These Newly-Colorized Historical Photos Reveal Shocking Things

Charlie Chaplin and Albert Einstein

Charlie Chaplin attended the premiere of his film City Lights in LA alongside Albert Einstein in 1931. Chaplin and Einstein were good friends who were introduced by the head of Universal Studios, Carl Laemmle. Apparently, both men were envious of each other's fame but were still close pals.

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