This episode explores the complicated life and legacy of Clark Gable, from his troubled childhood and rise through Hollywood to his defining roles.
We cover his breakthrough performances, Oscar win, and role in Gone with the Wind, alongside the many affairs, marriages, and scandals that followed him.
The hosts discuss the love and loss of Carole Lombard, Gable’s wartime service, later career highlights like The Misfits, and the controversies that emerged after his death.
Overall, the episode paints a portrait of a charismatic, flawed star whose impact on the Golden Age of Hollywood remains profound.
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