Category Archives: Biography

Items relating to Robert Taylor’s life.

Robert Osborne on Robert Taylor

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  Now Playing, September 2001 There’s a spunky 1943 film we have in our TCM library called The Youngest Profession in which, at one point, the young heroine of the story has to compose a poem for a high school … Continue reading

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Robert Taylor at Home in Nebraska, October 1963

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To Robert Taylor, Nebraska was home. He was born in the tiny town of Filley and grew up in the somewhat larger town of Beatrice. Even after becoming an international film star, he kept his ties with friends and neighbors … Continue reading

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Robert Taylor, Horseman: Updated

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In February 2013 I published a post called “Robert Taylor, Horseman” taken from a book by the late horse trainer Don Burt.  Since that time, I have been informed that the book contains numerous inaccuracies and fabrications.  For this reason, … Continue reading

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“Robert Taylor Was the Finest Person I Have Ever Met.”

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This letter arrived this morning in the form of a comment by Martha Crawford Cantarini, long-time stuntwoman. “What a treat this web site is. I am thrilled to have found it. It is a beautiful tribute to a most deserving … Continue reading

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Robert Taylor in Paris, 1949

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While in England to appear in M-G-M’s Conspirator, Robert Taylor pays a weekend visit to Paris, France, with his old flying pal, Ralph Couser, who accompanied him on the trip abroad. Left to right: Robert Taylor pauses to admire the … Continue reading

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