Audrey Hepburn's had her first major acting role as the lead in the French author, Colette's, Gigi. Immediately after Gigi closed on Broadway, Audrey began filming her first American movie -- Roman Holiday with Gregory Peck. She went on to star in many more pictures and became a Hollywood icon. After Audrey Hepburn auditioned for Gigi, Colette gave her an autographed picture that read, "To Audrey Hepburn -- the treasure I found on the beach."
Thank goodness that Colette found this treasure because without her, the cinema would have never been lit so brightly by the shining face of this vibrant young actress. The world would not know the terms "charm" or "class" as defined by the elegance and charm of Audrey Hepburn. In a time when the hourglass figure was admired, Audrey Hepburn redefined the standard of beauty. "I never thought I'd land in pictures with a face like mine," Audrey said, but her thin frame and poise graced the set with a manner that Hollywood had never seen before. Audrey was polite, composed, graceful, and undeniably beautiful. She had all the qualities that one should strive to maintain, and she used her fame for the good of others rather than to make life easier for herself. She became very involved with UNICEF because she wanted to help children as she had been helped during the Second World War. Charity, kindness, and a willingness to please all led Audrey to becoming an unforgettable movie star. She will be forever remembered for her many movie roles as well as the roles she played in helping others. Had Colette not found Audrey Hepburn on that beach, the world would have missed knowing a truly remarkable woman.
