Retro Sex Symbols : Sophia Loren with Jayne Mansfield
It is one of the most famous photographs taken in Hollywood in the 1950s.
Sophia Loren is caught staring down at Jayne Mansfield’s ample cleavage as they sit side-by-side during a fancy cocktail party at the Beverly Hills Hotel in 1957.
This week the 80-year-old Italian movie star finally explained to Entertainment Weekly what happened when the flashbulb went off.
‘Look at that picture. Where are my eyes?’ Sophia told the publication.
‘I’m staring at her nipples because I am afraid they are about to come onto my plate.’
 
famous photo Sophia Loren with with Jayne Mansfield
The photo that raised millions of eyebrows: Sophia Loren gave a disapproving look at Jayne Mansfield in 1957 during a cocktail party at the Beverly Hills Hotel; the beauty told Entertainment Weekly she was ‘afraid’ of the blonde’s cleavage (Dailymail).
more photos from coctail party back in 50’s
Sophia Loren in the 50’s
