The documentary “Grey Gardens” exposed the tragic life of “Big Edie" Bouvier Beale, who has since become one of history’s most famous recluses.
In another lifetime, “Little” Edie Beale might have been as glamorous as her cousin, Jackie Kennedy. But fate wasn’t so kind to her—it was downright cruel.
Edith Bouvier Beale had all the makings of a glamorous socialite—but after living in the shadow of Grey Gardens for so long, she was never the same again.
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