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Uncommon Knowledge

Judy Lewis was in her thirties before she discovered Hollywood's best-kept secret—that she was the daughter of Clark Gable and Loretta Young. Set against a backdrop of Beverly Hills mansions and lavish parties, Uncommon Knowledge is a behind-the-scenes memoir of Hollywood in its heyday. But it is also the unforgettable story of a difficult but ultimately triumphant journey of self-discovery. Photos.

Audience
adult
Length
long · 448 pages

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