The Life, Loves & Tragic End of Carole Lombard

Carole Lombard is remembered for her talent as a leading lady, a screwball comedian, and an American hero. A starlet of classic Hollywood, Lombard had a successful career from the ripe age of twelve until her untimely death, in the line of duty, at age thirty-three. Aside from her memorable acting, Carole was also known for her legendary Hollywood romances.

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The iconic comedian was married to leading man William Powell before divorcing him and marrying the iconic actor Clark Gable. Their relationship was revered and highly covered by the media, but despite their great love, it wasn’t always easy being married to a lady’s man. What did she do in service of her country, and how did Carole Lombard die?

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