It Girls21 Dec 2017The shy woman who became a princessThe actress turned princess was the ultimate ‘it girl’ – if not to her father. But a lack of praise may have steeled her resolve, writes Amy Nicholson.21 Dec 201715 Dec 2017The most famous actress in the worldShe was a global superstar in the late 19th Century, but her fame has faded with time. Who was ‘the most famous actress in the world’? Holly Williams finds out.15 Dec 201713 Nov 2017The ‘most painted woman in the world’The French cabaret star Suzy Solidor was once a mainstream artist with a striking awareness of the power of propagating her own image. Holly Williams looks back.13 Nov 20179 Nov 2017The 'it girl' of the ancient worldMany thought she was as beautiful as Aphrodite. But Phryne had a wit to match, writes Natalie Haynes.9 Nov 20172 Nov 2017Australia’s ‘million-dollar mermaid’The extraordinary Australian woman broke records in the swimming pool before becoming a vaudeville performer, fitness guru and Hollywood actress.2 Nov 201730 Oct 2017The Greta Garbo of ChinaThere remains intense interest in Ruan Lingyu and the mystery surrounding her death. Who was the enigmatic film star? Vivienne Chow finds out.30 Oct 201724 Oct 2017Who was the real Mata Hari?The dancer turned secret agent remains an enigma 100 years after her death. She gave us the idea of the sexy spy, including 007, writes Nicholas Barber.24 Oct 201723 Dec 2015The celebrity prostitute of ParisThe courtesan La Païva hustled her way from the Moscow ghetto to the top of society in 19th Century Paris – enchanting artists, writers and royalty along the way.23 Dec 201523 Dec 2015‘The mother of modern China’She married Sun Yatsen, became a Communist and died as China’s honorary chairperson. Clarissa Sebag-Montefiore takes a look at the life of Soong Qingling.23 Dec 2015...
