1995132
9780312936662
America's Sweetheart She's beloved worldwide for her effervescent smile and the way she lights up the screen in movies like "Erin Brockovich", "Mona Lisa's Smile" and, of course, "Pretty Woman." But Julia Roberts's real life has only been glimpsed in the tabloids until now. Acclaimed biographer James Spada has created a rich and exhaustively researched portrait of Julia as both an actress and as a woman. Spada went back to Julia's parents' beginnings in Georgia to unearth fresh details and fascinating facts about her: -Dysfunctional family background and troubled childhood -Early dating life -Penchant for dating co-stars -Last-minute cancellation of her marriage to Kiefer Sutherland -Brooding, intense relationship with Jason Patric -Brief, shocking marriage to Lyle Lovett -Long liaison with Benjamin Bratt -Her new marriage to cameraman Danny Moder and whether she will finally start a family -Clashes with directors like Steven Spielberg -Smash hits and flops -Rise to superstardom to become the highest paid actress in history -...and more! As lively and vivacious as the star it explores, Julia: Her Life is a fascinating, unforgettable biography.Spada, James is the author of 'Julia Her Life', published 2004 under ISBN 9780312936662 and ISBN 0312936664.
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