The Lives and Styles of Old Hollywood

The Lives and Styles of Old Hollywood

By Kate WestworthSociety & Culture
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The Lives and Styles of Old Hollywood episodes

  • Florence Lawrence
    The First Movie Star

    She was not only the first movie star, but also the first star to be the subject of Hollywood's first publicity stunt, which actually helped establish the Star System.

    What would any star be without their personal style?

    This is why I compiled a workbook of everything that I know about personal style, which you can get for FREE on my website

    The Personal Style Alchemy covers everything from body type to colour theory, human

    design and astrology, Hollywood wisdom and a huge dose of inspiration.

    Hope over and get Personal Style Alchemy now.

    Get my book "Old Hollywood - Little-Known Facts & Interesting Details" on Amazon (affiliate link)

    —> But it’s also available on all other platforms in basically all countries <—

    Interested in rewriting the story of your life and create your own blockbuster movie version of it?

    Hop over to The Blockbuster Blueprint my website www.katewestworth.com - a 100% online workshop implementing the lessons of Old Hollywood as well as astrology, human design and narrative identity work to create your very own blockbuster movie of a life.

    If you want to stay in the know on all things Old Hollywood, upcoming episodes, everything to do with confidence, self-authorship, and building a life that's entirely your own - hop over to my website and subscribe to my newsletter Unapologetically Extraordinary.

    We all strive to be unique. To live up to our potential. To become who we are supposed to be. But, actually, most of us are brainwashed into thinking that keeping up with the Joneses is the way to happiness. Well, it isn’t. 

    My second podcast Unapologetically extraordinary reflects on the life lessons from my this podcast, current affairs, my own journey to become unapologetically myself - and how you might be able to do this as well. Join me on this journey and tune in.

    And if you want to get to know me and my musings as well as Old Hollywood behind-the-scenes info - head over to @katewestworth and follow me there.

    14 min
  • John Gilbert
    The Great Self-Conscious Lover

    John Gilbert won not only the hearts of millions of female fans, but also the hearts of Greta Garbo and Marlene Dietrich on and off screen. He died at the young age of only 38 from alcoholism.

    What would any star be without their personal style?

    This is why I compiled a workbook of everything that I know about personal style, which you can get for FREE on my website

    The Personal Style Alchemy covers everything from body type to colour theory, human

    design and astrology, Hollywood wisdom and a huge dose of inspiration.

    Hope over and get Personal Style Alchemy now.

    Get my book "Old Hollywood - Little-Known Facts & Interesting Details" on Amazon (affiliate link)

    —> But it’s also available on all other platforms in basically all countries <—

    Interested in rewriting the story of your life and create your own blockbuster movie version of it?

    Hop over to The Blockbuster Blueprint my website www.katewestworth.com - a 100% online workshop implementing the lessons of Old Hollywood as well as astrology, human design and narrative identity work to create your very own blockbuster movie of a life.

    If you want to stay in the know on all things Old Hollywood, upcoming episodes, everything to do with confidence, self-authorship, and building a life that's entirely your own - hop over to my website and subscribe to my newsletter Unapologetically Extraordinary.

    We all strive to be unique. To live up to our potential. To become who we are supposed to be. But, actually, most of us are brainwashed into thinking that keeping up with the Joneses is the way to happiness. Well, it isn’t. 

    My second podcast Unapologetically extraordinary reflects on the life lessons from my this podcast, current affairs, my own journey to become unapologetically myself - and how you might be able to do this as well. Join me on this journey and tune in.

    And if you want to get to know me and my musings as well as Old Hollywood behind-the-scenes info - head over to @katewestworth and follow me there.

    15 min
  • Janet Gaynor
    A Unique Personality

    Janet Gaynor was not only an outstanding actress and recipient of several firsts and only's at the Academy Awards, she also was the wife of outstanding Hollywood customer designer Adrian and one of the biggest box office draws of the late 1920s.

    What would any star be without their personal style?

    This is why I compiled a workbook of everything that I know about personal style, which you can get for FREE on my website

    The Personal Style Alchemy covers everything from body type to colour theory, human

    design and astrology, Hollywood wisdom and a huge dose of inspiration.

    Hope over and get Personal Style Alchemy now.

    Get my book "Old Hollywood - Little-Known Facts & Interesting Details" on Amazon (affiliate link)

    —> But it’s also available on all other platforms in basically all countries <—

    Interested in rewriting the story of your life and create your own blockbuster movie version of it?

    Hop over to The Blockbuster Blueprint my website www.katewestworth.com - a 100% online workshop implementing the lessons of Old Hollywood as well as astrology, human design and narrative identity work to create your very own blockbuster movie of a life.

    If you want to stay in the know on all things Old Hollywood, upcoming episodes, everything to do with confidence, self-authorship, and building a life that's entirely your own - hop over to my website and subscribe to my newsletter Unapologetically Extraordinary.

    We all strive to be unique. To live up to our potential. To become who we are supposed to be. But, actually, most of us are brainwashed into thinking that keeping up with the Joneses is the way to happiness. Well, it isn’t. 

    My second podcast Unapologetically extraordinary reflects on the life lessons from my this podcast, current affairs, my own journey to become unapologetically myself - and how you might be able to do this as well. Join me on this journey and tune in.

    And if you want to get to know me and my musings as well as Old Hollywood behind-the-scenes info - head over to @katewestworth and follow me there.

    20 min
  • Joanne Woodward
    Lifelong Learner and Lover

    Joanne Woodward's story is one of a long life and a long career, spanning over six decades.

    What would any star be without their personal style?

    This is why I compiled a workbook of everything that I know about personal style, which you can get for FREE on my website

    The Personal Style Alchemy covers everything from body type to colour theory, human

    design and astrology, Hollywood wisdom and a huge dose of inspiration.

    Hope over and get Personal Style Alchemy now.

    Get my book "Old Hollywood - Little-Known Facts & Interesting Details" on Amazon (affiliate link)

    —> But it’s also available on all other platforms in basically all countries <—

    Interested in rewriting the story of your life and create your own blockbuster movie version of it?

    Hop over to The Blockbuster Blueprint my website www.katewestworth.com - a 100% online workshop implementing the lessons of Old Hollywood as well as astrology, human design and narrative identity work to create your very own blockbuster movie of a life.

    If you want to stay in the know on all things Old Hollywood, upcoming episodes, everything to do with confidence, self-authorship, and building a life that's entirely your own - hop over to my website and subscribe to my newsletter Unapologetically Extraordinary.

    We all strive to be unique. To live up to our potential. To become who we are supposed to be. But, actually, most of us are brainwashed into thinking that keeping up with the Joneses is the way to happiness. Well, it isn’t. 

    My second podcast Unapologetically extraordinary reflects on the life lessons from my this podcast, current affairs, my own journey to become unapologetically myself - and how you might be able to do this as well. Join me on this journey and tune in.

    And if you want to get to know me and my musings as well as Old Hollywood behind-the-scenes info - head over to @katewestworth and follow me there.

    12 min
  • Jetta Goudal
    Dutch Actress turned French Socialite turned American Star

    Jetta Goudal was an interesting personality, a beautiful actress and woman and one of the top box-office draws of the late 1920s.

    What would any star be without their personal style?

    This is why I compiled a workbook of everything that I know about personal style, which you can get for FREE on my website

    The Personal Style Alchemy covers everything from body type to colour theory, human

    design and astrology, Hollywood wisdom and a huge dose of inspiration.

    Hope over and get Personal Style Alchemy now.

    Get my book "Old Hollywood - Little-Known Facts & Interesting Details" on Amazon (affiliate link)

    —> But it’s also available on all other platforms in basically all countries <—

    Interested in rewriting the story of your life and create your own blockbuster movie version of it?

    Hop over to The Blockbuster Blueprint my website www.katewestworth.com - a 100% online workshop implementing the lessons of Old Hollywood as well as astrology, human design and narrative identity work to create your very own blockbuster movie of a life.

    If you want to stay in the know on all things Old Hollywood, upcoming episodes, everything to do with confidence, self-authorship, and building a life that's entirely your own - hop over to my website and subscribe to my newsletter Unapologetically Extraordinary.

    We all strive to be unique. To live up to our potential. To become who we are supposed to be. But, actually, most of us are brainwashed into thinking that keeping up with the Joneses is the way to happiness. Well, it isn’t. 

    My second podcast Unapologetically extraordinary reflects on the life lessons from my this podcast, current affairs, my own journey to become unapologetically myself - and how you might be able to do this as well. Join me on this journey and tune in.

    And if you want to get to know me and my musings as well as Old Hollywood behind-the-scenes info - head over to @katewestworth and follow me there.

    23 min
  • Ann Sheridan
    The Oomph Girl

    Sheridan excelled in multiple genres, including drama, comedy, and musical, with ease and individual style. Several of her movies, like Angels with Dirty Faces, Kings Row, and I Was a Male War Bride endure today as classic films from Hollywood’s Golden Age.

    What would any star be without their personal style?

    Grab my FREE workbook - *Personal Style Alchemy - that covers everything about personal style from body type to colour theory, human design and astrology to Hollywood wisdom and a huge dose of inspiration and individuality.

    Hop over and get Personal Style Alchemy now.

    Get my book "Old Hollywood - Little-Known Facts & Interesting Details" on Amazon (affiliate link)

    —> But it’s also available on all other platforms in basically all countries <—

    Interested in rewriting the story of your life and create your own blockbuster movie version of it?

    Hop over to The Blockbuster Blueprint my website www.katewestworth.com - a 100% online workshop implementing the lessons of Old Hollywood as well as astrology, human design and narrative identity work to create your very own blockbuster movie of a life.

    If you want to stay in the know on all things Old Hollywood, upcoming episodes, everything to do with confidence, self-authorship, and building a life that's entirely your own - hop over to my website and subscribe to my newsletter Unapologetically Extraordinary.

    We all strive to be unique. To live up to our potential. To become who we are supposed to be. But, actually, most of us are brainwashed into thinking that keeping up with the Joneses is the way to happiness. Well, it isn’t. 

    My second podcast Unapologetically extraordinary reflects on the life lessons from my this podcast, current affairs, my own journey to become unapologetically myself - and how you might be able to do this as well. Join me on this journey and tune in.

    And if you want to get to know me and my musings as well as Old Hollywood behind-the-scenes info - head over to @katewestworth and follow me there.

    27 min
  • Jean Simmons
    Beauty, Brains, and British Cool

    This twice Academy Award nominated actress was a star in Britain and also a star in the US.

    What would any star be without their personal style?

    Grab my FREE workbook - *Personal Style Alchemy - that covers everything about personal style from body type to colour theory, human design and astrology to Hollywood wisdom and a huge dose of inspiration and individuality.

    Hop over and get Personal Style Alchemy now.

    Get my book "Old Hollywood - Little-Known Facts & Interesting Details" on Amazon (affiliate link)

    —> But it’s also available on all other platforms in basically all countries <—

    Interested in rewriting the story of your life and create your own blockbuster movie version of it?

    Hop over to The Blockbuster Blueprint my website www.katewestworth.com - a 100% online workshop implementing the lessons of Old Hollywood as well as astrology, human design and narrative identity work to create your very own blockbuster movie of a life.

    If you want to stay in the know on all things Old Hollywood, upcoming episodes, everything to do with confidence, self-authorship, and building a life that's entirely your own - hop over to my website and subscribe to my newsletter Unapologetically Extraordinary.

    We all strive to be unique. To live up to our potential. To become who we are supposed to be. But, actually, most of us are brainwashed into thinking that keeping up with the Joneses is the way to happiness. Well, it isn’t. 

    My second podcast Unapologetically extraordinary reflects on the life lessons from my this podcast, current affairs, my own journey to become unapologetically myself - and how you might be able to do this as well. Join me on this journey and tune in.

    And if you want to get to know me and my musings as well as Old Hollywood behind-the-scenes info - head over to @katewestworth and follow me there.

    14 min
  • Maria Montez
    The Caribbean Cyclone

    Maria Montez was a force! She knew how to create an image that truly captivated and also how to use it to create success and wealth. Her untimely, mysterious death only added to her mystique and iconic stardom.

    What would any star be without their personal style?

    Grab my FREE workbook - *Personal Style Alchemy - that covers everything about personal style from body type to colour theory, human design and astrology to Hollywood wisdom and a huge dose of inspiration and individuality.

    Hop over and get Personal Style Alchemy now.

    Get my book "Old Hollywood - Little-Known Facts & Interesting Details" on Amazon (affiliate link)

    —> But it’s also available on all other platforms in basically all countries <—

    Interested in rewriting the story of your life and create your own blockbuster movie version of it?

    Hop over to The Blockbuster Blueprint my website www.katewestworth.com - a 100% online workshop implementing the lessons of Old Hollywood as well as astrology, human design and narrative identity work to create your very own blockbuster movie of a life.

    If you want to stay in the know on all things Old Hollywood, upcoming episodes, everything to do with confidence, self-authorship, and building a life that's entirely your own - hop over to my website and subscribe to my newsletter Unapologetically Extraordinary.

    We all strive to be unique. To live up to our potential. To become who we are supposed to be. But, actually, most of us are brainwashed into thinking that keeping up with the Joneses is the way to happiness. Well, it isn’t. 

    My second podcast Unapologetically extraordinary reflects on the life lessons from my this podcast, current affairs, my own journey to become unapologetically myself - and how you might be able to do this as well. Join me on this journey and tune in.

    And if you want to get to know me and my musings as well as Old Hollywood behind-the-scenes info - head over to @katewestworth and follow me there.

    21 min
  • Nina Mae McKinney
    The Black Garbo

    What would any star be without their personal style?

    Grab my FREE workbook - *Personal Style Alchemy - that covers everything about personal style from body type to colour theory, human design and astrology to Hollywood wisdom and a huge dose of inspiration and individuality.

    Hop over and get Personal Style Alchemy now.

    Get my book "Old Hollywood - Little-Known Facts & Interesting Details" on Amazon (affiliate link)

    —> But it’s also available on all other platforms in basically all countries <—

    Interested in rewriting the story of your life and create your own blockbuster movie version of it?

    Hop over to The Blockbuster Blueprint my website www.katewestworth.com - a 100% online workshop implementing the lessons of Old Hollywood as well as astrology, human design and narrative identity work to create your very own blockbuster movie of a life.

    If you want to stay in the know on all things Old Hollywood, upcoming episodes, everything to do with confidence, self-authorship, and building a life that's entirely your own - hop over to my website and subscribe to my newsletter Unapologetically Extraordinary.

    We all strive to be unique. To live up to our potential. To become who we are supposed to be. But, actually, most of us are brainwashed into thinking that keeping up with the Joneses is the way to happiness. Well, it isn’t. 

    My second podcast Unapologetically extraordinary reflects on the life lessons from my this podcast, current affairs, my own journey to become unapologetically myself - and how you might be able to do this as well. Join me on this journey and tune in.

    And if you want to get to know me and my musings as well as Old Hollywood behind-the-scenes info - head over to @katewestworth and follow me there.

    13 min
  • Kim Novak
    The Cool Blonde Artist

    Kim Novak was not only a great actress, but also a great and successful artist and painter, wrote song lyrics and raised Llamas. She is one inspiring lady that dared fight Columbia’s nasty Harry Cohn.

    What would any star be without their personal style?

    Grab my FREE workbook - *Personal Style Alchemy - that covers everything about personal style from body type to colour theory, human design and astrology to Hollywood wisdom and a huge dose of inspiration and individuality.

    Hop over and get Personal Style Alchemy now.

    Get my book "Old Hollywood - Little-Known Facts & Interesting Details" on Amazon (affiliate link)

    —> But it’s also available on all other platforms in basically all countries <—

    Interested in rewriting the story of your life and create your own blockbuster movie version of it?

    Hop over to The Blockbuster Blueprint my website www.katewestworth.com - a 100% online workshop implementing the lessons of Old Hollywood as well as astrology, human design and narrative identity work to create your very own blockbuster movie of a life.

    If you want to stay in the know on all things Old Hollywood, upcoming episodes, everything to do with confidence, self-authorship, and building a life that's entirely your own - hop over to my website and subscribe to my newsletter Unapologetically Extraordinary.

    We all strive to be unique. To live up to our potential. To become who we are supposed to be. But, actually, most of us are brainwashed into thinking that keeping up with the Joneses is the way to happiness. Well, it isn’t. 

    My second podcast Unapologetically extraordinary reflects on the life lessons from my this podcast, current affairs, my own journey to become unapologetically myself - and how you might be able to do this as well. Join me on this journey and tune in.

    And if you want to get to know me and my musings as well as Old Hollywood behind-the-scenes info - head over to @katewestworth and follow me there.

    22 min

About The Lives and Styles of Old Hollywood

From the publisher's feed

Step back in time and explore the extraordinary lives and styles of iconic actresses from Hollywood's Golden Era as well as the industry that brought them to success. In this podcast, I dive into the…

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