Bob Willoughby. Audrey Hepburn. Photographs 1953-1966

Bob Willoughby is a renowned Hollywood photographer who captured iconic figures such as Marilyn Monroe, Elizabeth Taylor, and Jane Fonda. However, he claims his favorite subject is Audrey Hepburn, whom he met in 1953 and became a trusted friend. His photographs, spanning her career from Roman Holiday to My Fair Lady, showcase her beauty and elegance in a platonic love affair and provide an unparalleled record of one of the 20th century's touchstone beauties.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 280 pages
\n Publication date: 08 May 2020
\n Publisher: Taschen GmbH
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In his illustrious career as a Hollywood photographer, Bob Willoughby has had the privilege of capturing the iconic figures of Marilyn Monroe, Elizabeth Taylor, and Jane Fonda, among many others. However, when asked about his favorite subject, he remains unwavering in his admiration for Audrey Kathleen Ruston, later known as Audrey Hepburn. The story begins in 1953 when Willoughby was called upon to shoot the newly arrived starlet in Hollywood. It may have been a routine commission for a portraitist renowned for his mastery of photojournalistic movie stills, but when he encountered the Belgian-born beauty, Willoughby was spellbound. "She took my hand like... well, a princess, and dazzled me with that smile that God designed to melt mortal mens hearts," he reminisced.

As Hepburn's career took off after her Oscar-winning US debut in Roman Holiday, Willoughby became a trusted friend, documenting her professional and personal life. His historic, perfectionist, and tender photographs showcase the many facets of Hepburn's beauty and elegance, from her early days to her career pinnacle in My Fair Lady in 1963. Willoughby's studies, which capture Hepburn on set, in preparation for a scene, interacting with actors and directors, and returning to her private life, constitute one of the greatest platonic love affairs in the history of photography. They also provide an unparalleled record of one of the 20th century's most iconic beauties.

Throughout his career, Willoughby's photographs have captured the essence of Hepburn's grace, charm, and intelligence. His images evoke a sense of timelessness and evoke a deep appreciation for the actress's remarkable talent and enduring legacy. Whether it's her luminous smile, her impeccable style, or her profound impact on the world of cinema, Audrey Hepburn remains a symbol of beauty, elegance, and inspiration. Bob Willoughby's photographs serve as a testament to his talent and dedication to capturing the essence of his subjects, and they continue to be cherished by fans around the world.

\n Weight: 2230g\n
Dimension: 307 x 252 x 37 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9783836554497\n \n