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J. Randy Taraborrelli

    29. Februar 1956

    J. Randy Taraborrelli ist bekannt für seine Biografien zeitgenössischer Entertainer und politischer Persönlichkeiten. Seine umfangreichen Werke dringen oft in das Herz von Persönlichkeiten des öffentlichen Lebens ein und decken ihre Triumphe und Wirrnisse auf. Taraborrellis Fähigkeit, die Essenz seiner Subjekte einzufangen, hat ihm kritische Anerkennung und zahlreiche Platzierungen auf der Bestsellerliste der New York Times eingebracht. Er hat seine erzählerische Reichweite erweitert, indem er durch seine eigene Produktionsfirma Fernsehprojekte entwickelt und produziert.

    J. Randy Taraborrelli
    Diana Ross
    Sinatra
    Cher
    Madonna
    Grace Kelly und Fürst Rainier
    Michael Jackson
    • Grace & Steel

      • 528 Seiten
      • 19 Lesestunden

      From New York Times bestselling biographer J. Randy Taraborrelli comes the epic, hidden history of the exceptional women behind the greatest political dynasty of all time - the Bush family.

      Grace & Steel2021
      4,1
    • The Kennedy Heirs

      • 640 Seiten
      • 23 Lesestunden

      From New York Times bestselling author J. Randy Taraborrelli comes The Kennedy Heirs, his most revealing Kennedy book yet.

      The Kennedy Heirs2020
      4,1
    • She's adored by millions of fans, writes and performs songs that move and inspire, but Beyonce is truly known by very few. Now highly-acclaimed biographer J. Randy Taraborrelli reveals the woman behind the star. He takes us from a childhood spent performing in talent shows to finding worldwide fame with her band Destiny's Child, managed by her father Matthew. Beyoncé's first solo album, Dangerously in Love, went straight to number one and she has to date released a total of five albums which have sold 75 million copies.Beyoncé prefers to keep her personal life with husband Jay-Z and daughter Blue Ivy carefully under lock and key. She may be a top performer, fashion idol and business mogul in her own right, but fame has come at personal sacrifice and with private heartbreak. Baed on exhaustive research, including exclusive interviews with those how have played pivotal roles in her life and career, the book reveals the hard-earned lessons 'Queen Bey' has learned about love, life, loyalty and family. Insightful and entertaining, this is the first authoritative biography of the most famous woman in the world today and a must-have for the 'Bey Hive'.

      Becoming Beyonce: the untold story2015
      3,9
    • After Camelot

      • 602 Seiten
      • 22 Lesestunden

      For more than half a century, Americans have been captivated by the Kennedys - their joy and heartbreak, tragedy and triumph, the dark side and the remarkable achievements. In this ambitious and sweeping account, Taraborelli continues the family chronicle begun with his bestselling Jackie, Ethel, Joan and provides a behind-the-scenes look at the years "after Camelot." He describes the challenges Bobby's children faced as they grew into adulthood; Eunice and Sargent Shriver's remarkable philanthropic work; the emotional turmoil Jackie faced after JFK's murder and the complexities of her eventual marriage to Aristotle Onassis; the the sudden death of JFK JR; and the stoicism and grace of his sister Caroline. He also brings into clear focus the complex and intriguing story of Edward "Teddy" and shows how he influenced the sensibilities of the next generation and challenged them to uphold the Kennedy name. Based on extensive research, including hundreds of exclusive interviews, After Camelot captures the wealth, glamour, and fortitude for which the Kennedys are so well known. With this book, J. Randy Taraborrelli takes readers on an epic journey as he unfolds the ongoing saga of the nation's most famous-and controversial-family.

      After Camelot2012
      4,2
    • Marilyn Monroe

      secrete, glorie și tragedie

      • 405 Seiten
      • 15 Lesestunden
      Marilyn Monroe2009
    • The Secret Life of Marilyn Monroe

      • 610 Seiten
      • 22 Lesestunden

      A profile of the iconic actress explores the roles of the influential women in her life, including her mentally ill mother, in an account that also discusses Monroe's own struggles with mental illness, her estranged father, and the Kennedys. Offers an extensive bibliographic essay and annotated filmography.

      The Secret Life of Marilyn Monroe2009
      4,2
    • Through hard work, Diana Ross scaled the heights of superstardom, first as lead singer of the Supremes and then as a solo artist. Written by the author of Call Her Miss Ross, this book talks about her relationship with the other Supremes, her romance with Berry Gordy, her two marriages and divorces, and her arrest for drunk driving.

      Diana Ross2007
      4,0
    • Elizabeth

      • 688 Seiten
      • 25 Lesestunden

      From the bestselling author of *Once Upon a Time: Behind the Fairy Tale of Princess Grace and Prince Rainer* comes a captivating biography of film legend Elizabeth Taylor, exploring her life beyond the tabloids. For over six decades, Taylor has been an American icon, surrounded by fame since childhood. Acclaimed biographer J. Randy Taraborrelli delves into her evolution from child star to independent woman, presenting a fully realized portrait of her family dynamics. Her mother, a controlling figure, meticulously plotted Elizabeth's success, while her father's complex relationship with her is revealed to be more nuanced than previously understood. Taraborrelli brings to life Elizabeth's rise in 1940s Hollywood, highlighting the qualities that made her a star and the circumstances that shaped her journey. While her eight marriages to seven men are well-documented, this biography examines the psychological and emotional roots of each relationship, including her tumultuous marriage to Nicky Hilton and the passionate, enduring affair with Richard Burton. The author also chronicles Elizabeth's remarkable resilience, showcasing her battles with substance abuse and chronic illness, and her eventual triumphs in family, friendships, and philanthropy. Accompanied by never-before-published family photos, this biography offers a deeper understanding of a woman many thought they knew.

      Elizabeth2006
      3,9