Sleeping His Way to The Top
When he was starting his career and trying to make a name for himself, Gable used his good looks and charming personality to get roles. More specifically, he had numerous affairs with older rich women who had connections in the industry. He knew that if he played his cards right, they could help him get parts.
Pauline Frederick (1883-1938) American Actress. Photo By Historia/Shutterstock
The most notable of all these women was his relationship with Pauline Frederick. Their relationship lasted about two years, and she was 18 years his senior. He clearly had a thing for older women. She helped him land a part in her revival of Madame X, so it looks like his plan worked.