Australian Women's Weekly Icons

Revisit the magic of Hollywood’s golden age with a new Icons issue. From leading lady Lucille Ball’s path to becoming our favourite funny girl to the secret lives of stars including Frank Sinatra, Leslie Caron, Burt Lancaster and more there are 164 page of gripping reads and vintage photos to enjoy.

From the editor

Young & FAMOUS • Judy Garland Jackie Cooper Shirley Temple Mitzi Green

Down the yellow brick road • It was the movie that made her ... but also set her on the path which would ultimately break her. Tiffany Dunk revisits the making of The Wizard of Oz.

America’s boy • He was one of the biggest child stars of Hollywood’s Golden Era but success almost destroyed him. Despite this, years later he would find fame behind the camera and a whole new generation of fans thanks to Superman, writes Bronwyn Phillips.

Girl with the curls • After bringing smiles and lifting spirits during the Great Depression, the hugely successful child actress found her next star turn in service of others.

Born to entertain • From vaudeville stages to the bright lights of Hollywood, she was a top precocious child performer in the early 1930s. And when her Tinseltown star waned as she neared adulthood, she found her most beloved role away from the limelight, writes Nicole Hickson.

Stars OFF SET • Lux Radio Theatre Star parents

Voice of the stars • For more than two decades, one radio program captivated listeners across America. Maddy Wilson delves into the world of Lux Radio Theatre, the anthology series that brought Hollywood to the living room.

All in the family • Many actors of Hollywood’s Golden Age were devoted parents juggling busy schedules with nuturing their children, some who would follow their folks into the industry and become household names in their own right.

LEADING ladies • Lauren Bacall Veronica Lake Theda Bara

A woman of substance • She found fame as a nervous 19 year old, making her film debut opposite the man who would become her great love and husband, Humphrey Bogart. Yet in this interview from our archives, a very different woman would emerge.

The tragic screen siren • As famous for her film noir turns as her signature hair look, the star’s on-set behaviour and personal struggles would take its toll before she turned her back on Hollywood for good.

The original vamp • She was the first sex goddess of the silver screen, but ironically, her appeal would end her career early – even if, off-screen, she was far from the vixen she portrayed. Ashleigh Austen reports.

SCANDALS & tragedy • Robert Walker Gypsy Rose Lee & June Havoc Elvis Presley & Ann-Margret Olsson

The fallen boy next door • He was a talented actor who was equally happy at home with a loving wife and two beautiful sons. And then entered one of Hollywood’s most powerful men ... Bec Milligan revisits the too-short life of a tragic star.

A tale of two sisters • They remained united against their stage mum, but a dramatised musical of their life would spark a bitter feud which lasted until the end. Georgia Moore revisits their tale.

Twin flames • It was an affair that set the world on fire – and almost ended his marriage to Priscilla in the process. Sarah Rodrigues revisits the story of the woman who many felt should have become Queen to Elvis’ King.

LEADING men • Richard Burton Fred Astaire

A theatrical life • He had a mesmerising presence that lit up the stage and screen, but his career took a supporting role to his marriage – twice – to the world’s most famous woman.

Life after dancing • His moves were legendary, changing the world of movie musicals forever. Yet in this 1977 interview from our archives, the actor revealed why hanging up his dancing shoes meant the best was...