She may have been the Princess of Monaco, but Grace Kelly still reigns as one of America's original sweethearts—and the epitome of classic, Old Hollywood style. Here, get a glimpse of rare photos from the actress's life.
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1953: A Birthday on Set
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The young film star is treated to a birthday celebration on the set of Rear Window in 1953. The actress was presented a cake on the Paramount lot in honor of her 24th birthday.
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1953: On Set in Africa
Kelly rides horseback on location in Equatorial Africa in 1953 for her film Mogambo. The picture earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress.
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1954: Her First Hitchcock Film
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The actress reads through the final script for Hitchcock's thriller, Dial M for Murder, with costar Robert Cummings in 1954. Naturally, the starlet looks impeccably chic in a sleeveless polka dot dress.
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1954: On the Set of 'The Country Girl'
Kelly studies her script on the set of The Country Girl. The actress costarred with Bing Crosby and William Holden in the film as the female lead, Georgie.
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1954: A Prized Autograph
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While costarring on The Country Girl together, Kelly receives a signed record from her costar, iconic singer-turned-actor, Bing Crosby.
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1954: Behind the Scenes
Kelly looks chic in a casual black sleeveless turtleneck and tan pants in her dressing room on set in 1954.
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1954: A Festive Photoshoot
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Kelly poses in a bright green ballgown and white fur stole for a St. Patrick's Day photoshoot in 1954.
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1954: Another Day on Set
Kelly wears a chic belted beige dress and matching sunhat as she films a scene on a boat for Green Fire in 1954.
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1954: At Home with Grace Kelly
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In-between the star's busy filming schedule—the actress released four films in 1954 alone—Kelly finds time to relax at home with a friend and read magazines.
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1954: Getting Camera-Ready
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Kelly fixes her brows in her dressing room on set in 1954. The actress was known for her understated and polished beauty, and used two shades of blush to achieve her signature high cheekbones.
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1955: An Off-Duty Look
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While Kelly was known for her red carpet glamour, she could typically be found in casual clothing when she was off-duty. Here, the actress reclines on a rock wearing a cardigan sweater with a bow collar.
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1955: Arriving in New York
In 1955, Kelly hops off of a TWA airplane upon her arrival in New York City. The actress flew from Los Angeles with fellow film stars Elizabeth Taylor and Lorraine Day.
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1955: A Personal Touch
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Kelly added a touch of personalization to her dressing room in 1955, plastering black and white photographs on the wall.
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1955: Leaving for the Academy Awards
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Kelly chats with guests in her home, before departing for the the 1955 Academy Awards. That night she won the Best Actress Oscar for The Country Girl, beating Judy Garland.
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1955: Posing With her Award
Kelly smiles for the cameras backstage at the Academy Awards after winning her Oscar on March 30, 1955. Despite a prior nomination, this was Kelly's only recognition from the Academy.
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1955: An Academy Award Win
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Kelly smiles as William Holden admires her Academy Award. Kelly and Holden costarred in TheCountry Girl together.
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1955: Tea Time on Set
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Kelly and Alfred Hitchcock enjoy afternoon tea on the set of To Catch a Thief. The actress shared a close relationship with Hitchcock, as she starred in three of his most notable films.
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1955: An Iconic Outfit
Kelly waits to shoot a scene for To Catch a Thief. The star, who played an oil heiress staying at a luxury hotel in Cannes, is wearing one of her most famous costumes from the film, a strapless chiffon ball gown and diamond bib necklace.
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1955: Getting Notes on Set
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Kelly receives notes from her To Catch a Thief director, Alfred Hitchcock, as she films a scene on the beach in 1955.
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1955: Filming in Water
Kelly is photographed with her costar, Cary Grant, in the water while filming To Catch a Thief. The heavy equipment used to film the actors in the ocean is seen behind them.