Audrey Hepburn: The Life Of Audrey Hepburn

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Caroline Scheuermann
Mrs. Brennan
English II-1st
13 April 2014

The Life Of Audrey Hepburn
Audrey Hepburn is one of the most iconic actresses ever to cross the screen. Well known for her acting career, Audrey’s life was lived for the good of others. There are many events in her life that made her to be so devout in her charity work. Audrey’s several hit movies and awards make her a great role model to aspiring actors, but her difficult experiences with World War II and her charity work make her an inspiration to all.
Audrey’s early life was not simply lived through without making her a different person. Audrey, born Audrey Kathleen Ruston in 1929 in Brussels, suffered greatly from the effects of World War II. Living during this time period exposed her to the cruelty and consequences of the war. For example, her house was entered and searched through by troops unexpectedly. These troops confiscated Audrey’s family’s property leaving them without personal items and with feelings of both fear and shock (Graham). When she was only five years old, she was sent off to a boarding school in England. Soon after she was sent off, Audrey’s family was broken apart. Her father had left her, her brothers, and her mother in 1935. This event, Audrey said, was the most traumatic happening in her lifetime. Her mother moved the family to Holland, with hope that it would provide a safer environment for her and her family. While in Holland, she began to study ballet. After spending many years studying ballet she became very serious about it and soon hoped to form a career as a professional ballerina. However, she was not able to pursue her dream of becoming a ballerina due to the war. The war deprived her of the physical condition she w...

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... of her life. Living during World War II gave her compassion for those suffering from physical deprivation, broken families, and those who are not able to fulfill their dreams. Her story also gives a sense of hope to the hopeless. Her work with UNICEF displays her strong motive to help others (Ferrer). Her work as a Good Will Ambassador shows her leadership qualities, and helped her determination in leading missions around the world. She used her fame and publicity advantages not for her own benefit, but to educate the public about those in need. Most everything Audrey did displayed her consideration and compassion for those less fortunate. Her work left such a remarkable impact on people and is continued today in those who want to live a life similar to hers, and in her foundation. Her foundation today continues to help children in need all around the world.

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