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“Our Souls Were Mates”: The Inspiring Friendship of James Dean and Eartha Kitt

by Rebecca Day

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Rebecca Day
Feb 10, 2026
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Eartha Kitt photo copyright Library of Israel.

During his brief but influential career, actor James Dean starred in three acclaimed films that left an indelible mark on the movie industry: East of Eden, Rebel Without a Cause, and Giant. Becoming the caliber of actor who was able to do this took a lot of work and inspiration. In the early 1950s, on the re…

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Writer and musician. For my latest published work, visit The Epoch Times and Classically Cultured.
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