A rare American girl who had the good fortune to be born with a pretty face does not dream of a career in Hollywood. Joyce Gillson, an ordinary average American woman, whom God awarded with excellent external data, did not escape this temptation. Her youth and youth fell on the golden age of Hollywood - the 50s and 70s of the twentieth century. But the beauty was destined to become famous in a completely different field.
A promising start
Joyce was born on December 26, 1945 in the town of Cranston, Rhode Island, on the shores of picturesque Narragansett Bay. The town is not as famous as, for example, Chicago, Boston or San Francisco, but the Americans themselves consider it one of the 100 best in their country. Quiet, safe, cozy - what else is needed for life ?! But Joyce was cramped in her native land, she was eager to conquer megacities. Gillson dreamed of Broadway, so her choice fell on New York, where the famous Juilliard School of Art is located. To enter there is also an art: the competition is huge, only 2 percent of applicants are on the list of applicants. Joyce was incredibly lucky - she was enrolled and spent four years mastering stage skills. After graduating from school, luck smiled again at Jillson - she was noticed at the auditions. The girl began to shine on the stage of Broadway. Her business went uphill, and not only in the theater. Joyce was among the cast members selected for the television series Peyton Place. In the wake of success, Jillson began to build much more ambitious plans, which she already associated with Hollywood. In the early 1970s, Joyce decided - now or never - and dashed West to Los Angeles. However, Hollywood turned out to be a tough nut to crack. Joyce attended auditions at the Star Factory and moonlighted on the radio. Her sonorous voice soon became the hallmark of one of the radio stations.which she already connected with Hollywood. In the early 1970s, Joyce decided - now or never - and dashed West to Los Angeles. However, Hollywood turned out to be a tough nut to crack. Joyce attended auditions at the Star Factory and moonlighted on the radio. Her sonorous voice soon became the hallmark of one of the radio stations.which she already connected with Hollywood. In the early 1970s, Joyce decided - now or never - and dashed West to Los Angeles. However, Hollywood turned out to be a tough nut to crack. Joyce attended auditions at the Star Factory and moonlighted on the radio. Her sonorous voice soon became the hallmark of one of the radio stations.
UNEXPECTED TURN
Sometimes fate makes such sharp turns that you wonder. Once, when Joyce was broadcasting a morning program, the producers invited an astrologer to the broadcast. Then astrology in the United States was just becoming fashionable, but the interest in it from ordinary people was great. After the astrologer talked about the stars and their influence on people's lives, Jillson herself became terribly interested. In fact, everything magical had long attracted her attention. She herself was fond of fortune telling on cards, was interested in clairvoyance (thanks to Jean Dixon - the famous American fortuneteller). But, as it seemed to her, astrology is a sphere of a higher order, because the queen of sciences, mathematics, occupies a huge place in it. Joyce asked the astrologer to give her lessons and soon began to draw up horoscopes herself - first for herself, then for friends, and then for the local radio and television station. Jillson's horoscopes were successful for one simple reason - they were laconic, simple and, most importantly, they were specific. Joyce was so successful in this new field for herself that her acting career faded into the background for a while. Gillson convinced herself that this was a temporary phenomenon, but she plunged into astrology more and more. Her astrological programs attracted a huge audience. The management of the radio station put her programs in prime time, and many colleagues in the acting workshop could already envy her fees. And that was just the beginning! Joyce began to master television, and the show with her participation beat all the popularity ratings. The girl clearly had talent. At some point, she faced a choice - Hollywood or astrology? Astrology won.
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GENIUS FROM ASTROLOGY
Joyce was so successful in this business that her books on astrology were sold like hotcakes. They were written in a simple, accessible language, and, what is important, with a sense of humor. Television literally tore Joyce apart. Her participation in the show meant only one thing - a high rating. She gave people simple and intelligible answers to questions about why two people are drawn to each other, why a child does not have time at school, why one needs to go to waiters, and the other to go to law. She made astrological forecasts on political topics and - always correct! Gillson has become the darling of the American public. Attractive, confident, sharp-tongued Joyce was the embodiment of the American dream - this woman made herself. Journalists lined up to interview her. Time Magazine, Newsweek, Life, People,Paris Match, US Magazine, TV Guide, Washington Post, Chicago Tribune - not only American, but also foreign publications vied with each other in praising the astrologer's abilities, printed her photo on the covers.
Joyce Gillson became so popular that the powerful of this world - politicians, producers, businessmen - were drawn to her. They all wanted to get a forecast from an astrologer who was trusted by a good half of the American population. And one day Joyce saw an unusual letter in her mailbox - from the White House. The top officials of the state turned to her for advice and recommendation!
SALVATION FROM BANKRUPTCY
And yet, Hollywood submitted to this pretty blonde with brown eyes! Yes, she played in fifteen films, in many of them she was invited on the wave of success in astrology. These roles did not bring Joyce wildly success. Well, who remembers the movie The Misadventures of Sheriff Lobo? And the story of how "The Happy Prostitute Goes to Washington" is known only to true moviegoers. Perhaps the most famous painting with the participation of Gillson is Columbo. However, her role in this series is not the main one.
Her finest hour came when Joyce Gillson was commissioned by 20ht Centure Fox to figure out the most auspicious day for the release of the new Star Wars: A New Hope. The painting was in many ways revolutionary for its time. Director George Lucas and the producers of the tape took great risks. So much so that if it failed, 20ht Centure Fox would face imminent bankruptcy. Jillson's credibility as an astrologer was indisputable, and when she named the best day to skate - May 25, 1977 - her opinion was listened to. The first film of the fantastic saga was released on this very day. The picture was an incredible, resounding success, and this saved the film company from bankruptcy that threatened it. And in 1978 the film was nominated for an Oscar.
This proposal was followed by others. Gillson figured out the release date for Heaven Can Wait. The success was not long in coming: the film featuring the legendary Warren Beatty also received the coveted golden statuette.
On the crest of success, the talented astrologer was invited for consultations by the American automobile company "Ford". The world's fourth largest car manufacturer planned to launch the Taurus into mass production. All that remained was to choose the right date for introducing the wheelbarrow to potential buyers. Joyce did an excellent job, and the car has been in demand among motorists for many years.
Gillson has over the years made forecasts for the Los Angeles Dodgers, a professional baseball club. Without her approval, the players did not go to the sports field, for which they even received the nickname "mama's sons".
Gillson died prematurely - at the age of 58. She knew that she had little allotted, but there was nothing she could do about it - the American was suffering from kidney failure. During her not so long life, she managed a lot, becoming one of the most successful astrologers in the world.
Alla NEVSKAYA, astrologer