Ida Estelle Taylor was an American actress who was the second of world heavyweight champion Jack Dempsey's four wives. With "dark-brown, almost black hair and brown eyes," she was regarded as one of the most beautiful silent film stars of the 1920s.
Taylor in 1930
Taylor in 1929
Taylor as Moses' sister Miriam in The Ten Commandments (1923)
Taylor as Mary, Queen of Scots, from Stars of the Photoplay (1924)
William Harrison "Jack" Dempsey, nicknamed Kid Blackie and The Manassa Mauler, was an American professional boxer who competed from 1914 to 1927, and reigned as the world heavyweight champion from 1919 to 1926. A cultural icon of the 1920s, Dempsey's aggressive fighting style and exceptional punching power made him one of the most popular boxers in history. Many of his fights set financial and attendance records, including the first million-dollar gate. He pioneered the live broadcast of sporting events in general, and boxing matches in particular.
Jack Dempsey
Dempsey mock punching Harry Houdini (held back by Benny Leonard)
Dempsey and Carpentier in the arena before the fight
Time cover, September 10, 1923