In 1931 Charlie Chaplin's film “City Lights” turned Virginia Cherrill who had never been on screen or stage before, into the most famous girl in the world. She was the adoring first wife of Cary Grant, breaking his heart when she left him. She presided over one of England's loveliest houses as the Countess of Jersey, while conducting an ongoing relationship with the Maharajah of Jaipur. Jane talks to Miranda Seymour about her biography of Virginia Cherrill who ultimately gave up her wealth and privilege for love.
“Chaplin's Girl The Life and Loves of Virginia Cherrill” by Miranda Seymour is published by Simon and Schuster ISBN 9781847371256.
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