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Elizabeth Taylor’s Troubled Marriage to Eddie Fisher Revealed in New Documentary Profound Unhappiness in Marriage
A recent documentary uncovers the depths of Elizabeth Taylor’s profound unhappiness in her marriage to Eddie Fisher, which led her to contemplate suicide. Titled “Elizabeth Taylor: The Lost Tapes,” the documentary features intimate interviews with the iconic actress conducted by journalist Richard Meryman in 1964 and 1965.
A Marriage Called a Mistake
Taylor openly described her marriage to Fisher as “one big, friggin’ awful mistake.” Their 1959 wedding sparked controversy, occurring just weeks after Fisher’s highly publicized divorce from actress Debbie Reynolds.
Personal Struggles and Public Reactions
This new documentary sheds light on Taylor’s personal struggles, offering a deeper understanding of the legendary actress’s tumultuous relationship with Fisher.
Marriage Woes and Suicide Attempt
The honeymoon period was short-lived for Elizabeth Taylor and Eddie Fisher. This new documentary, “Elizabeth Taylor: The Lost Tapes,” offers a harrowing glimpse into the personal struggles of the legendary actress, highlighting the profound impact of her troubled marriage to Fisher.
Impact on Her Children
She apparently thought her attempt was “self-indulgent” at the time because of the “horrific” effects it would have on her kids.
Taylor’s Marriages
Taylor wed Fisher four times. She had two children, Michael and Christopher Wilding, with her second husband Michael Wilding. Finally, in 1964, Taylor moved on from Fisher to Richard Burton, whom she would later marry twice.
Related: Elizabeth Taylor Attempted Suicide During ‘Awful’ Eddie Fisher Marriage, New Doc Reveals: ‘Fed Up with Living’
A Life of Multiple Marriages
The “Taming of the Shrew” actress married eight different men during the course of her life.
Todd Fisher Speaks Out
Eddie Fisher’s Affair with Elizabeth Taylor
In 2023, Todd Fisher, the son of Debbie Reynolds and Eddie Fisher, opened up about his late father’s extramarital affair with Elizabeth Taylor. Public sentiment at the time was often harsh, with many asking, “So your dad left the good girl for the bad girl?” Todd Fisher acknowledged, “Liz was the bad girl, no doubt about it. She was a long way from ‘National Velvet.'”
Nanette Burstein’s Perspective
Nanette Burstein, the director of the upcoming documentary “Elizabeth Taylor: The Lost Tapes,” which premieres on HBO on August 3, shared her perspective exclusively with Page Six. Burstein stated that Taylor had been unfairly “slut-shamed” due to her extramarital affairs.
Insight into Taylor’s Life
This new documentary provides an in-depth look at the personal and controversial aspects of Taylor’s life, offering fresh insights into the actress’s tumultuous relationships and the public’s reaction.
Elizabeth Taylor’s Passing
After allegedly receiving treatment for congestive heart failure, the “Little Women” star passed away at the age of 79 in her Los Angeles home in March 2011.
A Son’s Tribute
“My mother was an extraordinary woman who lived life to the fullest, with great passion, humor, and love,” her son Christopher said in a statement at the time.