Gloria Vanderbilt was an American actress, known for her work in television and film, as well as her renowned line of designer jeans. Born into a prominent family, she became a cultural icon over the years.
Personal and Family Life
Gloria Vanderbilt was born on February 20, 1924, in New York City. She was the daughter of railroad heir Reginald Claypoole Vanderbilt and socialite Gloria Laura Mercedes Morgan. After her father’s death, she inherited a significant trust fund, which marked the beginning of her public life and fame. Vanderbilt’s marriages included prominent figures, and she had two sons, Anderson Cooper and Stan Stokowski.
Career
In addition to her acting roles, she was also a talented painter, author, and designer. Gloria is best known for her stylish designer jeans that gained popularity in the late 1970s and 1980s. Throughout her career, she appeared in various television shows and films, leaving a lasting impact on popular culture.
Death and Legacy
Gloria Vanderbilt passed away on June 17, 2019, at her home in Manhattan due to stomach cancer, just nine days after her diagnosis. Her legacy includes not only her contributions to fashion and entertainment but also the influence she had as a social figure and her lasting relationship with her son, Anderson Cooper.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Nothing Left Unsaid: Gloria Vanderbilt & Anderson Cooper | 2016-01-23 | Herself |
| Half Past Autumn: The Life and Works of Gordon Parks | 2000-11-30 | Herself |
| Studio One | 1948-11-07 | Elizabeth Alexander |
| The United States Steel Hour | 1953-10-27 | |
| The Dick Powell Show | 1961-09-26 | Connie Carmichael |
| The Colgate Comedy Hour | 1950-09-10 | Self |
| The Early Show | 1999-11-01 | Self |
| Adventures in Paradise | 1959-10-05 | Judith |
| Producers’ Showcase | 1954-10-18 | |
| Shirley Temple’s Storybook | 1958-01-12 | |
| The Love Boat | 1977-09-24 | Gloria Vanderbilt |
| Intimate Portrait | 1993-11-14 | Self |
| Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen | 2009-07-16 | Self – Guest |
| Entertainment Tonight | 1981-09-15 | Self – Author, The Rainbow Comes and Goes |