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Norma Shearer was the first actress to make it acceptable to be what on screen?

  • Single and not a virgin

  • A villain

  • An action hero

  • A comedic lead

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**Single and not a virgin.** Norma Shearer challenged societal norms by portraying unmarried, sexually experienced women in her films. This groundbreaking representation broke taboos and paved the way for more realistic portrayals of women on screen. Shearer's portrayal normalized the idea of women having agency over their own sexuality and relationships outside of marriage.
From Canada to Hollywood: Unraveling the Legacy of Norma Shearer

From Canada to Hollywood: Unraveling the Legacy of Norma Shearer

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