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Jean Harlow

ORIGINAL Antique Vintage Theatrical Press Release TYPE I Photo 
One of her very best photos
Photographer:  Ted Allan

PSA Encapsulated
 

1936 Jean Harlow, "Platinum Blonde Bombshell" Art Photo by Ted Allan (PSA)

Large 1936 studio photograph of actress Jean Harlow from her film "Libeled Lady" and photographed by Ted Allan from MGM and stamped on the back. This is a fantastic image in great shape which can only be described as a work of Hollywood art! The condition and quality are nice and this is one of the most visually stunning Harlow images we have ever offered. A large piece of history in great shape and encapsulated by PSA as a Type 1.
Size: 8x10
Designation: Vintage 1

Jean Harlow remains an enduring Hollywood icon because she was the original platinum blonde bombshell, blending sultry glamour with sharp wit and comedic charm. Her roles in films like Red Dust and Dinner at Eight defined the Golden Age of Hollywood, showcasing her ability to be both seductive and effortlessly funny. Unlike many stars of her time, Harlow had a down-to-earth, rebellious spirit that made her relatable despite her on-screen allure. Her tragic death at just 26 only cemented her legendary status, leaving audiences to wonder what might have been. Nearly 90 years later, her influence on fashion, beauty, and Hollywood archetypes ensures she remains a timeless figure in pop culture.

Actress Jean Harlow became a breakout star in 1930s Hollywood, where she earned the nickname the Blonde Bombshell. She got small parts in movies beginning in 1928, and became famous when she appeared in the 1930 Howard Hughes film Hell's Angels while still a teenager. Hughes had been working on the film for some time with actress Greta Nissen, but when 1927's The Jazz Singer introduced sound technology to film, Hughes decided Hell's Angels would be a talkie. Nissen had a thick Norwegian accent and was dropped from the production. Upstart Harlow, in contrast, had a pleasant and relatively deep voice. The following year, she starred in six movies. Harlow went on to appear in a total of 43 movies, but her career was still brief. She died of kidney failure in 1937 at just 26 years old.