LIFE: Katharine Hepburn Commemorative

In this special celebration of a greatAmerican life, the editors of LIFE Bookspresent Katharine 1907-2003. In this moving farewell, relive the life and career of a Hollywoodlegend – Katharine Hepburn – in stunning photographs andcompelling editorial. Vivid memories of the extraordinary life and times of themost decorated actor, male or female, in the industry.Winner of four Academy Awards for lead roles and nominated12 times in the best actress category, only Meryl Streep hassurpassed her nomination total with 13. A gorgeous tribute for a woman who transformed herselffrom the key actress of her generation into thespian royalty,an uncontested icon of live theatre and cinematic art. Inprivate life, her 25-year love affair with actor Spencer Tracywas the stuff of Hollywood legend, as were her bouts withHollywood itself, and her wish for a quiet, private life. EXCLUSIVE NEVER-BEFORE-SEEN PHOTOS OFHEPBURN IN HER FINAL YEARS IN OLD SAYBROOK, CT.