They won. This film proved to be a major critical success and was admired by general audiences. Born on November 2, 1915, in New Rochelle, New York, US, to Leonora (née Meyers) and Norbert Luft, both Jewish immigrants, from Russia and Germany, respectively, Sidney was the couple’s second child. Michael Sidney Luft was a renowned American producer, best known for reviving his third wife’s (Judy Garland) career by producing the film ‘A Star Is Born.’ He was born in New York and later moved to Los Angeles to start a custom car business. The New York Times reported the couple endured several separations. Sidney Luft was an American showbusiness figure, who became Garland's tour manager and producer. Recordings selected for their historical, artistic or cultural significance include Garland’s version of “Over the Rainbow.” (AP Photo, File) “My father was like a tough guy … They were finally divorced in 1965. RENEE ZELLWEGER MAKES A TRIUMPHANT RETURN TO HOLLYWOOD. — Getty. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. However, they separated just six months later. They divorced in 1942. Sidney Luft was born on November 2, 1915 in New York City, New York, USA as Michael Sidney Luft. 10am - 1pm, If You Leave Me Now He was known to be belligerent throughout his childhood and youth and claimed to have broken noses of four people in separate altercations. Sidney Luft was an American showbusiness figure, who became Garland's tour manager and producer. (Photo by Getty Images), “When Judy came out in her short white lace negligee, her arms were in front of her and she said, ‘Look, darling, what I’ve done!’ wrote Luft. Judy Garland’s marriage to her third husband Sid Luft left an unforgettable impression on their daughter, Lorna Luft. He enrolled himself at the ‘Charles Atlas’ correspondence school for bodybuilding, and it is believed he could climb stairs with his hands at the age of 16. Famous actor Victor Garber played Sidney Luft in the miniseries ‘Life with Judy Garland: Me and My Shadows’ (2001). The local newspaper in Westchester County dedicated the headline “Boy, 12, Walking Arsenal” to him at the age of 12. Sidney married Judy Garland on June 8, 1952. 1965), Lynn Bari (m. 1943 - div. Soon after divorcing Minnelli, Garland married Luft in 1952. Luft died in 2005 at age 89 from a heart attack. He married MaryLou Simpson in 1940. “What demons inhabited her soul just when life seemed so rich and productive? Judy Garland and Sidney Luft, circa 1952. 1950), MaryLou Simpson (m. 1940 - div. Garland gave birth to Lorna Luft, who herself became an actress and singer, in November 1952, and to Joey Luft in March 1955. As Garland's two youngest children were present at the time, he introduced himself as a doctor. Sidney's dark descent into drugs and the rumors of abuse related to him were considered as the primary reasons for his divorce. Following this, the two were not on speaking terms with each other. The couple tied the knot in 1952 and welcomed Lorna, now 66, that same year. He died in 1986, aged 83. Mark Herron was an actor who appeared in films such as Federico Fellini's 8½, Girl in Gold Boots and Eye of the Cat. Sidney married actor Lynn Bari on November 28, 1943. The incredible way Billy Joel looks after his loyal fans, Bee Gees: Excruciating moment trio walked off Clive, Anderson TV show after host's music jibes, When George Michael and Pavarotti sang a spine-tingling, duet of 'Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me', David Bowie's moving 'Imagine' cover, in tribute to John, Paloma Faith announces joy of second pregnancy after six, Princess Eugenie announces she is pregnant with her first, Beautiful moment Michael Jackson and Princess Diana shyly, first met and sparked lifelong friendship, When Chris de Burgh surprised the greatest Stars in Their, Sir Trevor McDonald 'splits from wife after 34 years of. He is known for his work on A Star Is Born (1954), Kilroy Was Here (1947) and French Leave (1948). Spouse/Ex-: Camille Keaton (m. 1993), Judy Garland (m. 1952 - div. During the filming of Meet Me in St. Louis, Garland and Minnelli had an initial falling out, but they soon started a relationship and married on June 15, 1945.