Gossip Friday: Speechless

From 1954:

Debbie Reynolds: “I’ll never forget the time I was introduced to Clark Gable. I knew I should be saying something. But for awhile–it seemed like a million years–I couldn’t locate the first word. His wonderful friendly manner finally brought back my voice. Pretty soon, I was at ease again…and very thankful for it! It’s a fine occasion when you come to realize that even people who tend to leave you awestruck are actually human.”