She was considered the most beautiful woman in Hollywood. Today at 85, she is unrecognizable

Early Life and Artistic Beginnings
Ali MacGraw, born Elizabeth Alice MacGraw on April 1, 1939, in Pound Ridge, New York, is a celebrated American actress, model, author, and animal rights activist. Growing up in an artistic household, MacGraw developed an interest in the arts, nurtured by her parents, both accomplished artists. After studying art history at Wellesley College, she worked in the fashion industry at Harper’s Bazaar and Vogue.

Breakthrough in Film
MacGraw’s striking looks and charisma led her from modeling to acting. She made her film debut in 1968’s “A Lovely Way to Die,” but her role in “Goodbye, Columbus” (1969) earned her a Golden Globe. Her breakout role came in 1970 with “Love Story,” which earned her an Academy Award nomination and a Golden Globe, making her a household name.

Personal Life and Public Image
In 1969, MacGraw married film producer Robert Evans, and they had a son, Josh. Their marriage ended in 1972, the same year she starred in “The Getaway” and began a relationship with Steve McQueen. They married in 1973, but their tumultuous relationship ended in divorce in 1978.

Related Posts

Patel Says FBI’s Comey ‘Concealed’ Probe Into Hillary Clinton

FBI Director Kash Patel stated last week that “the FBI concealed investigations concerning then-presidential candidate Hillary Clinton,” as he advocates for increased transparency within the bureau to…

A Surprise Dinner Invitation That Changed Everything

I hadn’t heard from Hyacinth in quite some time, so when she invited me to dinner, it caught me completely off guard. I hoped she wanted to…

The Dog They Wanted Us to Put Down Is Why My Daughter Sleeps Through the Night

Six months after my divorce, we adopted Tank from the shelter. They had labeled him “unadoptable”— he was too large, too strong, and had an “intimidating presence.”…

Grandfather’s Warning About His Mattress Uncovers a Town-Wide Scandal

After her grandfather passed away, Brooke returned to his home to sort through his belongings. Remembering how he always warned her never to touch his mattress, she…

What’s The Purpose Of The Fabric Strip Across Hotel Beds

The colorful strip of fabric placed across many hotel beds, known as a bed runner, may seem decorative or unnecessary at first, and guests often remove it…

My Stepmom Gave Me a Funeral Urn for My 17th Birthday — I Wish That Were a Joke

Just before her 17th birthday, Lila expected little from her stepmom Monica— maybe a card, maybe cold pancakes. But instead, Monica handed her a pink funerary urn,…