Dolly Wilde was the uber-celebrity socialite of the early 20th century, a witty, bon vivant who lived on the legacy of her famous uncle, Oscar Wilde.
While other lesbians made a mark in history for being writers and activists, Mercedes de Acosta had a reputation of being a lover of famous women..
Alla Nazimova was a brilliant 1920s star of stage and film who also gained Hollywood power and influence. But eventually, her star waned and dimmed.