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1934: Claudette Colbert (1903 - 1996), originally Claudette Lily Chauchoin, poses in a shimmering gown, designed by Travis Banton for the film 'Cleopatra' directed by Cecil B deMille. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

1934:  Claudette Colbert (1903 - 1996), originally Claudette Lily Chauchoin, poses in a shimmering gown, designed by Travis Banton for the film 'Cleopatra' directed by Cecil B deMille.  (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)