The 20th Century Madam who Ruled New York | Polly Adler

Welcome to Forgotten Lives! In today's episode we are looking into the life of the Polly Adler, a 20th century madam who became one of the most infamous brothel madams in US history and she crossed paths with notorious American gangsters from New York’s underworld.


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[starrycrown]

Desi Arnaz mentions her in his autobiography in a very nice way, crediting her with offering him refuge when he really needed some help as a struggling bandleader in NYC.

[Orpilorp]

What a complicated and touching story. My grandmother was attacked by her boss and thankfully had the support of her family. She gave birth to one of my favorite uncles. Miss Adler was all alone and had to make a go of it. I'm sorry that she got tangled up with rum runners and gangsters and such. That's a dangerous life.

[lauriehollister]

What an awful thing, to be pregnant from an assault at such a young age and shunned by your "family" as a result. She did what she had to do to survive. Rest in heaven miss Polly. 💞

[brendaholliday]

I enjoyed this video about New York Madam, Polly Adler. She had a very intriguing lifestyle. I'm sure in her autobiography she probably tells more of her lifestyle in depth. Great investigating, presentation, historical information, and photos, too.

[wyldflwr]

I remember when this channel was brand new! You've grown so fast!!! Congratulations!!! Keep bringing that great content & 1 Million is right around the corner!❤️

[tritzispoosa]

She had a warm smile. Interesting life story

[maryroberts]

What a sad, but interesting story! It hard to imagine a young woman making her own way in a foreign country.

[destineydevereux]

A movie about Polly Adler played by Shelley Winters called "" A House Is Not A Home"" is free on YouTube 💋

[wallykimball]

This was a really good article. I noticed you brought up the everleigh club; have you ever done a story about that one? There's a book: Sin in the Second City. Great story.

[breeyoung]

I have been bingeing on your videos all night. So well done - your voice is soothing, the background music unobtrusive, the illustrations always interesting. But the content - the unknown lives of fascinating WOMEN what's not to love!! Keep it coming!

[stephanieh]

Thank you for your fascinating and extensively researched stories! I read about Polly Adler as a side character in Lullaby and Good Night (Vincent T Bugliosi) many years ago as a teen. The story stayed in my memory.

[bobbyrutherford]

Another great case by Forgotten Lives thanks for the hard work you put into making these great cases

[richane]

Thank you. I hadn’t heard of her before. Incredible story of survival.

[hablin]

You always have the most interesting stories of fascinating women❤

[derrickH]

I love these old stories, keep it up.👍

[davidlancaster]

An incredible job here! One of your very best. Think it's my favorite story of yours so far. Great narrative and the photos are pure eye candy. Most excellent!!!!

[annfisher]

Checks for services?! 🤭
*Great that she finished High school and wrote a memoir.

[TA-cmyi]

Good morning from Black Diamond Alberta, a new background! Thank you for another interesting FL.

[cocoaddams]

just found this channel. I really appreciate the time and research you put into the pieces. I read history and it's nice to see it presented accurately.

[ELKE-]

# number 12, and hit that Like button 👍as always. Thank you for your remarkable work. I love those centuries stories so much!