Startling Revelations: The Bernstein-Montealegre Love Affair Mystery!

Bradley Cooper directs and stars in "Maestro," a film about Leonard Bernstein's complex relationship with Felicia Montealegre.

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Leonard Bernstein was a legendary conductor, composer, and pianist, known for his iconic works.

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Bernstein and Montealegre met in 1946, got engaged, broke it off, and later married in 1951.

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They had a public image of devotion but faced issues due to Bernstein's infidelity.

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Both were involved in their careers and supported social movements.

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Bernstein struggled with his sexuality and eventually left Montealegre for a relationship with Tom Cothran.

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Montealegre was diagnosed with lung cancer in 1977 and passed away in 1978.

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