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Elizabeth Taylor: The Last Star

Elizabeth Taylor was one of the most iconic and beloved actresses of all time. Her career spanned seven decades, and she starred in some of the most memorable films of the 20th century, including "Giant," "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof," "Butterfield 8," and "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?"

Taylor was also known for her tumultuous personal life, which was marked by eight marriages, including two to Richard Burton. She was also a vocal advocate for people with HIV/AIDS, and she founded the Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation in 1991.

Elizabeth Taylor: The Last Star

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Taylor died in 2011 at the age of 79, but her legacy continues to live on. She is remembered as one of the most glamorous and talented actresses of her era, and her films continue to be enjoyed by audiences around the world.

Early Life and Career

Elizabeth Taylor was born in London, England, on February 27, 1932. Her parents were Francis Lenn Taylor, an art dealer, and Sara Sothern, an actress. Taylor had two older brothers, Howard and William.

Taylor began her acting career at a young age. She made her film debut at the age of 10 in the 1942 film "There's One Born Every Minute." She went on to star in a number of other films as a child actress, including "National Velvet" (1944),"Lassie Come Home" (1943),and "Father of the Bride" (1950).

In 1956, Taylor starred in the film "Giant." Her performance in the film earned her an Academy Award for Best Actress. She went on to star in a number of other successful films, including "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" (1958),"Butterfield 8" (1960),and "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?" (1966).

Personal Life

Taylor was married eight times. Her first marriage was to Conrad Hilton Jr. in 1950. The marriage was annulled in 1951. Taylor was then married to Michael Wilding from 1952 to 1957. They had three children together: Michael Jr., Christopher, and Liza.

In 1957, Taylor married Mike Todd. Todd died in a plane crash in 1958. Taylor was then married to Eddie Fisher from 1959 to 1964. They had one daughter together: Carrie Fisher.

In 1964, Taylor married Richard Burton for the first time. They divorced in 1974, but remarried in 1975. They divorced again in 1976. Taylor was then married to John Warner from 1976 to 1982.

In 1991, Taylor married Larry Fortensky. They divorced in 1996.

Activism

Taylor was a vocal advocate for people with HIV/AIDS. In 1985, she co-founded the American Foundation for AIDS Research (amfAR). She also founded the Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation in 1991.

Taylor's activism helped to raise awareness of HIV/AIDS and to provide support for people with the disease. She was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2001 for her work in fighting HIV/AIDS.

Death and Legacy

Taylor died in Los Angeles, California, on March 23, 2011, at the age of 79. She had been suffering from congestive heart failure.

Taylor is remembered as one of the most glamorous and talented actresses of her era. Her films continue to be enjoyed by audiences around the world. She is also remembered for her activism in the fight against HIV/AIDS.

Elizabeth Taylor: The Last Star

This biography tells the story of Elizabeth Taylor's life and career, from her early days as a child actress to her later years as a Hollywood icon. It explores her tumultuous personal life, which was marked by eight marriages, including two to Richard Burton, and her lifelong battle with addiction.

This biography is the definitive account of Elizabeth Taylor's life and career. It is a must-read for fans of the iconic actress and for anyone interested in the history of Hollywood.