Ava Gardner was one of the brightest stars of the Golden Age of Hollywood. Her exotic looks, femme fatale roles and high-profile romances with Mickey Rooney and Frank Sinatra brought her international fame, but also constant scrutiny from the press and public.

When she first arrived in Spain, she immediately fell in love with the natural surroundings, the culture, the people and their laid-back, happier lifestyle, and for ten years she led a glamorous life in Madrid.

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