Joan Fontaine and Olivia de Havilland were born 15 months apart. They found their own success as actresses during the glitz and glamor of Hollywood’s Golden Age. But instead of their DNA bringing them together, their kinship only led to one of the most talked-about sibling rivalries in the history of Hollywood.
The British-American sisters’ feud began in their childhood and ended up lasting a lifetime – even beyond the grave. The sisters, who grew estranged, eventually found a place in their hearts to respect – even admire each other — but the resentment and envy were always present. This is a look into one of Hollywood’s coldest feuds among sisters, which began in the de Havilland home.