The Origins of Katharine Hepburn's Accent

21/06/2023 13 min
The Origins of Katharine Hepburn's Accent

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Episode Synopsis

Discover the fascinating history behind Katharine Hepburn's and Cary Grant's distinctive way of speaking. Known as the Mid-Atlantic or Transatlantic accent, this fabricated style of speech was popular among top Hollywood actors during the Golden Age. Learn how this accent helped icons like Hepburn and Grant mask their natural dialects, blending elegance and sophistication in their performances.

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