When the enigmatic actress was swept off her feet by the charming silent star, John Gilbert, both their careers were almost destroyed when he took on Hollywood's mightiest moguls.
In what became one of Hollywood's most fascinating and stormiest affairs, two personal and public lives were ultimately broken by the pressure of their own success.
From their years as sweethearts to their years in exile, the enduring love of De Gaulle's wife was an inspiration to France's greatest political leader.
Following a magical first meeting, she was the woman who defined the role of America's First Lady as she supported and cared for her husband through his political career and long illness.
He was Hollywood's 'Boy Wonder', who seemed to succeed at everything he tried. She was one of its most voluptuous stars. Together for a brief period they seemed the perfect couple.
