February 14th 2025.
At 85 years old, Hollywood actress Ali MacGraw continues to captivate her fans with her timeless beauty and talent. This week, she made a rare public appearance, marking 55 years since the release of her iconic romance drama film Love Story.
It's hard to believe that MacGraw was only 30 years old when she starred in Love Story, directed by Arthur Hiller. The film was a huge success at the box office, and to this day, it is considered one of the most romantic movies of all time.
As she strolled down the streets of New York, MacGraw exuded elegance in a sleek black suit and her signature silver hair styled in a tight bun. She completed her look with a black clutch handbag, as she made her way to the Lowell Hotel, just a short walk from the famous Central Park and the Four Seasons Hotel.
Fans who were lucky enough to meet MacGraw couldn't help but gush about the experience. One fan, Sarah Bolton, shared on Instagram, "Meeting her is something I will never forget - a true beauty inside and out." Another fan, Dina De Luca, described her as a "timeless beauty," while many others showered her with love heart emojis.
Love Story tells the heart-wrenching tale of Harvard student Oliver and aspiring musician Jenny, who defy the disapproval of Oliver's father (also named Oliver) and fall deeply in love. However, their plans for a future together are put on hold when Jenny's health takes a turn, leaving their relationship hanging in the balance.
The movie was based on a book by Erich Segal, published in 1970. Interestingly, Segal was inspired to write the story by the real-life experiences of actor Tommy Lee Jones and politician Al Gore, who were both students at Harvard.
MacGraw's involvement in the film came after she read the script, which was also written by Segal. Paramount Pictures saw her as the perfect fit for the role and agreed to make the movie, showcasing her acting abilities. At the time, MacGraw had just finished working on Goodbye, Columbus, which earned her a Golden Globe award for best new actress and a Bafta nomination for most promising newcomer.
Despite its modest budget of $2 million, Love Story ended up grossing a staggering $173 million. Even today, when adjusted for inflation, it remains one of the highest-grossing films of all time. MacGraw's role in the movie solidified her status as an iconic figure in the world of romantic dramas and comedies of the late 60s and early 70s.
At the Golden Globes, MacGraw took home the award for best actress, beating out Hollywood heavyweights Faye Dunaway and Glenda Jackson. However, she mostly stepped away from the limelight in the mid-70s, appearing in only three more films throughout the decade.
During this time, MacGraw married her third husband, actor Steve McQueen, after the two had an affair on the set of The Getaway in the early 1970s. In her autobiography, she opened up about seeking help for alcohol abuse and sex addiction.
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