@mementomikkie: Christina Crawford's memoir 'Mommie Dearest' was released in 1978. The book was highly successful yet controversial. The book focused on the troubled relationship between Christina and her adoptive mother, actress and Oscar winner Joan Crawford. Many loyal fans of Joan Crawford criticized the book and accused Christina Crawford of being dishonest. The book also challenged parenting styles of the time. Christina Crawford went on to work with and advocate for abused children. 📚 Follow @memento_mikkie for more Old Hollywood content 🎬 💋 #mommiedearest #oldhollywood #joancrawford #1970s #memoir