Lauren Bacall’s Alleged Affair with Adlai Stevenson: A Look into Hollywood’s Greatest Love Affair

Lauren Bacall, well-known for her captivating on-screen performances in classic films, holds a special place in the hearts of many Old Hollywood enthusiasts.

Her portrayal of tough, yet vulnerable heroines has endeared her to audiences worldwide.

However, a new book has shed light on a potential scandal involving Bacall and politician Adlai Stevenson.

Bacall, whose real name was Betty, found love with Humphrey Bogart during the filming of “To Have and Have Not” when she was just 19 years old, while Bogart was 44.

Despite their significant age difference, they married and went on to star in four films together, earning them a place among the legendary couples of that era.

Their marriage was often seen as one of the happiest in Hollywood, but rumors of infidelity plagued their relationship.

In an excerpt from the book, Bacall's own words from her memoir are used to explore her emotional connection with the politician.

The passage suggests that their relationship may have extended beyond mere friendship, potentially indicating a physical affair.

Bogart, it seems, was aware of this connection and felt somewhat apprehensive about it.

During Stevenson's campaign in 1952, both Bacall and Bogart joined him on the trail.

Bacall described how Stevenson would catch her eye, wave, and smile at her, leading her to fantasize about being his confidante and long-distance partner.

Bacall's memoir reveals her struggles with these feelings, as she grappled with desires outside of her marriage.

Further details from the book recount a significant event on election night, where Bacall chose to remain at the governor's mansion rather than care for her sick husband.

As Eisenhower won the election by a landslide, Bacall listened to Stevenson's concession speech, overcome with emotion.

She wrote that Stevenson had shaken her up completely, causing her to question her previously contented life.

The emotional affair between Bacall and Stevenson lasted for months, with Bacall even attempting to become intimate with him on one occasion.

However, it was only when she witnessed another woman in Stevenson's company that she realized she was just one of many.

This revelation brought an end to her infatuation with the politician.

Bacall's marriage to Bogart began as an extramarital affair.

At the time, Bogart was still married to Mayo Methot, an actress known for her violent alcoholic tendencies.

Bacall patiently waited for Bogart to make a decision while dealing with the tumultuous nature of his marriage.

Despite their rocky start, Bacall and Bogart found solace in each other, with Bacall providing Bogart a chance at redemption.

Given Bacall's young age when she married Bogart, it is not surprising that her eye might have wandered as she reached her late twenties.

Bogart seemingly understood this, as their relationship initially began as an affair while he was still married to Methot.

Bacall's attraction to Bogart, 25 years her senior, can be partially attributed to her absent father figure.

Their complicated love story resembles something out of a Lana Del Rey song, captivating and tragic.

Intrigued by these revelations, many are eagerly anticipating the release of Mann's book.

It promises to be a compelling read, delving into the complexities of relationships within the glitz and glamour of Old Hollywood.