These Newly-Colorized Historical Photos Reveal Shocking Things

A Young Grace Kelly

Grace Kelly was one of the world's most famous film stars during the Golden age. She was the daughter of a three-time Olympic gold medalist and was used to growing up in the spotlight. Her big break came when she was cast in Mogambo, and she received a Best Supporting Actress nomination.

Princess Diana, 1997

Princess Diana was seen vacationing on a yacht in Portofino, Italy, one week before she died in a car accident in 1997. The yacht was owned by Dodi Al Fayed, her boyfriend at the time. She was hoping to remove herself from public scrutiny following her divorce from Prince Charles. 

Advertisement

Next Page →

The More You Know

  • Betsy Ross Didn't Design and Sew the First American Flag
  • Woolly mammoths were still alive when the pyramids were built.
  • Pope Gregory IV once declared war on cats because he believed Satan used black cats. His declaration lead to the mass extermination of cats.
  • During World War I, Jackie the baboon was awarded a medal and promoted to the rank of corporal.
Next Page →

Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.