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Sister on Natalie Wood’s Hollywood childhood

February 02, 2018 / 02:25

This episode discusses Natalie Wood's life and career, featuring insights from her sister, who shares personal anecdotes and reflections on their relationship.

The conversation highlights Wood's universal appeal, described as the perfect girl-next-door, loved by both women and men. Her warmth and talent are noted as key factors in her success.

Wood's sister recalls their close bond, including teasing and bickering, as they grew up on film sets. She mentions attending studio school to stay close to her sister.

Key films that defined Wood's career are discussed, including "Miracle on 34th Street," "Rebel Without a Cause," and "West Side Story." Her sister emphasizes the significance of these roles in establishing Wood as a major star.

The episode reflects on Wood's enduring legacy and the impact of her films on audiences, showcasing her talent and the personal connection she had with her family.

TLDR

Natalie Wood's sister shares memories of their close bond and discusses her iconic films and lasting legacy.

Episode

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when you look back who was Natalie Wood - America I think she was everybody's perfect
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girl-next-door wife mom women loved her and men loved her she was very universal
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in that way she had a great deal of warmth that you could see that she cared and that came across in her acting roles
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came across in her films and I think that's what people reacted to and they watched her grow up they watched her
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grow up absolutely she was never not on camera acting was her entire life she loved it she loved
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everything about it she went through a period where she said she missed having a regular childhood but what that is a
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regular childhood seriously you know everybody has the childhood that they experienced there was eight years
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difference between the two of you how would you describe your relationship were you close
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yes teasing bickering sharing the same room if my mom would get mad at her I would cry I was on the set with her
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always as a child I attended studio school instead of being sent to school because my mom didn't have anybody to
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watch me yes we were we were very close you grew up on the set along with your sister
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it's all I knew that's all I know what do you think was the movie that really made her the biggest star oh well she
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had know she had many that was the thing about Natalie is as a child it was Miracle on 34th Street rebel without a
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cause which catapulted her into adult films instead of being the child you know I'm not going back in that zoo I'm
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never going back West Side Story I see Rose Lane gypsy splendor in the grass which is my favorite many many films
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over that over the years she always she managed to come in and strike that chord
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and get vehicle that kept her in the public eye dearly beloved

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Episode Highlights

  • Natalie Wood: The Universal Star
    Natalie Wood was loved by both men and women, embodying the perfect girl-next-door.
    “She was everybody's perfect girl-next-door.”
    @ 00m 03s
    February 02, 2018
  • A Life in Acting
    Acting was not just a career for Natalie; it was her entire life and passion.
    “Acting was her entire life; she loved it.”
    @ 00m 38s
    February 02, 2018
  • Sibling Bond on Set
    Growing up alongside her sister on set created a strong bond between them.
    “Yes, we were very close.”
    @ 01m 19s
    February 02, 2018
  • Striking a Chord
    Throughout her career, Natalie Wood consistently resonated with audiences.
    “She always managed to strike that chord.”
    @ 02m 09s
    February 02, 2018

Episode Quotes

  • She was everybody's perfect girl-next-door.
    Sister on Natalie Wood’s Hollywood childhood
  • Acting was her entire life; she loved it.
    Sister on Natalie Wood’s Hollywood childhood
  • What is a regular childhood, seriously?
    Sister on Natalie Wood’s Hollywood childhood
  • Yes, we were very close.
    Sister on Natalie Wood’s Hollywood childhood
  • She always managed to strike that chord.
    Sister on Natalie Wood’s Hollywood childhood

Key Moments

  • Universal Appeal00:03
  • Passion for Acting00:38
  • Childhood Reflection00:49
  • Sibling Connection01:19
  • Enduring Popularity02:09

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