Elizabeth Taylor was born in England in 1932. She started her studies at the renowned Vacani School of Dance in London early on. At just three and a half years old, Taylor performed at a charity event in front of the British royal family. Elizabeth was a shy child, yet she shone brightly on stage. When the Second World War unleashed, her family had to leave England. Their journey came to an end in Los Angeles, the US. Elizabeth Taylor's mother, Sara Taylor, was certain about her daughter's future entertainment career but never knew how famous she would become.

Sara began to teach her daughter manners and get her ready for interviews. When the young Taylor made her cinematic debut in Universal's *There's One Born Every Minute*, her mother was awarded for persistence. However, the success was rather short. Having signed a seven-year deal with the studio, Elizabeth failed to impress them, so she was left behind.

Later, the family relocated to Beverly Hills, where Taylor became the sole breadwinner for the household. As a result, her mom put pressure on a young girl. Sara ultimately secured an audition for Elizabeth, after which she signed a long-term contract with MGM. In return, Sara demanded 10% of her daughter's salary. Perhaps seeing it as payment for her protective role.

The fame was somewhat challenging for young Taylor. After practically becoming MGM's treasure, she attended school on the studio lot under strict surveillance. It turned her into a daydreamer. What helped her deal with it? The answer is her love of animals. It became a constant source of comfort throughout this difficult time. Elizabeth developed a special relationship with dogs and horses, which gave her relief. Another source of comfort was her acquaintances with other performers her age or older. She would build solid lifelong friendships with some of them, like Roddy McDowall.

Before it became acceptable in most Western societies, Taylor, growing up surrounded by homosexual performers, appeared to be a safe haven for them. She was nonjudgmental, sympathetic, and genuine, with an unwavering and heartfelt passion for the homosexual community. Her urge to love and be loved impacted many of her career choices.