Queen of the statement necklace and lover of multiple marriages, Elizabeth Taylor was one of the first to turn her fame (and personal life) into an empire. She laid down the celebrity-lifestyle brand blueprint for the Jessicas, the Jennifers, and Britney-types. Her status as a classic film icon defined what it means to be a modern day star— and a gutsy role model. Hit the link in our bio for more about Liz and other power players on the #NastyGalaxy blog. #wcw