'Feud: Capote vs The Swans': Inside Lee Radziwill and Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis' complicated relationship
Contains spoilers for 'Feud Capote vs. The Swans'
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Hulu's ongoing show, 'Feud: Capote vs. The Swans' delves into the interesting lives of high society royalty, wherein a group of affluent women were given the moniker 'The Swans' by well-known author Truman Captoe. The enigmatic character is being played by Tom Hollander.
One of the members of this group was Lee Radziwill (Calista Flockhart), the sister of former US First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. This relationship paved the way for her strong connection to the White House.
Undoubtedly, Kennedy's flair and her loyalty to the family made her adored; her younger sister Radziwill also had an interesting life full of glitter, intrigue, and power.
'Feud: Capote vs. The Swans' focuses on Lee Radziwill and Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis was considered the epitome of elegance owing to her beauty and distinctive fashion taste.
However, as a brilliant interior designer, Lee Radziwill carved an identity for herself beyond just being 'Jackie's sister.' She was well known for her beautiful and elegant style.
Born Caroline Lee Bouvier, Radziwill pursued a career in acting throughout the 1960s but her unsuccessful stint prompted her to strengthen her socialite image further.
'Feud: Capote vs. The Swans' suggests Lee Radziwill envied Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis
Radziwill, who constantly competed with her sister, Jackie Kennedy, frequently felt jealous, which has been made quite clear in the series as well.
In the series, it became apparent that the young socialite frequently confessed her emotions concerning her sister to Truman Captoe. She even displayed her envious nature towards her older sister to him.
She trusted Captoe so much that she even sought marital advice from the writer.
What happened between Lee Radziwill and Truman Captoe?
The once-close friends had a major fallout after excerpts from Captoe's unfinished novel 'Answered Prayers' came to the fore.
Captoe had barely concealed her identity. Still, it was apparent that it was Radziwill who was jealous of her older, more prominent sister, leaving her embarrassed.
The event led to a lasting gap between the buddies, ultimately destroying their friendship. In later years, Radziwill regretted how things unfolded.
'Feud: Capote vs. The Swans' is now streaming on Hulu.
