20 Forgotten Celebrities from the Early 20th Century

9. Clara Bow

Dubbed the original “It Girl,” Clara Bow epitomized the spirit of the Roaring Twenties and was once Hollywood’s top box office sensation. Her vibrant, charismatic presence made her the face of the flapper era. However, difficulties adapting to sound films and personal struggles led to her rapid fall from stardom. Explore Bow’s enduring influence at Smithsonian Magazine.