Modern Screen (Jan-Nov 1956)

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LOU ELLA PARSONS n hollywood This is a month for youngsters in Hollywood— all looking so happy Lovely Leigh Snowden appeared on the Modern Screen show; Bob Paige was there to split the mc's chores with Kirk Douglas. Perry Lopez, one of the nicest guys in town, was among the Top Ten Newcomers. He's been dating pretty Denise Alexander lately. It was the opinion of all that heard them sing that some smart producer should star Gordon MacRae and Anna Maria Alberghetti on the screen. After listening to these two duet some of composer Jimmy McHugh's loveliest songs (Mr. McHugh was honored for his contribution to music) someone remarked, "Anna Maria and Gordon could be our new Jeanette MacDonald and Nelson Eddy." Julie Adams is so much prettier than she photographs. She looked so chic and striking in smart black. Too bad that the TV time ran out before the camera could pick up glimpses of Julie, Piper Laurie (in an orchid satin cocktail suit — orchid seems to be -quite *he color with the movie gals this season), Maria English — she of the lovely figure — pert, vivacious Shirley MacLaine and Marisa Pavan. Dorothy Malone and Cleo Moore were other eyefuls. I didn't at first, recognize Esther Williams, who was done up in a long, flowing, white chiffon gown topped with a long gold-andwhite robe, looking for all the world like a Greek goddess in classic, yet modern dress. Natalie Wood was so sweet and girlish as she accepted the award in memory of the late, great James Dean. Not to neglect the gentlemen, my friend John Wayne always looks like a million dollars. As for George Nader, he reminds me of a young Robert Taylor. (Not that Bob's old.) After the Cocoanut Grove festivities, we all went into the Grand Ballroom where a delicious dinner was served. Not to be corny, but very truthfully, a wonderful time was had by all! DORIS DAY DOESN'T get much credit for it, but she really has a cute sense of humor. I got a laugh when she told me at a recent party, "I'd never make a good gossip columnist. I never recognize people unless they're with their own husband and wife." (Oh, Doris!) At the Audience Awards, Doris was seated at the same table with her good friend, June Allyson. Both girls were "up" for the most Dani Crayne and George Nader congratulated Rock, who returned the good wishes to George — one of the brightest of the Top Ten. And Debbie Reynolds and Eddie Fisher had Lex Barker roaring at their antics before the show! It was hard to keep a straight face during it, too, when Eddie kept ducking under the table to avoid being photographed (he missed once!) but he was just following orders and we understood. 12