Anna Nicole Smith, the former Playboy model, is back in the limelight with a new documentary on Netflix called “Anna Nicole Smith: A Tragic Beauty.” The documentary, directed by filmmaker Dan Klores, traces the life and career of the late model and reality TV star.
The documentary features interviews with Smith’s friends, family members, and colleagues, including Larry Birkhead, who was the father of her daughter Dannielynn. It also includes footage from Smith’s TV shows, interviews, and public appearances.
The documentary explores Smith’s rise to fame as a Playboy model and her subsequent career in film and television. It also delves into her troubled personal life, including her marriage to oil tycoon J. Howard Marshall, who was 63 years her senior, and her battle with drug addiction.
Smith’s life came to a tragic end in 2007 when she died of a drug overdose at the age of 39. The documentary examines the circumstances surrounding her death and the legal battles that ensued over her estate.
The documentary has been receiving mixed reviews, with some critics praising it for its sensitive portrayal of Smith’s life and others criticizing it for being exploitative. However, it has been appreciated for shedding light on the issues of drug addiction, mental health, and celebrity culture.
“Anna Nicole Smith: A Tragic Beauty” is now streaming on Netflix and is a must-watch for fans of the late model and those interested in the darker side of fame.