Eve Golden, Author of Strictly Dynamite: The Sensational Life of Lupe Vélez

Watching Classic Movies

Nov 15 2023 • 31 mins

Biographer Eve Golden returns to the show to discuss her latest

. This vivacious star deserves a reputation overall. Lies, rumors, and misperceptions have clouded Velez’ legacy. While she didn’t have the opportunities and regard that her talent and starpower should have brought her, she had a remarkable, decades-long career and was a beloved, fascinating woman.

Content warning: we discuss Lupe’s suicide from 21:04 to 24:58 if you would prefer to skip that part of the conversation.


Strictly Dynamite: The Sensational Life of Lupe Vélez is a publication of University Press of Kentucky and is available wherever you buy books!

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