Joan Crawford

Joan Crawford (March 23, 1905 – May 10, 1977) was an Academy Award winning American actress.

Legacy

Joan Crawford's hand and foot prints are immortalized in the forecourt of Grauman's Chinese Theater on Hollywood Boulevard in Hollywood, and she has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at 1750 Vine Street.

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Grauman's Chinese Theater - Hollywood Boulevard - Hollywood - Hollywood Walk of Fame

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Shortly after her death, the eldest of her four children, Christina, published a best selling exposé containing allegations that Crawford was emotionally and physically abusive to her and her brother, Christopher. Though it was harshly criticized by many of Crawford's friends, her reputation was severely tarnished by the claims. The book was later made into a movie of the same title starring Faye Dunaway. For further detail and comment, see: Mommie Dearest (book) and/or Mommie Dearest (motion picture).

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Christina - Abusive - Faye Dunaway - Mommie Dearest - Mommie Dearest

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In 2005, transcripts reportedly from Marilyn Monroe's sessions with her psychologist revealed that she allegedly had a one-night stand with Crawford. According to Monroe, Crawford enjoyed the sexual encounter and wanted to have another. Monroe claimed to have declined Crawford's offer, which made the older actress "spiteful."

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2005 - Marilyn Monroe

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In pop culture

In 1981, Blue Öyster Cult released the song "Joan Crawford" (Lyrics), on the album Fire of Unknown Origin.

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1981 - Blue Öyster Cult - Fire of Unknown Origin

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