Lena Horne

She returned to the screen three more times, playing Claire Quintana in the 1969 film Death of a Gunfighter, Glinda the Good Witch in The Wiz (1978), with Diana Ross and Michael Jackson, and co-hosting the 1994 MGM retrospective That's Entertainment! III. Nicholas Cathedral, (Monaco Cathedral) Monte Carlo, Monaco. Disenchanted with Hollywood by the mid-1950s, and increasingly focused on her nightclub career, she only made two major appearences in MGM films during the decade, 1950's Duchess of Idaho (which was also Eleanor Powell's film swan song), and the 1956 musical Meet Me in Las Vegas. Princess Grace is interred in the St. (As a result, most of Horne's film appearances were standalone sequences that had no bearing on the rest of the film, so editing caused no disruption to the storyline.) She was originally considered for the lead role in the 1951 version of Show Boat but Ava Gardner was given the role instead. Princess Stephanie, who was alleged by some sources to have been the actual driver of the car, suffered only minor injuries. She later appeared in a number of MGM musicals, most notably Cabin in the Sky, but was never featured in a leading role due to her race and the fact that films featuring her had to be reedited for showing in southern states where theatres could not show films with African-American performers. It resulted in an accident, and she died the next day without regaining consciousness.

She was the first African American performer to sign a long-term contract with a major Hollywood studio, and became famous in 1943 for her rendition of Stormy Weather in the movie of the same name. It had been rumored that she was driving on the same stretch of highway in Monaco that had been featured in To Catch a Thief, although her son, Prince Albert of Monaco, says it was not the same road. While she has recorded and performed extensively with jazz musicians (notably Artie Shaw and Teddy Wilson), she is usually not considered a jazz singer because she does not improvise. At the age of 52, Princess Grace suffered a stroke while driving. Lena Calhoun Horne (born June 30, 1917) is an American popular singer. Presently, the line of succession is: Prince Albert, Princess Caroline, then her children by second husband Stefano Casiraghi and third husband Prince Ernst August of Hanover. Being Myself (1998; Blue Note). In 2002, a new treaty between France and Monaco clarifies that even if there are no heirs to carry on the dynasty, the Principality will remain an independent nation rather than revert to France.

An Evening with Lena Horne (1995; Blue Note) - Grammy Award for Best Jazz Vocal Album. Prince Rainier and Princess Grace had three children:. We'll Be Together Again (1994; Blue Note). Gisèle and Rainier supposedly parted when a physical examination reportedly found her to be infertile (she later married and had children). The Men in My Life (1988; Three Cherries). Before Grace Kelly drew Rainier's attention, French film star Gisèle Pascal had been his love interest for six years (she was born Gisèle Tallone in Cannes, France). The Lady and Her Music (1981; Qwest) - Grammy Award for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance. Prince Rainier's paternal grandfather, Prince Louis II of Monaco had done just that in 1919 when he adopted his illegitimate daughter Charlotte Louvet, who would become Rainier's mother, and made her his heir Princess Charlotte of Monaco. Nonetheless, survival of the nation was a different matter than the survival of the dynasty, and here there was a history of concern about fertility.

Lena: A New Album (1976; RCA). In fact, there was really little actual danger that Monaco would revert to France as, since 1882, a childless prince of Monaco has been able to adopt an unrelated heir, thereby ensuring Monaco's survival as a principality. Lena and Michel (1975; RCA). Tales were circulated that Monaco would revert to France in the absence of an heir; and though there is no requirement for a Catholic marriage, it was thought unlikely that a Catholic prince would divorce and remarry if his chosen wife was barren. Nature's Baby (1971; Buddah). Her Catholicism and ability to bear children were key factors in her being chosen to marry Prince Rainier, as dynasties always make great import of their survival. Lena & Gabor (1970; Skye). She reportedly was surprised to learn from Rainier that she was expected to give up her film career entirely, but followed his wishes.

Soul (1966; UA). The musical comedy High Society (1956) was her last film, as her marriage to Prince Rainier III of Monaco marked her retirement from acting. Before her marriage, she was previously involved with Clark Gable, Bing Crosby, Ray Milland, William Holden, Oleg Cassini, and Jean-Pierre Aumont. Merry from Lena (1966; UA). While it was being filmed, she had engaged in a brief affair with co-star Bing Crosby which was kept quiet to protect both their reputations. Lena in Hollywood (1966; UA). In 1955 she was awarded the Academy Award for Best Actress for The Country Girl. Feelin' Good (1965; UA). Kelly made three films with Alfred Hitchcock: Dial M for Murder, Rear Window, and To Catch a Thief.

Here's Lena Now! (1964; 20th Century). It earned Kelly an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actress, but the award went to Donna Reed for her role in From Here to Eternity. Sings Your Requests (1963; Charter). The film Mogambo (1953), a drama set in the Kenyan jungle, centers on the love triangle portrayed by Kelly, Clark Gable, and Ava Gardner. Lena Goes Latin (1963; Charter). The following year she "starred" with a minor role in High Noon (1952), a generally praised but somewhat controversial western starring Gary Cooper. Lovely & Alive (1963; RCA). Though her family had opposed her becoming an actress, Kelly became a fashion model and appeared in her first film, Fourteen Hours (1951), when she was 22.

Lena on the Blue Side (1962; RCA). Kelly Drive in Philadelphia is named for John, Jr., who was a city councilman there. At the Sands (1961; RCA). Her father was a self-made millionaire and a gold-medal-winning Olympic sculler, and her brother "Jack" followed in that tradition. Songs by Burke and Van Heusen (1960; RCA). (October 4, 1889 - June 20, 1960) and Margaret Majer; her Irish Catholic family were new but prominent figures in Philadelphia society. Porgy & Bess (1959; RCA) - with Harry Belafonte. She was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to John Brendan Kelly, Sr.

Give the Lady What She Wants (1958; RCA). Grace Patricia Kelly (November 12, 1929 - September 14, 1982), later known as Her Serene Highness Princess Grace of Monaco, was an Oscar-winning American film actress who became the wife of Prince Rainier III of Monaco. Jamaica [Original Cast Recording] (1957; RCA). High Society (1956). At the Waldorf Astoria (1957; RCA). The Swan (1956). Stormy Weather (1956; RCA). To Catch a Thief (1955).

It's Love (1955; RCA). The Bridges at Toko-Ri (1954). That's Entertainment! III (1994; MGM). The Country Girl (1954). The Wiz (1978; Universal Studios). Rear Window (1954). Death of a Gunfighter (1969; Universal Studios). Green Fire (1954).

Meet Me in Las Vegas (1956; MGM). Dial M for Murder (1954). Duchess of Idaho (1950; MGM). Mogambo (1953). Words and Music (1948; MGM). High Noon (1952). Studio Visit (1946; MGM short subject). Fourteen Hours (1951).

Ziegfeld Follies (1946; MGM). Princess, Stephanie Marie Elisabeth, born February 1, 1965. Mantan Messes Up (1946; Toddy Pictures). Prince, Albert Alexandre Louis Pierre, heir to the throne, and Marquis des Baux, born March 14, 1958. Till the Clouds Roll By (1946; MGM). Princess, Caroline Louise Marguerite, born January 23, 1957. Boogie-Woogie Dream (1944; Official Films short subject).

Broadway Rhythm (1944; MGM). Swing Fever (1944; MGM). Two Girls and a Sailor (1944; MGM). Cabin in the Sky (1943; MGM).

I Dood It (1943; MGM). Stormy Weather (1942; 20th Century Fox). Thousands Cheer (1943; MGM). Panama Hattie (1942; MGM)*.

The Duke is Tops (1938; Million Dollar Pictures).