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J. Randy Taraborrelli

    29. Februar 1956

    J. Randy Taraborrelli ist bekannt für seine Biografien zeitgenössischer Entertainer und politischer Persönlichkeiten. Seine umfangreichen Werke dringen oft in das Herz von Persönlichkeiten des öffentlichen Lebens ein und decken ihre Triumphe und Wirrnisse auf. Taraborrellis Fähigkeit, die Essenz seiner Subjekte einzufangen, hat ihm kritische Anerkennung und zahlreiche Platzierungen auf der Bestsellerliste der New York Times eingebracht. Er hat seine erzählerische Reichweite erweitert, indem er durch seine eigene Produktionsfirma Fernsehprojekte entwickelt und produziert.

    J. Randy Taraborrelli
    Diana Ross
    Cher
    Madonna
    Grace Kelly und Fürst Rainier
    Die Kennedys und ihre Frauen
    Michael Jackson
    • Michael Jackson

      • 776 Seiten
      • 28 Lesestunden

      In „Michael Jackson - Die ultimative Biografie“ beschäftigt sich der Starautor J. Randy Taraborrelli mit der einzigartigen Karriere und dem stürmischen Privatleben des rätselhaftesten Künstlers unserer Zeit. Der Autor geht auf die Höhen und Tiefen ein, auf die Frauen, die Kinder, die Eltern und das komplizierte Zusammenleben mit der Presse. Auf der anderen Seite zeigt er auch das musikalische Genie, das millionen Menschen faszinierte und bei Live-Auftritten das Publikum verzauberte.

      Michael Jackson
      4,1
    • Die Kennedys und ihre Frauen

      • 616 Seiten
      • 22 Lesestunden

      What a great idea for a deep-dish tell-all! JFK's lonely, classy wife, Bobby's athletic, competitive wife, and Ted's meek, alcoholic wife come together, soothing each other while also clashing fiercely. Taraborrelli’s prose immerses readers in intimate moments, such as when formidable mother-in-law Rose Kennedy interrupts Joan and Ethel discussing their honeymoons: “I think Bobby was finished before I got into the room!” Ethel’s catty remarks about gentle Joan, and her mockery of Jackie’s inability to compete in touch football, highlight the tensions among them. Ethel’s claim that she and Bobby were closer than Jackie and Jack adds fuel to the fire, especially when she receives a call from Lee Remick about Bobby’s infidelity. You may have heard that Joe Kennedy offered Jackie $1 million not to divorce JFK, but did you know Jackie’s alleged response? “The price goes up to $20 million if Jack brings home any venereal diseases.” Did Ethel betray Jackie’s discontent to Joe, only to be furious when he offered her $500,000? Joan, often seen as the dim one, surprises with her own complexities, while Ted’s drunken antics, including showing up with a prostitute, add to the chaotic dynamic. Historians may debate the book's place in history, but it certainly transforms historical events into a captivating narrative.

      Die Kennedys und ihre Frauen
      4,1
    • 1956 wurde in Monaco ein Märchen wahr. 30 Millionen Fernsehzuschauer in der ganzen Welt verfolgten die „Traumhochzeit des Jahrhunderts“: Fürst Rainier III. heiratete Grace Kelly, die kühlste und königlichste Schönheit der Traumfabrik. Sie krönte ihre Schauspielerinnenkarriere mit einem Schluss, den sogar Hollywood niemals gewagt hätte. J. Randy Taraborrelli, der Meister der Biographen, schaut hinter die heile Welt, wie sie auf fürstlichen Hochglanzfotos präsentiert wird. Basierend auf Hunderten von exklusiven Interviews porträtiert er das Leben des Paares jenseits von Glanz und Glamour.

      Grace Kelly und Fürst Rainier
      3,8
    • Madonna

      Die Biographie

      • 487 Seiten
      • 18 Lesestunden

      US-Autor J. Randy Taraborrelli betrachtet Madonna mit kritischer Distanz: nämlich als geschäftstüchtige Frau mit durchaus dunklen Charakterzügen. ... Deshalb ist das Buch auch für Nicht-Fans span-spannend.

      Madonna
      3,5
    • Cher

      • 334 Seiten
      • 12 Lesestunden

      Die unautorisierte, aufschlussreiche Biografie der tough-talking Bad Girl namens Cherilyn Sarkisian, die zur skandalösen, talentierten und verletzlichen Superstar wurde, den die Öffentlichkeit als Cher kennt. 8 Seiten mit Fotografien.

      Cher
    • Through hard work, Diana Ross scaled the heights of superstardom, first as lead singer of the Supremes and then as a solo artist. Written by the author of Call Her Miss Ross, this book talks about her relationship with the other Supremes, her romance with Berry Gordy, her two marriages and divorces, and her arrest for drunk driving.

      Diana Ross
      4,0
    • After Camelot

      • 602 Seiten
      • 22 Lesestunden

      For more than half a century, Americans have been captivated by the Kennedys - their joy and heartbreak, tragedy and triumph, the dark side and the remarkable achievements. In this ambitious and sweeping account, Taraborelli continues the family chronicle begun with his bestselling Jackie, Ethel, Joan and provides a behind-the-scenes look at the years "after Camelot." He describes the challenges Bobby's children faced as they grew into adulthood; Eunice and Sargent Shriver's remarkable philanthropic work; the emotional turmoil Jackie faced after JFK's murder and the complexities of her eventual marriage to Aristotle Onassis; the the sudden death of JFK JR; and the stoicism and grace of his sister Caroline. He also brings into clear focus the complex and intriguing story of Edward "Teddy" and shows how he influenced the sensibilities of the next generation and challenged them to uphold the Kennedy name. Based on extensive research, including hundreds of exclusive interviews, After Camelot captures the wealth, glamour, and fortitude for which the Kennedys are so well known. With this book, J. Randy Taraborrelli takes readers on an epic journey as he unfolds the ongoing saga of the nation's most famous-and controversial-family.

      After Camelot
      4,2
    • The Secret Life of Marilyn Monroe

      • 610 Seiten
      • 22 Lesestunden

      A profile of the iconic actress explores the roles of the influential women in her life, including her mentally ill mother, in an account that also discusses Monroe's own struggles with mental illness, her estranged father, and the Kennedys. Offers an extensive bibliographic essay and annotated filmography.

      The Secret Life of Marilyn Monroe
      4,2
    • Grace & Steel

      • 528 Seiten
      • 19 Lesestunden

      From New York Times bestselling biographer J. Randy Taraborrelli comes the epic, hidden history of the exceptional women behind the greatest political dynasty of all time - the Bush family.

      Grace & Steel
      4,1
    • Sinatra

      Behind the legend

      A thorough look and the life and times of a legendary singer by the best-selling author of Call Her Miss Ross explores the personalities, realities, and controversies surrounding the show business giant, and includes some never-before-seen photographs. 150,000 first printing.

      Sinatra
      4,1
    • Elizabeth

      • 688 Seiten
      • 25 Lesestunden

      For over sixty years, Elizabeth Taylor has been an American icon, surrounded by fame since childhood. Acclaimed biographer J. Randy Taraborrelli delves beyond the tabloid portrayal to reveal the true evolution of Taylor from child star to independent woman. Central to this meticulously researched work is a comprehensive look at her family dynamics: her ambitious, controlling mother, who plotted her success from infancy, and her father, often seen as distant, yet whose relationship with Elizabeth was more nuanced than commonly understood. Taraborrelli vividly depicts the people around Elizabeth and her ascent in 1940s Hollywood, highlighting the traits that made her a star and the circumstances that left her unprepared for independence. While her eight marriages to seven men have been widely covered, the author explores the psychological and emotional underpinnings of each relationship, including her tumultuous marriage to Nicky Hilton and the passionate, enduring affair with Richard Burton. Additionally, Taraborrelli chronicles Elizabeth's remarkable resilience, overcoming battles with substance abuse and chronic illness to find fulfillment in family, friendships, and philanthropy. Featuring never-before-published family photos by Taylor historian Tom Gates, this account offers a deeper understanding of a woman you thought you knew.

      Elizabeth
      3,9
    • She's adored by millions of fans, writes and performs songs that move and inspire, but Beyonce is truly known by very few. Now highly-acclaimed biographer J. Randy Taraborrelli reveals the woman behind the star. He takes us from a childhood spent performing in talent shows to finding worldwide fame with her band Destiny's Child, managed by her father Matthew. Beyoncé's first solo album, Dangerously in Love, went straight to number one and she has to date released a total of five albums which have sold 75 million copies.Beyoncé prefers to keep her personal life with husband Jay-Z and daughter Blue Ivy carefully under lock and key. She may be a top performer, fashion idol and business mogul in her own right, but fame has come at personal sacrifice and with private heartbreak. Baed on exhaustive research, including exclusive interviews with those how have played pivotal roles in her life and career, the book reveals the hard-earned lessons 'Queen Bey' has learned about love, life, loyalty and family. Insightful and entertaining, this is the first authoritative biography of the most famous woman in the world today and a must-have for the 'Bey Hive'.

      Becoming Beyonce: the untold story
      3,6
    • Dárkový komplet tří životopisných knih slavných hvězd stříbrného plátna. Talentovaná, laskavá a okouzlující Andrey Hepburnová. Zlatovlasá bohyně a sexy symbol mnoha generací Marilyn Monroe. Americká ikona, která se stala známou už jako dítě, Elizabeth Taylorová.

      Hvězdy stŕíbrného plátna: Marilyn Monroe, Audrey Hepburn, Elizabeth Taylor