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Tag: Elizabeth Taylor

0 Culture Gender/Identity

Marilyn Monroe would be 100 today. Are we making too much of her conversion?

PJ Grisar in Forward · 1 Jun

Marilyn Monroe's conversion to Judaism for her marriage to Arthur Miller in 1956 continues to intrigue, though its significance may be overstated.

0 Television/Film Culture

Gal Gadot Once Starred in a TV Show About Israelis in Nepal

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 23 Sep 2024

Gal Gadot, renowned for her role as Wonder Woman, began her career with notable appearances in Israeli television, including her part in the series 'Kathmandu.'

0 Television/Film Culture

This New Documentary About Jewish Icon Elizabeth Taylor Is Worth the Watch

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 7 Aug 2024

"Elizabeth Taylor: The Lost Tapes" is a documentary offering intimate insights into the life of the iconic Jewish actress through newly unveiled recordings.

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‘A Swinging Bunch of People’ No Longer

Sapir · 1 Jan 2023

This article explores the historical significance of celebrity conversions to Judaism in the 1950s and 1960s and discusses the evolving cultural model of antisemitism faced by Jews today.

0 Culture Jewish Law

How Elizabeth Taylor and Marilyn Monroe Became Jews — Through Andy Warhol’s Eyes

Forward · 1 Oct 2015

Marilyn Monroe and Elizabeth Taylor's conversions to Judaism are explored in a captivating new exhibit at the Jewish Museum, which links their personal spiritual journeys with Andy Warhol's iconic portraits.

0 Art Culture

Andy Warhol on Elizabeth Taylor and Marilyn Monroe

Forward Staff in Forward · 1 Oct 2015

Forward Staff explores the connection between Andy Warhol's artistic ventures and two of Hollywood's most iconic actresses, Elizabeth Taylor and Marilyn Monroe.

0 Culture History

Liz Taylor Fashionably Late to Her Own Jewish Funeral

Forward · 25 Mar 2011

Elizabeth Taylor, legendary actress and convert to Judaism, made a final memorable entrance by arranging her funeral to start 15 minutes late, honoring her tradition of grand gestures.

0 Israel Television/Film

Rachel Shukert in Tablet · 23 Mar 2011

Elizabeth Taylor's death prompts reflections on her remarkable life, marked by tumultuous relationships, health challenges, and enduring glamour.