A closer look at the most debated and controversial moments involving Brooke Shields.
Brooke Shields is an American actress and model who began her career as a child. She gained significant attention at the age of 12 for her role in the film "Pretty Baby," which featured nude scenes filmed when she was 11. Shields continued modeling and starred in dramas like "The Blue Lagoon" and "Endless Love" during the 1980s, establishing herself as a prominent figure in entertainment and pop culture.
1975: Nude Photos Taken by Garry Gross
In 1975, Garry Gross took controversial nude images of a ten-year-old Brooke Shields with her mother's consent for Playboy Press publication Sugar 'n' Spice.
May 29, 1978: Cover of People Magazine
On May 29, 1978, Brooke Shields, 12, appeared on the cover of People magazine, with a headline discussing the controversy surrounding her role in "Pretty Baby".
1978: Starred in "Pretty Baby"
In 1978, Brooke Shields, at age 11, starred in Louis Malle's "Pretty Baby", playing a child in a brothel, causing significant controversy due to nude scenes.
1978: Starred in "Pretty Baby"
In 1978, Brooke Shields, at the age of 12, gained widespread notoriety for her leading role in Louis Malle's film "Pretty Baby", which featured nude scenes shot when she was 11 years old.
1978: Release of the Film "Pretty Baby"
In 1978, the film Pretty Baby was released, which caused intense media scrutiny for its depiction of Brooke Shields as a child actor in nude and sexual situations.
1980: Vogue Cover and Calvin Klein Ads
In 1980, Brooke Shields became the youngest fashion model to appear on the cover of Vogue and starred in controversial Calvin Klein jeans ads, famously saying, "You want to know what comes between me and my Calvins? Nothing."
1980: Starred in "The Blue Lagoon" and Appeared on "The Muppet Show"
In 1980, Brooke Shields starred in "The Blue Lagoon", which included nude scenes, and was the youngest guest star on "The Muppet Show".
1981: Litigation Over Nude Photographs Begins
From 1981 to 1983, Brooke Shields, her mother, and photographer Garry Gross were involved in litigation over the rights to nude photographs taken in 1975.
1981: Starred in "Endless Love" and Received Razzie Nomination
In 1981, Brooke Shields starred in "Endless Love", which initially received an X rating, and she received a Razzie Award nomination for worst actress for her performance.
1983: Litigation Over Nude Photographs Ends
From 1981 to 1983, Brooke Shields, her mother, and photographer Garry Gross were involved in litigation over the rights to nude photographs taken in 1975.
1983: Richard Prince Photographed Gross's Photo
In 1983, Richard Prince photographed Garry Gross's photo of a 10-year-old Brooke Shields standing naked in a bathtub.
1984: Won Worst Supporting Actor Razzie
In 1984, Brooke Shields won the Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Supporting Actor for her role in "Sahara", making her the only actress to win the award.
1989: Came out against fur industry
In 1989, Brooke Shields publicly came out against the fur industry.
1995: "Pretty Baby" Ban Lifted in Ontario
In 1995, the ban of the film "Pretty Baby" in Ontario, Canada, was lifted, resolving a long-standing controversy surrounding the film.
May 2005: Tom Cruise's Criticism of Brooke Shields's Use of Antidepressants
In May 2005, Tom Cruise publicly criticized Brooke Shields for using antidepressants to treat postpartum depression, sparking controversy.
July 1, 2005: Published "War of Words" Op-Ed
On July 1, 2005, Brooke Shields responded to Tom Cruise's criticism with an op-ed titled "War of Words", published in The New York Times.
2009: "Spiritual America" Exhibit at the Tate Modern
In 2009, a Richard Prince print of Brooke Shields was included in his "Spiritual America" exhibit at the Tate Modern, creating a stir and leading to its removal after police warning.