Marion Davies was one of the rare silent movie stars to actually make a successful transition into the talkies. A talented comedienne, she was once credited as a major influence on the legendary Lucille Ball. Unfortunately, Marion's real-life story has often overshadowed her acting career in the public consciousness. For better or worse, she is best known today as the long-time paramour of newspaper tycoon William Randolph Hearst and as the hostess of Hearst Castle's famous p

Lauren Bacall was the most sultry and independent of classic screen sirens. She was a star from the moment she stepped on screen, rocketing to fame after her very first movie role. Dubbed “The Look” because of her seductive stare, she immediately became known as one of the few actresses capable of holding her own opposite even the toughest of Hollywood's leading men. One leading man, in particular, became her greatest screen partner, as well as her greatest love: the king of