On February 27, 1932, Hollywood legend Elizabeth Taylor was born in London, England. She would go on to become one of the most iconic actresses of the 20th century, known for her stunning beauty, captivating performances, and tumultuous personal life.
Taylor began her acting career as a child, making her film debut in the 1942 movie "There's One Born Every Minute." However, it was her role as the equestrian girl Velvet Brown in the 1944 film "National Velvet" that catapulted her to stardom at the tender age of 12.
Throughout her career, Elizabeth Taylor starred in numerous successful films, including "A Place in the Sun" (1951), "Giant" (1956), "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" (1958), and "Cleopatra" (1963), for which she became the first actress to earn a $1 million salary for a single film.
Taylor's personal life often overshadowed her acting career, as she was married eight times to seven different men, including twice to actor Richard Burton. Their tumultuous relationship and on-screen chemistry made them one of Hollywood's most famous couples.
In addition to her acting, Elizabeth Taylor was also known for her philanthropy, particularly her efforts to raise awareness and funds for HIV/AIDS research and support. She co-founded the American Foundation for AIDS Research (amfAR) in 1985 and established The Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation (ETAF) in 1991.
Elizabeth Taylor's legacy as an actress, beauty icon, and philanthropist continues to inspire and captivate people around the world, making her birth on February 27 a significant date in celebrity history.
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