“To Teddy, With Love”—Betty Hutton
She’s got the speech all ready. “Honey,” she’ll say, “here’s a son, because you wanted one so bad. And me, I...
She’s got the speech all ready. “Honey,” she’ll say, “here’s a son, because you wanted one so bad. And me, I...
In English, he could only nod his head, but that was enough for Evelyn. Because it was Pablo’s dark-eyed smile and...
Now Katie was waiting in the rectory, and she’d never looked lovelier, pad in Johnnie’s head was that same silly song...
“YOU HAD THE EYES AND EARS OF MILLIONS,” THIS GENERATION’S CHILDREN WILL SAY ONE DAY. “THEY LOOKED TO YOU TO MAKE...
They met her at the boat with two Cadillacs and gave her the keys to America. But Deborah Kerr was lonely,...
Little food, less fuel, but the British don’t complain. They stand in lines, shun black markets; gratefully, they soak up the...
In 1950s America all sedans were large and sales figures were huge, justifying annual improvements and restyling. In Europe the economic...
It’s rare that one man knows as much about another as Henry King knows about Tyrone Powers: Mr. King directed Ty’s...
Conceived as an alternative to the “bubble cars” popular at the time of the 1956 Suez Crisis, the Mini revolutionized small-car...
THE STORY THE DI MAGGIOS COULDN’T TELL—THE TRUTH BEHIND THE SHOCK-DIVORCE OF THE YEAR!...
Bette stood at the inn window—alone in a strange country—trying not to cry. Because she was young and proud, and this...
“We played a game of stay away—” That’s the lament in the old song. But nobody knows if the Kayes have...
Some take lessons and some pose for beefcake art. But Rory Calhoun became a star by letting his wife sing while...
For five years the O’Sheas dreamed of their family-to-be. But baby Mary Catherine was worth waiting for!...
REPORT FROM VENICE: HOW FARLEY MET THE COUNTESS—AND THE COUNTESS MET “THE WOLF.”...
Dig this crazy Elaine Stewart! She takes great pains to avoid the men who fall for her because she’s afraid she...
FOUR HOMES IN FOUR STATES HAVE CHUCK AND LYDIA—BUT IT’S THE HOLLYWOOD APARTMENT THAT HAS THE LIVED-IN LOOK....
For more than a year the gossips have asked, “Why don’t you leave Greg?” But it isn’t divorce Greta thinks about....
There’s nothing wrong with sex appeal, according to Jane. It keeps the world going ’round—and Jane out of the kitchen!...
Alex Guarnaschelli makes this quick vegetarian chili at home on weekends and then enjoys the leftovers later in the week; she...
A MYSTERIOUS LAST-MINUTE CHANGE IN BATTLE PLANS BROUGHT THE WAYNES’ FIVE-WEEK SIEGE DOWN TO A THREE-DAY SKIRMISH....
Ana Sortun roasts a chicken with baharat, on aromatic spice blend, at least once o week. Here, she puts thot chicken...
IT TOOK A SPECIAL BATHING SUIT FOR TERRY, A STRONG PAIR OF LUNGS FOR BOB, AND AN AQUA LUNG TO KEEP...
Produced in many variants over a 55-year lifespan, the Chevy small-block epitomizes the tried and trusted American engine recipe of a...
Jane and Gene destroyed two homes, and did it all for love. But now the idyll seems over and Hollywood is...
Launched in 1953 as a fiberglass two-seater convertible in the style of contemporary European models, the Corvette was America’s first production...
Behind the mocking headlines is the true and tragic story of the Sinatras—too much in love to tell each other so!...
Tim Love grows several chile varieties in his garden, but green Hatch chiles are his favorite because of their meaty texture...
Childhood sweethearts? Tearful twosome? Or Hollywood’s hottest new romance? What's with these two from Brooklyn?...
Donald Link’s granddad’s venison chili inspired this recipe, but Link substitutes pork—his signature meat—for the venison. He recommends serving his chili...
“WE VOWED,” LANA SAYS, “NEITHER OF US WILL EVER SAY ‘I’M LEAVING!’ WE’VE STUCK TO IT!”...
At any time, wherever I am, I am apt to pray. It isn’t a formal thing with me—just a simple matter...
Massive demand for sports cars in prosperous post-war America prompted rapid progress in design here and in Europe. This was a...
If you’ve ever been in love you’ll rejoice for June and Fred—and for their happy honeymoon. And you’ll forget their troubles—recent...
The 1950s was the decade of successful front-engined racing cars, especially in sports-car racing. European marques derived from road going sports...
Here’s what you’d have to know . . . and put up with . . . and laugh at . ....
This hearty starter delivers big flavor on all fronts: Once you eat the tender clams, croutons, and bacon, there’s still the...
It takes much more than beauty to give a girl a glamorous life. Here’s how it’s done by eight of Hollywood’s...
It takes only about 30 minutes to make these bacon-topped beauties, which would be an elegant starter for a dinner party....
Ever hear of Horatio Alger? He created the American rags-to-riches idea. Ever hear of Edmund Purdom? He brought it to life!...
Henry Ford was the first automobile manufacturer to make the most of mass-production techniques, and his Model T sold by the...
A dream-come-true is Debra’s new home—but it took Paget magic to keep it from being a nightmare!...
The 1950s saw prosperity slowly return after World War II, and with it increasing demand for cars of the highest luxury....
Don’t look for trouble in the Allyson-Powell ménage. Junie has learned a few small ways to keep a marriage happy!...
What could be more natural than pairing beets with their greens? Serve this simple sauté alongside pan-fried pork chops or trout....
Gable, Milland, Crosby - what made them fall for Grace? And why do the top beauties envy her?...
Trust me on this one: The roasted beets in this cake make it moist, dense, and rich. You can’t taste them—there’s...
THE TWO YEARS OF EXILE ARE OVER. SURROUNDED NOW BY THOSE HE LOVES, THE DUKE’S IN HIS DUKEDOM—ALL’S RIGHT WITH THE...
Post-war prosperity in the United States brought the most indulgent and flamboyant period ever in car design, as car makers at...
Here’s the real story of the Debbie Reynolds-Eddie Fisher romance—told by Hollywood’s greatest reporter, who was there when it all began!...
Europe specialized in the small, economical family car in the 1950s, producing a wide range of practical and often surprisingly civilized...
Everyone knows that Elizabeth Taylor has not been well. But is it true that her recent illnesses stem from being sick...
On a cool autumn evening, this hearty pasta dish really hits the spot. Sweet beet roots are complemented by salty prosciutto...
In Hollywood’s bizarre and colorful history many actresses have been condemned, pilloried and victimized. But no one has suffered more than...
This rustic soup is made with just a few ingredients, but don’t let its simplicity fool you: Its full-flavored and remarkably...
MOVIES’ NEWEST, BIGGEST, BLONDEST GIANT WAS PULLED OFF A PAIR OF SKIS TO STAR IN HIS FIRST FILM....
Once hostilities were over, factory owners flush with money from war contracts hurried to fill their factories’ capacities with car manufacturing...
PERT AND PRETTY, PAT DECIDED TO BE AN ACTRESS WHEN HER SISTER SAID SHE TALKED TOO MUCH!...
Andre Citroën was one of the automotive industry’s earliest visionaries. Despite humble beginnings, his Citroën marque came to embody all that...
In one of New York’s toughest tenement districts Tony Curtis learned many things—among them love and kindness and faith—and to know...
Before going into the packets, these chicken breasts are browned to boost their flavor and improve their appearance. Celery takes center...
THERE’S NOTHING LIKE A BEACH TO HELP PEOPLE FORGET THEIR TROUBLES—ESPECIALLY IF THEY’RE FOUR YOUNG STARS AND HAVEN’T ANY....
In this Asian-inspired dish, tender shrimp and crisp bok choy are infused with the complex flavors of ingredients like hoisin sauce...
Here at last is the real story of Marlon’s flight from fear—and the story of the one girl who has helped...
Surely the most extraordinary success story in the history of the automobile, the Beetle began life as a pet project of...
Jean Simmons’ life is a modern fairy tale. But will she have to make some changes to find the happy ending?...
After World War II there was a new automotive revolution. Most soldiers posted overseas had experienced long-distance travel for the first...
“JIMMY’S NOT PERFECT—I SUPPOSE,” SAYS MRS. S.—THEN PROCEEDS TO TELL HOW PERFECT HE iS!...
“I can take a goodnight kiss or leave it alone,” Debbie says. And the crazy thing is—the crazy kid really means...
What do you know! Beautiful Ursula Thiess has just married lonely old Bob Taylor—that poor cuss who has nothing to offer...
When Italian-Americans talk about “Sunday sauce” or “gravy” they mean this classic southern Italian ragù. Tomatoes are prominent, and the sauce’s...
From Leonard Goldstein to Dick Contino—where Piper’s concerned as long as they’re men, they’re neither too young nor too old!...
You can make this sauce with either red or white wine; I like to use red during the colder months for...
Maybe taking Betty to Ireland is just friendship on Rock’s part. But people are grinning wisely and asking, “How are things...
From building motorcycle sidecars in a tiny workshop in a seaside town in northwest England, William Lyons’s company evolved into a...
A stranger in a make-believe paradise is Jeff Chandler these days—a big, solitary, quiet guy who never quite feels he belongs....
One of the most iconic power plants in automotive history, Jaguar’s XK straight-six was light, powerful, reliable-and essentially unchanged for almost...
Just before her baby was born, Ann Blyth had a chat with Louella—including a few reminiscences—and some predictions of things to...
Resist the urge to rush the meat through browning—it takes 60 to 90 minutes to do this step properly, but your...
Bing is playing his toughest role these days—father and mother to a college romeo, golf-happy twins and a high school boy!...
Although you can make this ragù with duck breast, I prefer to use the meaty legs and thighs, which stay tender...
DEB’S FAITH DOESN’T SHAKE THE WORLD; IT JUST GIVES CONFIDENCE TO A BLITHE SPIRIT....
Instructed to help restore the UK’s devastated balance of payments after World War II, British car manufacturers hurried to build sports...
There’s nothing new under the sun—except, perhaps, the Curtises, who left Hollywood on the point of collapse and came home on...
Pickup trucks have been part of the fabric of American society for almost a century, and none more so than Ford’s...
No more actors, no more charmers, no more adolescents—Kate needs a guy who can stand up to anything—including Kate!...
The secret to achieving the right hearty (but not heavy) texture for this stuffing is to use good-quality whole-grain bread. The...
HIS PALS DON’T LAUGH AT LEWIS NOW. HE’S LOSING FRIENDS AND LOSING MONEY—AND GAINING NOTHING BUT TROUBLE!...
Charmoula is a North African pesto of sorts, usually made from garlic, cumin, fresh herbs, oil, and lemon juice. Here, paprika...
AN INTIMATE PORTRAIT OF THE YEAR’S LOVELIEST STAR, ACADEMY AWARD WINNER AUDREY HEPBURN!...
The demands and shortages of World War II meant that transportation in the 1940s had to concentrate on practicality without frills...
Most stars on a first date with a dream like Mala Powers head for Mocambo and the wee hours of the...
There was a huge appetite for new cars in post-war America, so car makers rushed into production, working with essentially pre-war...
Pete is more than a son to Glenn Ford. With every wacky escapade, Pete becomes more and more a mirror of...
Serves 10 to 12 1 2- to 3-lb. kabocha squash, halved and seeded; or butternut squash, halved, seeded, and sliced crosswise 1½...
John Wayne’s on the brink of his third marriage. After all, if you can’t succeed with a Mexican, try, try a...