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The Man Who Invented Rock Hudson: The Pretty Boys and Dirty Deals of Henry Willson

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Book Synopsis: Henry Willson started off as a talent scout under powerhouse mogul David O. Selznick, for whom Willson procured women. The starmaker-to-be was therefore on the lookout for promising newcomers -- as actors, lovers and sometimes both -- when he received an unsolicited photograph from a movie star hopeful named Roy Scherer. Unbeknownst to Willson, the photograph of the handsome young man with bad teeth would have not only a career-defining impact for himself but, more importantly, redefine Hollywood's concept of the male heartthrob. Roy Scherer became Rock Hudson and for the next twenty-five years Henry Wilson became the man behind movie "beefcake." The Man Who Invented Rock Hudson delves into Willson's life in explicit, unsparing detail. Variety reporter Robert Hofler deftly chronicles Willson's maneuvers to sidestep the FBI's investigation into Hudson's sex life; the starmaker's use of off-duty L.A.P.D. cops and Mob ties to scare off Hudson's blackmailers; Hudson's "arranged" marriage to Willson's secretary, Phyllis Gates; as well as Hudson's affair with a Universal Pictures vice-president to help secure starring roles in Magnificent Obsession and Giant. Additionally, the book digs into Willson's other star clients, including Robert Wagner, Troy Donahue, Tab Hunter, and John Derek.

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Step into the scandalous world of Hollywood's golden age with "The Man Who Invented Rock Hudson: The Pretty Boys and Dirty Deals of Henry Willson." This captivating book by Robert Hofler exposes the untold stories of love, power, and deception behind the iconic male heartthrobs of the era. Get ready to uncover the shocking secrets and mesmerizing tales that shaped the entertainment industry as we know it today.

Discover the true genius behind the creation of Rock Hudson, a man whose image defined an era. With Henry Willson's cunning manipulation and strategic moves, witness how a simple photograph transformed both their destinies forever. From hidden affairs to Hollywood scandals, this book offers a riveting and raw account of the glitz and glamour that once masked the darker truths of Tinseltown.

Dive deep into the intricate web of relationships, deals, and scandals that surrounded Henry Willson and his star-studded clients such as Robert Wagner, Troy Donahue, Tab Hunter, and John Derek. Uncover the shocking revelations and power plays that shaped the careers and personal lives of these handsome leading men under Willson's watchful eye. "The Man Who Invented Rock Hudson" is a must-read for anyone fascinated by the hidden secrets of Hollywood's past.

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