Broadway triumphs and Hollywood struggles, discover the facts and myths of her fascinating story.
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A 1957 biographical film loosely based on the life of stage star Jeanne Eagels, starring Kim Novak and Jeff Chandler. The film was criticized for its inaccuracies and fictionalizations, and faced a lawsuit from Eagels' family.
Jeanne Eagels was an American actress who starred in Rain on Broadway and in silent films. She died by suicide in 1929 after struggling with health and personal problems.
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Jeanne Eagels was an American actress who ruled the Broadway theatre and big screen equally during the 1910s and 1920s. A former Ziegfeld follies girl, Eagels became a preeminent talent to watch out for.
Learn about the life and career of Jeanne Eagels, who rose to fame as Sadie Thompson in Rain on Broadway and in Hollywood. Discover how she struggled with alcoholism, drug addiction, and personal troubles until her early death in 1929.
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May 13, 2015 · Learn about the life and career of Jeanne Eagels, a legendary actress of the 1920s who starred in Rain, The Letter, and many other films and plays. This book, co-authored by Tara Hanks and Eric Woodard, is the first full-length biography of Eagels in 85 years.
