Gloria Swanson Biography

Gloria Swanson was one of the most prominent stars in the U.S. who reigned supreme during the silent film era. She was an actress and producer, highly acclaimed for her stylish fashion statements. She started out as an extra in films and gradually worked her way up to become one of the biggest film personalities of her times. Initially she was able to get only small roles in Hollywood movies, but things changed forever once she was spotted by the legendary director Cecil B. DeMille who cast her as the leading lady in his films ‘Don't Change Your Husband’ and ‘Male and Female’. From a lowly extra, she got transformed into one of the most sought-after actresses within a couple of years—she was so much in demand that film makers gave in to her every whims and fancies for the fear of losing her. It was not just her luminous beauty or acting skills that pulled the audiences towards her, but also her bold dressing style which made her one of the most photographed women in the world. Her dresses and accessories were often adorned with beads, jewels, and feathers. She was a fashion icon whom women all over America loved to imitate. During the later part of her career, she also tried her hand at theatre and television.