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| Born | September 18, 1905 |
| Hometown | Stockholm, Sweden |
| Net worth | $70 million |
| Height | 5'7" (1.71m) |
| Parents | Karl Alfred Gustafsson , Anna Lovisa Johansdotter |
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1920s fashion: 11 icons who still influence our style today
- The 1920s were defined by a culture of indulgence – think Jay Gatsby's wild parties in 4D, and you're about halfway there. That quintessential ‘Roaring 20s’ celebratory spirit was all about excitement and a feeling of novelty that arose following a burst of unprecedented economic growth. Technological advancements brought the radio and motion pictures to the fore, which, in turn, allowed a new assortment of models, dancers, singers and actresses to prosper and inspire. MORE: 80s fashion for wome
AWARDS
| Year | Associations | Category | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1940 | Ninotchka | Nominated | ||
| 1938 | Camille (1936 film) | Nominated | ||
| 1931 | Anna Christie (1930 English-language film) | Nominated | ||
| 1931 | Romance (1930 film) | Nominated |
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Spot the fiendish Easter eggs hidden in great works of art
The world’s museums are crawling with hidden messages. A cipher here, a joke or seditious statement there. Once spotted or solved, these carefully concealed details can unlock a new reading of a painting altogether. Such elements are known, colloquially at least, as “Easter Eggs”. It’s a term borrowed from computer gaming, used to refer to extra levels, keys and so on that are built into the game for only the most dedicated players to find. They appear in other media too. Alfred Hitchock’s cameo
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Climate activist Greta Thunberg to feature on Swedish stamps
Climate activist Greta Thunberg is to feature on a set of stamps issued by Sweden's postal service. She will join a hall of fame of Swedish personalities, from Zlatan Ibrahimovic to Greta Garbo, who have been depicted on the country's postage stamps. The stamps go on sale from PostNord on Thursday and show Thunberg in her familiar yellow raincoat standing on a rocky coast looking out at a flock of birds.
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Blue plaque unveiled at Cecil Beaton’s former home
Number 8 Pelham Place in London was the photographer's residence and studio for 35 years.
