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Bystander cover - Marchioness of Headfort
The Marchioness of Headfort, formerly known to playgoers as Miss Rose (Rosie) Boote of the Gaiety Theatre, London. She married the Marquess in April 1901, and her son became the Earl of Bective. One of a number of stage actresses during the Edwardian era who married into the peerage. Pictured on the front cover of The Bystander at the time her daughter, Lady Millicent Taylour married Henry Tiarks at Westminster Abbey. Date: 1930
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This photograph, featured on the cover of The Bystander magazine in 1930, showcases the elegant and graceful Marchioness of Headfort, formerly known as Rosie Boote, a beloved actress from the Gaiety Theatre in London. Rosie made her mark on the Edwardian stage, enchanting audiences with her charisma and talent. In an unexpected turn of events, she married the Marquess of Headfort in April 1901, becoming a member of the aristocracy. The Marchioness's life took another exciting turn when her daughter, Lady Millicent Taylour, married Henry Tiarks at the revered Westminster Abbey. This joyous occasion was commemorated on the front cover of The Bystander, highlighting the connection between the worlds of theatre and aristocracy. Dressed in an elegant shawl, the Marchioness exudes an air of sophistication and poise, reflecting the refined elegance of the era. This evocative portrait is a testament to the extraordinary life of a woman who defied expectations and left an indelible mark on both the stage and the aristocracy. The Bystander's cover, with its striking image of the Marchioness, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us to a time of elegance, glamour, and the intersection of two seemingly disparate worlds. This photograph is a treasure trove of history, offering a unique perspective on the lives of stage actresses during the Edwardian era who married into the peerage.
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