Rita Moreno: A Memoir (33 page)

The “Liz look”—playing a role was easier than finding myself.

A young actor is grateful when the photographer offers a free picture—this is that picture.

Playing Indian princess number 36…or is it number 42? I lost count.

The Deerslayer
—I dreaded wearing those icy-cold buckskins.

The Yellow Tomahawk
—Noah Beery Jr. (to my right) and Rory Calhoun (far right).

The King and I
—that ten-pound headdress made a real impression on my scalp.

“Who is this girl?…Find me that girl!”
—Darryl F. Zanuck

On top in “America,” the seminal role of my career.

The happiest night of my life, until Fernanda arrived.

Reportedly “the photo” found in Marlon’s home when he died.

Before the
I do’s
—Lenny and me outside of New York’s City Hall.

Holding Fernanda at a political rally—the babysitter didn’t show.

Finding my voice, taking a stand.