"LIZ" Topic

"Samara Weaving (she's Hugo's niece) will lead LIZ a biopic about one of America's forgotten founding mothers Elizabeth Patterson Bonaparte. To be directed by Adam Leon, the movie tells the story of the country's first modern socialite. Elizabeth Patterson Bonaparte, a daughter of an 18th century Baltimore merchant, gained prominence as the first wife of Napoleon Bonaparte's youngest brother, Jerome, and revolutionized America's social scene in the time of Jefferson's presidency. Elizabeth, who has been called one of America's first international celebrities, was known for her fashion, wit and independence. After marrying Jerome when she was 17, Liz quickly became known for her risqué taste in fashion, starting with her wedding dress (from a see-through muslin). Jerome did not fulfill Napoleon's order to leave his wife and return to France. When they finally went to his coronation, Liz was not allowed to set foot in France by Napoleon's order. Although she gave him a son, Jerome later on annulled their marriage and married a German princess, and Liz returned to America where she kept flaunting her royal connection. After the Battle of Waterloo, she returned to Europe, where she reportedly was well received in the most exclusive circles and much admired for her beauty and wit."

From Hollywood Spy

Amicalement
Armand

Referring to her as a forgotten founding mother seems a bit of a stretch, to me any way. A Napoleonic era American celebrity, maybe? Just an opinion, of course.

I have something of a soft spot for her being as she was a Baltimore girl. Local legend has it that Jerome and her spent some time living in an existing farm house near my present home. A very nice farm house, to be sure.

If I remember correctly, (and I often dont), she was not buried with the rest of the family but relegated to another cemetary, which was sadly quite rundown last I heard.

Thanks Tango!

John

Striking young lady.

A votre service mon ami! (smile)

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Armand