Bette Midler sits down with Dinah Shore in 1977 and reflects on her early career performing at New York City’s infamous Continental Baths in the early 1970s. Known as a popular gay bathhouse and nightclub, the venue became legendary for launching Midler’s career, earning her the nickname “Bathhouse Betty.” With Barry Manilow as her accompanist, she developed her unique stage presence and loyal fanbase, making the Baths a pivotal stepping stone to her rise as a superstar. #bettemidler #dinahshore

Bette Midler, born on December 1, 1945, in Honolulu, Hawaii, grew up far from the glitter of Hollywood, yet she became one of the most dazzling entertainers of her generation. Known as “The Divine Miss M,” she built her career with a mix of humor, powerhouse vocals, and emotional depth. After moving to New York City in the 1960s, she began performing in small venues before gaining attention with her performances at the Continental Baths around circa 1970, where her playful yet commanding stage p

29 years ago TODAY, Bette Midler, Goldie Hawn, and Diane Keaton showed us no one owned them when “The First Wives Club” was released in 1996! Despite mixed reviews, the movie became both a box office success AND developed a cult following. Even in 2023, people in the U.K. said the film was one of their favorites for getting over heartbreak. #nostalgia #moviehistory #90s #90sthrowback #romcom | Classic Nerd