Sinatra, Elvis & the South African starlet who stole their hearts

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The incredible story of a South African dancer who turned heads in Hollywood, broke off an engagement to Frank Sinatra, and caught the eye of Elvis Presley, has been brought to life in a new memoir.

With the help of 640 letters, hundreds of articles, and input from family, Juliet E. Prowse has documented her famous aunt’s legacy in a book called "Born to Dance".

HOT1027’s Tara Penny has the story...
4 Jul 2025 English South Africa Entertainment News · Documentary

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