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The Glamorous Christmas Celebrations of Classic Hollywood Celebrities

During the golden age of Hollywood, Christmas was a time for actors and actresses to come together and celebrate the holiday season. Many of these celebrities went out, throwing extravagant Christmas parties, exchanging gifts, and making the most of the holiday season. These parties were often attended by the biggest names in Hollywood and were known for their elaborate themes, gourmet food, and live entertainment. Many Hollywood stars would also participate in traditional Christmas activities, such as decorating the Christmas tree, singing holiday carols, and giving gifts to family and friends. These activities were often infused with Hollywood’s signature glamour and style, making them truly one-of-a-kind. The Hollywood Christmas culture was not just limited to the stars but was also reflected in the holiday-themed films produced during the golden era. Many of these films, such as “White Christmas” and “Holiday Inn,” showcased the holiday season’s magic and joy and helped further cement the Hollywood Christmas culture in the public imagination.

Ann Francis was a famous actress for her roles in films such as “Forbidden Planet” and “Honey West.” During the Christmas season, she was known to decorate her home with festive lights and ornaments, and she would often host Christmas parties for her friends and colleagues.

Ava Gardner was a legendary actress known for her roles in films such as “The Killers” and “Show Boat.” During the Christmas season, she was known for her love of holiday festivities, such as throwing Christmas parties and exchanging gifts with her friends and family.

Bette Davis was one of the most famous actresses of her time, known for her roles in films such as “All About Eve” and “Now, Voyager.” During the Christmas season, she was known for her love of holiday traditions, such as decorating her home with festive lights and ornaments and hosting Christmas parties for her closest friends and colleagues.

While these are just a few examples, many of the biggest stars of the golden age of Hollywood, such as Bettie Page, Betty Grabel, Catherine Deneuve, Colleen Townsend, Connie Stevens, Cyd Charisse, Deanna Durbin, Debbie Reynolds, Diana Dors, Doris Day, and Dorothy Lamour, celebrated Christmas in their unique way. These celebrities brought the holiday spirit to their celebrations, from lavish Christmas parties to intimate gatherings with family and friends.

#16 Bob Hope and and Doris Day appeared with Santa in Hollywood in 1948 the day before he performed in Berlin for troops working on the airlift.

#17 Actress Anne Jeffreys pops out of a package, 1946.

#23 Actor Glenn Ford, left, dressed up as Santa Claus, along with four other actors, for the 1949 film ‘Mr Soft Touch.’

#24 John Lennon and Yoko Ono bought a large billboard in Times Square in 1969 declaring that ‘War is over if you want it.’

#25 Audrey Hepburn cuddled up to Santa Claus in 1953.

#26 Bob Hope is seen with actress Helen Wood in this 1938 gagshot of him climbing out of a chimney.

#44 Clara Bow poses for a Christmas promotional photo in 1920.

#45 Dolores Del Río wears a mink fur coat and carries Christmas presents, 1925.

#46 Joan Crawford sits atop a chimney with a sackful of presents in 1926.

#48 Anna May Wong opens present under the tree at a Christmas celebration for Hollywood stars at the Christy Hotel in 1932.

#49 Ginger Rogers chats with actor Boris Karloff next to a Christmas tree at a Hollywood charity gala, 1932.

#51 Jane Russell stows away wrapped presents ahead of her holiday festivities, 1941.

#52 Guests of honor Bob Hope and Doris Day at a Christmas parade in 1948.

#53 Little Liza Minnelli chowing down on ice cream and candy, 1948.

#54 Audrey Hepburn standing in front of a huge Christmas tree while visiting Rome over the holidays, 1950.

#55 Ginger Rogers surrounded by multiple Santa Clauses, 1950.

#56 Queen Elizabeth II makes her annual Christmas Day broadcast from a recording studio inside Auckland, New Zealand’s Government House, on December 25, 1950.

#57 Lauren Bacall and Humphrey Bogart celebrate Christmas Eve with their son, Stephen Bogart, in their home in California, 1951.

#58 Ingrid Bergman celebrates Swedish traditions with her two-year-old son, Renato Roberto Rossellini, 1952.

#59 Audrey Hepburn smiles with Santa at a charity event in New York City during the holidays, 1953.

#60 Sophia Loren puts together her Christmas nativity scene while at home in Rome, 1953.

#61 Newlyweds Tony Curtis and Janet Leigh with their tree, 1953.

#62 Josephine Baker trims her tree with her children in her French chateau, 1956.

#63 Jayne Mansfield and her daughter rode through the Christmas parade in Hollywood in 1958.

#64 Jayne Mansfield puts finishing touches on a colorful holiday tree, circa 1960.

#65 Judi Dench sews Christmas stockings for her nephews, December 1967.

#66 Dean Martin and Frank Sinatra joined by daughters Gail Martin and Nancy Sinatra for a Christmas segment on The Dean Martin Show, 1967.

#67 Sammy Davis Jr. visited Dean Martin on The Dean Martin Show for a Christmas special in 1967.

#68 Debbie Reynolds dressed as Santa Claus for the Golden Apple Awards in Los Angeles in 1969.

#69 Ella Fitzgerald joins Tom Jones on the set of his show for a special holiday episode in 1970.

#70 Nat King Cole sings carols with daughter Natalie Cole, 1970.

#71 Gloria Swanson wearing a Santa wig while attending a holiday party, 1978.

#72 Aretha Franklin with her Christmas presents at her Detroit home, 1980.

#96 Shirley Temple modeled a new Christmas dress in 1935.

#97 Frank Sinatra and his family came together with Dean Martin and his family for a 1967 appearance on the ‘Dean Martin Show.’

#98 Marilyn Monroe posed in her stockings for this seductive 1951 photo. That year she was voted ‘the present all GI’s would like to find in their Christmas stocking.’

#99 Actress Jayne Mansfield danced with U.S. soldiers stationed in Canada for a Christmas 1961 appearance.

#100 Ida Lupino, a Warner Brothers star, spanks Saint Nick, 1942.

#101 Diana Doris, a British actress, is seen in 1947 with a Christmas greeting written in French.

Written by Nova Roberts

Nova Roberts is a classic Hollywood fanatic and vintage fashion enthusiast.With a love for vintage actresses and actors and a passion for all things retro, Nova is always on the lookout for the next big find. Just don't be surprised if you catch her dancing down the street in a pair of vintage heels and a full-skirted dress, because for Nova, every day is a chance to channel her inner Audrey Hepburn.

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