McCall's Misquote
McCall's magazine stated that Monty did not support his brother's lifestyle. Monty spent a great deal of time correcting this misquote. Sign in to see full entry.
Friday, February 11, 2011
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Understood Myrna
Monty had a good rapport with Lonelyhearts co-star Myrna Loy. He seemed to understand everything about her-even her hangups. Myrna is also mentioned in my 9/27/09 entry. Sign in to see full entry.
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
Party on Lions
The last day of shooting of The Young Lions fell on Monty's birthday. He was astonished that the cast and crew took the time to throw him a big party. Sign in to see full entry.
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Hypothyroid
Monty had a hypothyroid condition, which was discovered later in his life. Sign in to see full entry.
Monday, February 7, 2011
Italy Publicity
Monty did publicity for The Heiress in Italy. Sign in to see full entry.
Sunday, February 6, 2011
Dagwood Sandwiches
Monty enjoyed eating Dagwood sandwiches when he visited friend Kevin McCarthy and wife, Agusta. Sign in to see full entry.
Saturday, February 5, 2011
Voisin
Voisin was the Monty's and friend Nancy Walker's favorite restaurant. Sign in to see full entry.
Friday, February 4, 2011
No Mira
Monty was often pressured to not use his acting coach, Mira Rostova, on the set. Mira is mentioned in my 8/12/09, 7/3/10, and 7/9/10 entries. Sign in to see full entry.
Thursday, February 3, 2011
Mobey Dick
Monty turned down a role in Mobey Dick ( 1956 ). Sign in to see full entry.
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
The Trouble with Harry
Monty turned down a role in Hitchcock's The Trouble with Harry ( 1955 ). The role went to John Forsythe. Sign in to see full entry.