7 Facts About Audrey Hepburn That Will Give You New Perspective On The Icon
Audrey Hepburn is known for her timeless beauty, flawless style and enviable poise, but there's a lot more to her than what you'd expect.Â
Before any of her other amazing performances, Hepburn starred in a 1948 educational film called "Dutch in Seven Lessons."
She was an unknown actress at the time, so her co-star Gregory Peck was going to be the only person listed in a starring role until he spoke up. He told production that his introductory credit would make him look like a jerk because he knew she'd be a big star. This was the only role she's ever been Oscar-nominated for.Â
An EGOT is an industry term for a person in the entertainment industry that has one all four coveted awards. She has won a posthumous Emmy for Gardens of the World with Audrey Hepburn, a posthumous Grammy for the children’s album Audrey Hepburn’s Enchanted Tales, an Oscar for Roman Holiday and a Tony for playing Ondine on Broadway.Â
Truman Capote wrote the novella that Breakfast at Tiffany's is based on, but he said the film made him want to throw up because it was horribly miscast.Â
This was the year after Marilyn Monroe serenaded the president. It was also his last birthday.Â
A rare white tulip was named after her in 1990.Â