Judy Garland: The Tragic Life and Death of The Wizard of Oz Star

Podcast: Dead Famous · Mark Randell

Opublikowano: 2026-09-27

Judy Garland became one of the most recognisable stars in Hollywood history. As Dorothy Gale in The Wizard of Oz, she created an image of innocence and optimism that would endure for generations. But behind the rainbow was a life shaped by extraordinary fame, relentless pressure, addiction and personal turmoil. Pushed into showbusiness as a child, Judy was still a teenager when MGM transformed her into a global star. Behind the scenes, however, studio executives controlled her appearance, her weight and even her sleep, while a punishing schedule helped begin a lifelong dependence on prescription drugs.<...