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entertainment2 months ago

JFK's Grandson Criticizes Julia Fox's Bloodied Jackie Kennedy Costume

Julia Fox wore a blood-stained pink suit resembling Jackie Kennedy's iconic outfit from the JFK assassination to a Halloween party, sparking criticism from JFK's grandson Jack Schlossberg who called it 'disgusting, desperate and dangerous.' Fox defended her choice as a statement on bravery and trauma, highlighting the historical significance of the suit as a symbol of resilience and protest.

politics2 years ago

"Jackie Kennedy's Divorce Plans Derailed by Unexpected Proposition"

According to a 2014 biography, Jackie Kennedy had plans to divorce JFK due to his alleged affairs, but the Kennedy family brokered a deal to prevent a high-profile divorce that could tarnish JFK's reputation. Jackie's awareness of her husband's infidelities has been corroborated by other biographers, and she reportedly had conversations with JFK about it. The book claims that Jackie agreed to stay married as long as JFK's affairs remained private, but she was constantly humiliated.

entertainment2 years ago

JFK Jr's Awkward Fling: Actress Reminisces on His Mother's Resemblance

Actress Brooke Shields revealed in a resurfaced interview that during her date with John F. Kennedy Jr., he kept saying she looked like his mother, Jackie Kennedy, which she found both interesting and awkward. Despite their initial interest in each other, the date ended abruptly when they left a rowdy bar and went back to his hotel, where he made a move that she rejected. He never reached out to her again, but Shields was glad to see his "true colors" after one official date.

celebrity-relationships2 years ago

"JFK Jr's Ex-Girlfriend Reveals Jackie Kennedy's Influence on His Conflict Resolution"

In a resurfaced memoir by John F. Kennedy Jr.'s ex-girlfriend, Christina Haag, she details how he would handle conflict with his mother, Jackie Kennedy. Haag recalls an instance where John Jr. was afraid to tell his "mummy" about a kayaking accident, repeating "Don't tell Mummy" like a mantra. This sheds new light on their mother-son relationship, which has been previously discussed in reports. John Jr. and Haag were college sweethearts but eventually split after five years.

celebrity-relationships2 years ago

JFK Jr's Relationship Fate Hinged on Jackie's Approval

According to author J. Randy Taraborrelli, John F. Kennedy Jr. would consider the future of his relationships based on his mother Jackie Kennedy's opinion. If Jackie approved, John would become unsure, but if she disapproved, as she did with Daryl Hannah, he became more attached. Jackie reportedly ignored Hannah and would eat in another room when she visited. John and Hannah dated on and off from 1992 until shortly after Jackie's death in 1994. John later married Carolyn Bassette, and they both tragically died in a plane crash in 1999.

fashion2 years ago

"Rediscovering the Iconic Fashion Designer Behind Jackie Kennedy's Style"

Ann Lowe, a Black fashion designer, who was integral to the construction of America's fashion ideas, is finally getting recognition for her work. Lowe designed the wedding dress worn by Jacqueline Bouvier when she married John F. Kennedy in 1953, but went uncredited at the time. Now, Lowe is the subject of a new exhibition at The Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library, showcasing her elegant and feminine designs. The exhibition aims to highlight Lowe's contributions to American fashion and challenge the perception that creativity in fashion only resides in Europe.

real-estate2 years ago

Tom Ford's $52 Million Purchase: Jackie Kennedy's Childhood Home in the Hamptons

Fashion mogul Tom Ford has purchased a historic East Hamptons estate, known as Jackie Kennedy's childhood home, for $52 million. The property, named Lasata, sits on a 7-acre parcel of land and features an eight-bedroom main home, a two-bedroom guesthouse, a caretaker's cottage, a pool house, and a three-car garage. The estate was originally listed for $55 million and was previously owned by fashion designer Reed Krakoff. Ford, who recently sold his fashion label for $2.8 billion, also owns properties in Palm Beach, Holmby Hills, New York City, London, and Santa Fe.

celebrity-gossip2 years ago

Jackie Kennedy's Troubled Relationships with Madonna and Marilyn Monroe

Jackie Kennedy was reportedly unhappy about her son John F. Kennedy Jr.'s brief romance with Madonna in the 1980s due to the singer's marital status and her penchant for attention. Despite attending one of Madonna's plays in disguise, Jackie refused to meet the musician backstage, not wanting to validate their relationship. Madonna and John remained on decent terms after their breakup, with John even asking Madonna to pose on the cover of his magazine years later, though she declined.

celebrityhistory2 years ago

The Lingering Haunting of Marilyn Monroe's JFK Phone Call on Jackie Kennedy

According to author J. Randy Taraborrelli, Jackie Kennedy received a phone call from Marilyn Monroe in April 1962, which left a lasting impact on her. Monroe, rumored to have had an affair with President John F. Kennedy, asked to speak with him but settled for a brief conversation with Jackie. The call had a haunting quality, and Jackie wondered for years if it was really Monroe. Taraborrelli's book also explores the alleged affair between Monroe and JFK, as well as the impact of Monroe's death on Jackie.