QUIZ: How Much Do You Know About Classic Hollywood Actresses?
Louis B. Mayer, who co-founded MGM, once remarked, “She can’t sing, she can’t act, she can’t talk, she’s terrific!” before offering her a standard contract.

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Despite her looks, Ava Gardner’s southern accent made her hard to understand, which MGM fixed right away.
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Louis B. Mayer, who co-founded MGM, once remarked, “She can’t sing, she can’t act, she can’t talk, she’s terrific!” before offering her a standard contract.
- Ava Gardner
- Elizabeth Taylor
- Audrey Hepburn
- Marilyn Monroe
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