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Famous Stars #3
This issue features two biographical stories: "Judy Garland's Ordeal" chronicles her triumphs and tragedy, including her work during World War II when she entertained troops in Paris, her marriages to directors and producers, and her struggles with the pressures of studio life and her career; "Farley Granger: Movieland's Greatest Romantic Catch" follows an aspiring actor named Alan who attempts to break into Hollywood with help from a friend, securing a pass to meet producer Randell and eventually landing work as a studio grip, where he discovers the behind-the-scenes labor that supports film production.