'Aviator' Hughes spied on lovers

'Aviator' Hughes spied on lovers
Monday, February 07, 2005 17:10 IST
By Santa Banta News Network
Howard Hughes, the reclusive billionaire whose story is told in Martin Scorsese's Oscar nominated film "The Aviator", reportedly spied on his lovers.

The reclusive entrepreneur was so convinced his lovers were cheating on him that he ran a fleet of bogus taxis to catch them in the act, reported Contactmusic.com.

These taxis were fitted with perfume detectors to register the unique fragrance worn - at his insistence - by his lovers.

When a detector was activated the driver would photograph the lady as she arrived at her destination.

Hollywood actresses Ava Gardner and Katherine Hepburn were among the playboy's many girlfriends.

In Scorsese's film Leonardo DiCaprio plays Hughes, while Cate Blanchett, Kate Beckinsale and No Doubt singer Gwen Stefani play the billionaire's celebrity lovers.

In a Hollywood career that lasted over three decades, Hughes produced a number of films, including acclaimed ones such as "Outlaw" (1943), "Scarface" (1932), "The Sky Devils" (1932) and "Hells' Angels" (1930).
Kali Shakti Unleashed: Usha Uthup's powerful comeback in mythological horror MAA starring Kajol, song out now!

The much-anticipated song ‘Kali Shakti’ from the upcoming mythological horror MAA has

Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Sunny Deol Drops Behind-the-Scenes Glimpse from 'Border 2' Shoot!

‘Border 2’ Gains Momentum with Power-Packed Star Cast at Pune’s National Defence Academy

Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Aap Jaisa Koi: R- Madhavan and Fatima Sana Shaikh's Unconventional Romance Premieres on This Date!

Netflix India is bringing a refreshing twist to the romantic drama genre with its upcoming release

Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Akshay Kumar's 'Welcome To The Jungle' Faces Major Delays Due to Financial Setbacks!

The much-anticipated third installment of the ‘Welcome’ film franchise, titled ‘Welcome To The

Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Aamir Khan's 'Sitare Zameen Par' Cleared by Censor Board Without Cuts: Release Date Confirmed!

Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan is all set to return to the silver screen with his highly anticipated film ‘Sitare

Tuesday, June 17, 2025