James and Norma Jean, The Marriage Nobody Remembers
Fame is a fickle goddess indeed, and you never know where she will land...
Jeffrey Massey is a friend of mine (an old fraternity brother) who lives in the Wiregrass. He's one of the few people I know who also has a Substack newsletter, which is always interesting. I thought Troy Citizen readers might find this piece on Normal Jean's first marriage as interesting as I did. I'm working on a book review and have another timely Wayne Curtis column on deck for The Citizen! -
One of the most unique facets of the human condition is the celebration of achievement, moments in time when ordinary men or women are lauded for great things, moving seamlessly into the realm of celebrity. The opposite side of the coin are those that stood so very close to fame’s doorstep, yet somehow never made it across the threshold.
Pete Best, the o…
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