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  1. 2024-12-11

    Elizabet Taylor part 3

    Elizabeth Taylor: Diamonds, Drama, and Dedication In this episode of Queen's Podcast, we conclude our three-part series on Elizabeth Taylor, highlighting her extravagant lifestyle, tumultuous relationships, and significant contributions to AIDS research. The discussion spans her illustrious film career, iconic jewelry collection, passionate marriages (especially with Richard Burton), and later life focused on philanthropy. We hope y'all love her as much as we do! Time stamps: 00:59 Elizabeth Taylor's Marriages and Family 03:53 Extravagant Lifestyle and Generosity 06:56 The Famous Krupp Diamond 12:17 The Taylor-Burton Diamond 15:34 Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf 26:37 Life After Richard Burton 32:28 The Campaign Trail and Political Life 34:17 Struggles with Depression and Weight 37:32 Broadway Success and Reunion with Richard Burton 39:11 Intervention and Rehab Journey 43:21 AIDS Activism and Philanthropy 55:09 Final Years and Legacy Some sources: Vanity Fair article about Elizabeth & Richard's relationship Diamonds! Love Letters Weight scrutiny Barbara Walters interview with John Warner Her intervention Vanity Fair- Elizabeth & AIDS Our patreon episode on the AIDS & the Reagan administration This episode is sponsored by Quince. Go to Quince.com/queenspod to get free shipping and 365 day returns! Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast.Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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