40 Photographs of The Doors Appear on the German TV Show “4-3-2-1 HOT & SWEET” in September 1968

On September 13, 1968, during their first and only European tour, The Doors recorded a performance for the German television program 4-3-2-1 Hot & Sweet (part of the Musik Für Junge Leute series). The segment was filmed outdoors in the historic Römerberg (Romer Square) in Frankfurt, Germany.

Unlike a typical closed-studio set, the band performed in the middle of the public square. Jim Morrison appeared relaxed and in high spirits, despite the grueling tour schedule. The band lip-synced to their current #1 hit, “Hello, I Love You.” Guitarist Robby Krieger noted Jim Morrison was in good spirits, often looking up at the “incredible architecture” of the square during the performance.

“You can see Jim looking up while he’s singing,” said Krieger. “We’re in this beautiful square with incredible architecture all around. I know he was just looking at all the cool stuff surrounding us. I wish they had panned around to show where we were, because it was absolutely amazing!”

The broadcast is famously interspersed with footage of a blonde woman in a miniskirt dancing around the square (believed to be the show's hostess, Suzanne Doucet). Fans often notice that Ray Manzarek is playing an RMI Electra-piano in this clip rather than his usual Vox Continental or Gibson G-101. He experimented with the RMI during the European tour but eventually returned to his standard setup.

This filming took place just two days before the infamous Amsterdam concert, where Morrison collapsed on stage after a drug overdose, forcing Manzarek to handle lead vocals for the evening.

See more»

The Queen of Weepies: 50 Glamorous Photos of Irene Dunne in the 1930s

Irene Dunne (born Irene Marie Dunn; December 20, 1898 – September 4, 1990) was an American actress who appeared in films during the Golden Age of Hollywood. She is best known for her comedic roles, though she performed in films of other genres. In the 1930s, Dunne established herself as one of Hollywood’s most versatile and highly-paid leading ladies, transitioning seamlessly from emotional dramas to the newly popular screwball comedy genre.

After a successful Broadway career, Irene Dunne moved to Hollywood and signed with RKO in 1930. She achieved instant stardom with her second film, the Western epic Cimarron (1931), which won Best Picture and earned her the first of five career Academy Award nominations. For the first half of the decade, she was primarily known for “weepers” or sentimental dramas like Back Street (1932) and Magnificent Obsession (1935). A trained soprano, she showcased her voice in major musicals, most notably as Magnolia Hawks in Show Boat (1936) and in Roberta (1935), where she introduced the standard “Smoke Gets in Your Eyes.” 

In 1936, she surprised audiences with Theodora Goes Wild, proving she had a “wicked sense of humor” and earning another Oscar nomination. She cemented her comedy status in The Awful Truth (1937) opposite Cary Grant. Their chemistry was so successful that they became one of the era’s definitive screen duos, later starring together in My Favorite Wife (1940). 

Dunne was renowned for her sophisticated beauty, “high-class posture,” and a unique ability to handle both slapstick comedy and heavy drama with equal grace. Unlike many of her contemporaries, she avoided scandals, remained married to her husband (Dr. Francis Griffin) for 38 years, and was widely considered a “consummate professional.”

By the end of 1939, after starring in the romantic classic Love Affair, she was regarded as one of the finest actresses in the world—though she famously became known as “the best actress never to win an Oscar.”

See more»

Rhapsody (1954): A Symphony of Love and Ambition

Rhapsody (1954) is a lush Technicolor melodrama that stands as a shimmering example of mid-century Hollywood glamour, starring a luminous Elizabeth Taylor at the height of her beauty.

Directed by Charles Vidor, the film follows the journey of Louise Durant, a wealthy young woman caught in a sophisticated love triangle with two aspiring classical musicians, a temperamental violinist (played by Vittorio Gassman) and a dedicated pianist (played by John Ericson). Set against the backdrop of prestigious European conservatories, the film masterfully weaves high-stakes emotional conflict with a world-class soundtrack featuring the works of Tchaikovsky and Rachmaninoff.

While celebrated for its visual elegance and Taylor’s exquisite wardrobe, Rhapsody is ultimately a poignant exploration of the tension between romantic obsession and the sacrifices required by artistic ambition, solidifying its place as a beloved classic of the 1950s romantic genre.

These vintage photos capture portraits of Elizabeth Taylor during the filming of Rhapsody in 1954.

See more»

Glamorous Portrait of Lilian Rose Goldstein, a Member of the Forty Elephants

This glamorous portrait is believed to be Lilian Rose Goldstein, the Bobbed-Haired Bandit. Taken in about 1926 and found among one of the Forty Elephants, Ada Johnston’s possessions when she died, it has the stylized look of film actress Louise Brooks, who popularized the bob haircut.

Goldstein was a young, middle class woman from Wembley who acted as the getaway driver for John ‘Ruby Sparks’ a notorious smash-and-grab burglar in the 1920s. She was inventive and it has her idea that he “take bulldog paperclips with him to hold the cuts on his hands and arms together.”

Amazing Photos From CREEM Magazine From the 1980s Featured Rock Stars Posing With Their Personal Cars

In the 1980s, CREEM Magazine—Detroit’s legendary “America’s Only Rock ‘n’ Roll Magazine”—continued its iconic “Stars Cars” series. While the feature reached its peak of absurdity and popularity in the late 1970s, it remained a staple through the early-to-mid 1980s, capturing the era’s rock royalty alongside their (often excessive) vehicles. The series was known for its irreverent, “tongue-in-cheek” captions that poked fun at the rock stars' egos while celebrating the car culture of the Motor City.

In the 1980s, the series shifted from the muscle cars and jalopies of the 1970s toward the flashy, high-luxury, and hair-metal aesthetic of the new decade. In November 1980, the magazine featured Bernie Taupin with a Rolls-Royce. The caption famously parodied his own lyrics: “It’s a little bit funny, owning a Rolls-Royce, but I hope you believe me, I don’t get a choice.” In January 1984, it featured Vince Neil of Mötley Crüel with a group of women in a photo that blurred the lines between a car advertisement and a rock shoot. The caption mocked the lengths bands would go to for publicity. Though a 1970s icon, Ted Nugent’s zebra-striped Ford Broncos were frequently mentioned or featured in CREEM contexts into the 1980s, embodying the magazine's Detroit roots.

Unlike modern glossy car magazines, CREEM’s “Stars Cars” was intentionally unpolished. It often used candid or slightly awkward photos to humanize (or ridicule) stars who were trying to look “cool” next to their Ferraris, Mercedes-Benzes, or tour vans.

Because CREEM was based in Detroit, the car was more than just a prop; it was a symbol of the working-class audience the magazine served. “Stars Cars” bridged the gap between the unattainable lifestyle of a rock god and the everyday reality of a reader in a car-obsessed city.

See more»

Jean Geoffroy: The Painter of Childhood and Schools

Jean Geoffroy (1853–1924), who often signed his works with the pseudonym Geo, was a distinguished French painter and illustrator renowned for his heartfelt and realistic depictions of children and social life. He rose to fame during the French Third Republic, a period marked by major educational reforms, and he became the unofficial chronicler of the new public school system.

Geoffroy’s work is characterized by an extraordinary empathy. He had a unique ability to capture the quiet concentration of students in a classroom, the playful energy of the playground, and even the somber reality of children’s hospitals and night shelters. His masterpiece, “En classe” (In Class), remains an iconic representation of the 19th-century French classroom.

Through his meticulous attention to detail and soft, natural lighting, Geoffroy elevated everyday scenes of humble life into poignant works of art, leaving behind a visual legacy that continues to be a primary source for understanding the social history of childhood in France.

A Drawing Lesson in Primary School

A Minor Adjustment

A Simple Pleasure

Arrival at School

At the Fountain

See more»

Photos of Teenage Alyssa Milano During a Photoshoot for LIFE Magazine in 1987

In 1987, Alyssa Milano participated in a notable photoshoot for LIFE magazine that captured her as a burgeoning teen icon during the height of her Who’s the Boss? fame. The 1987 photoshoot featured a classic “teen girl” aesthetic of the era, showcasing Milano with her signature thick, dark hair and expressive features that made her a staple in 1980s pop culture.

By 1987, Milano was one of the most recognizable young actresses on television, playing Samantha Micelli on the ABC sitcom Who’s the Boss?, which had premiered in 1984. That same year, she made several high-profile appearances, including the 14th Annual American Music Awards alongside Corey Feldman and the ABC Affiliates Party.

Beyond LIFE, she was a frequent cover star for youth-oriented publications like Movie Mirror and international magazines such as Japan’s Privacy. 1987 marked the beginning of her publicized relationship with fellow teen star Corey Haim, which lasted until 1990.

See more»