Sharon Tate Tapestries
Description: This original Sharon Tate Design commemorates the all too short career of one of Hollywood's most promising young actresses during the 1960's. A star of numerous TV shows and regular magazine cover girl, Tate made the move into movies with a small role in Barabbas in 1961 but is perhaps best remembered for her role in the 1967 cult classic film Valley of the Dolls. In 1968 Tate married famous Polish film director Roman Polanski and became part of the elite Hollywood set. Tragically a little over a year later her career and life was ended at the hands of the Manson Family on August 9th 1969.
Description: Sharon Marie Tate Polanski (January 24, 1943 – August 9, 1969) was an American actress and model. During the 1960s, she played small television roles before appearing in films and was regularly featured in fashion magazines as a model and cover girl. After receiving positive reviews for her comedic and dramatic acting performances, Tate was hailed as one of Hollywood's most promising newcomers.