by CU Newswire | Jul 24, 2026 | Yesteryear
Stephanie Seymour (born July 23, 1968) is an American model and actress. During the 1980s and 1990s, she was one of the most popular supermodels, being featured in the
Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue and on the cover of
Vogue, as well as being a former Victoria’s Secret Angel. She had a book published about beauty tips and has participated in advertising campaigns for clothing and cosmetic products.
Arthur Elgort photographed Seymour extensively for
Vogue in the mid-to-late 1980s (notably 1986–1989), during her rise as a supermodel. Elgort’s signature style—relaxed, candid “snapshot” aesthetics with natural light, movement, and real-world or studio settings that felt alive—suited Seymour’s youthful, versatile look perfectly. He broke from stiff, overly posed studio work by encouraging models to move freely, often shooting outdoors or in dynamic indoor setups.
Elgort rarely asked models to freeze in rigid, geometric poses. Instead, he shot Seymour in motion—laughing, walking, balancing on furniture, or interacting with her surroundings. Moving out of dark studio spaces, Elgort favored open air, city streets, cafes, and natural daylight. This gave Seymour’s portraits a fresh, sunlit warmth rather than a heavy, artificial polish.
While the clothing remained central to Vogue and commercial assignments, Elgort prioritized Seymour’s natural vitality, athletic posture, and expressive charisma. This emphasis on individual persona was key to birth of the 1980s and 1990s “supermodel” phenomenon. Using lighter, mobile camera setups, Elgort worked quickly, capturing split-second candid reactions between formal takes, moments that often became the final chosen editorial shots.
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by CU Newswire | Jul 24, 2026 | Yesteryear
In 1983, Saul Hudson, better known as Slash, was just 18 years old and still a few years away from global fame with Guns N’ Roses. At that time, he was living in Los Angeles and actively immersed in the local rock scene. He had recently taken up the guitar seriously, having started in his mid-teens after a brief stint on BMX bikes.
Around this time, Slash formed a band with Steven Adler and Duff McKagan called Road Crew, inspired by the Motörhead song “We Are The Road Crew.” The band struggled to find a singer and ultimately disbanded, but it laid the groundwork for future collaborations. The main riff for what would become Guns N’ Roses’ “Rocket Queen” was reportedly written during this period.
Slash was intensely dedicated to playing guitar, often practicing for up to 12 hours a day. He was influenced by bands like Led Zeppelin and Aerosmith, and teachers helped him refine his skills. He was also reportedly playing a B.C. Rich electric guitar and a handmade Les Paul copy around this time.
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by CU Newswire | Jul 24, 2026 | Yesteryear
Joan Shawlee (1926–1987) was an American actress and comedienne known for her distinctive voice, sharp wit, and memorable supporting roles in classic films and television.
Often cast as brassy, sassy, or comedic characters, Shawlee is best remembered for her appearances in several Billy Wilder films, including The Apartment (1960) and Some Like It Hot (1959), where she played Sweet Sue, the tough-talking leader of the all-girl band.
With her bold personality and reliable comic timing, Shawlee brought energy and humor to dozens of films and TV shows throughout the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s, making her a familiar and beloved face in Hollywood’s Golden Age. These vintage photos capture the bold personality and sharp charm of Joan Shawlee, a memorable supporting actress known for her witty roles in classic films.
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by CU Newswire | Jul 24, 2026 | Culture Pop!
by CU Newswire | Jul 24, 2026 | Culture Pop!
Young and the Restless shows Nick Newman really struggling to stay clean right now. But there’s so many things going on in his life that it seems like he’s going to be popping pills again at any moment. And in fact, that is pretty much the foremost thing on his mind because of all this other stress.
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