Wednesday, March 23, 2011

A Tribute to Elizabeth Taylor

"I feel very adventurous.  There are so many doors to be opened, and I'm not afraid to look behind them." - Elizabeth Taylor

Elizabeth Taylor as Maggie in Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (c.1956)

Today, one of Hollywood's legendary beauties, Dame Elizabeth Taylor, passed away at the age of 79 due to heart failure.  Not only was she an iconic film actress, but she was also known for her glamorous style.  She often dressed in simple, yet sexy satin dresses usually complimented by jewelry that she was also never afraid to show off.  In fact, she made diamonds a part of her daily wardrobe - it was like a secret love affair.

In addition to being a fashion icon, Elizabeth became an advocate for HIV and AIDS awareness.  After the death of her friend, Rock Hudson, she used her success to open The Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation and raised millions for the cause.  

Elizabeth Taylor's kind heart, beauty, and style are legendary.

Elizabeth Taylor on the set of Giant (c.1956)


RIP Elizabeth Taylor (1932-2011)

17 comments:

  1. I was really sad to hear this yesterday:/ She'll be remembered forever for her beauty inside and out and what she shared with others. She's beyond gorgeous. That B&W photo you posted up gave me goosebumps with just how how stunning she is!

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  2. we're so glad you did a tribute to her. she really was a fashion and beauty icon. plus, she had violet eyes!....gorgeous

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  3. Those pictures are fabulous, she certainly was a beauty. :)

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  4. This made me so sad to hear! She was such a beautiful woman! What an inspiration :( I hope your doing good girl! I haven't hear from you in a long time!

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  5. I was delighted with his blog. I will return often.

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  6. hi! thank you for following! i'm following back!!

    When people press on your photo (in the followers part) the address of your blog doesn't appear! that hapens with much blogs and it's not easy to go back to your blog!

    that's why it's important to leave a comment so the blogger can follow you back! = )

    kisses from La Mode En Rose = )

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  7. It's so sad to see her go, but a legend like her will never truly be gone ♥

    It's so good to see you back xx

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  8. she is one of my fav actress ever ;D
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  9. Aww so sad. Elizabeth Taylor was a true movie star and such great fashion icon of the 20th century. Great tribute post.

    Courtney xoxo

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  10. love love love her! My favorite roll she ever played was "Maggie" in "Cat on a hot tin roof" what an icon! My heart aches for her family!

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  11. Cat on a Hot Tin Roof was my fav.


    Stopping by via the Friday hops to say hello and follow.
    Have a great day
    POSH
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  12. Great post, she was so beautiful. New follower, I found you on the Handmadeology team. I can be found at http://repurposehistory.blogspot.com/

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  13. she's so gorgeous!! She played Cleopatra, right? Very nice pictures!!

    xxx

    lifeisroyalty.blogspot.com

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  14. She was so beautiful! I love all of these photos!

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  15. @ School of Vintage - Her eyes were really mesmerizing!

    @ Emilie - That's right, girl! She did play Cleopatra - that one was my fave.

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  16. Wow!!! Beautiful Blog...Great fan of Elizabeth! Fellow Etsian now following you!

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