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Glen Campbell (1936–2017) -

Country music star Glenn Campbell (1936–2017) had a huge hit with 'Rhinestone Cowboy' in 1975. Campbell identified with the song's central theme—struggling hard before making it big— and it became his signature tune.

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Elvis Presley (1935–1977) -

A country boy at heart, Elvis Presley wore rhinestone early on in his career. His famous white jumpsuits of later years also incorporated rhinestone decoration. 

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'Rhinestone' (1984) -

'Rhinestone' teamed Sylvester Stallone with Dolly Parton. The movie's soundtrack featured a dozen or so tracks, nearly all written by Parton. Two songs, 'Tennessee Homesick Blues' and 'God Won't Get You,' made the top 10 in the country music charts.

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Liberace (1919–1987) -

One of entertainment's most flamboyant performers, Liberace's stage outfits were all about lace, silk, and rhinestone.

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Nudie Cohn (1902–1984) -

Born Nuta Kotlyarenko, Nudie Cohn was responsible for designing decorative rhinestone-festooned costumes for some of the most famous entertainers of his era. He dressed John Wayne, Tony Curtis, Cher, Elton John, and even John Lennon, among many others. He also designed costumes for numerous musical groups, and several films. He's pictured in 1978 with Emmylou Harris and Dolly Parton.

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'The Electric Horseman' (1979) -

Robert Redford famously appeared in one of Nudie Cohn's floral and rhinestone outfits as rodeo rider Sonny Steele in 'The Electric Horseman.'

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Josephine Baker (1906–1975) -

Rhinestones, feathers, silk, and satin... Josephine Baker—incidentally the first woman of color to star in a major motion picture, the 1927 silent film 'Siren of the Tropics'—wore it all.

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Audrey Hepburn (1929–1993) -

Legendary Hollywood actress Audrey Hepburn was also regarded as a fashion icon. She's pictured here in 1955 wearing a mesh hat with rhinestones.

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Marilyn Monroe (1926–1962) -

Pictured is the rhinestone encrusted dress famously worn by Marilyn Monroe at a birthday tribute to President John F. Kennedy on May 19, 1962, during which she sang her own version of 'Happy Birthday' to him.

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Ava Gardner (1922–1990) -

While promoting her film 'The Barefoot Contessa' (1954), Ava Gardner opted to wear a pair of Delman satin sandals to the picture's premiere. However, she had Chatillon, the jewelers, replace the rhinestone heel and toe with real diamonds especially for the occasion. The slippers were valued at US$25,000. Adjusted for inflation, that equates to approximately $248,000 in 2021.

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Michael Jackson (1958–2009) -

Pictured: the iconic white rhinestone glove worn by Michael Jackson at the 1983 'Motown 25' television special.

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Rhinestone lips -

Helena Bonham Carter arrives at the 2010 Hollywood Awards Gala in Beverly Hills clutching a handbag shaped like a pair of lips and covered in scarlet rhinestones.

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Lady Gaga -

A sparkling rhinestone-clad Lady Gaga on stage at Rockefeller Plaza in New York City in 2010.

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Paris Hilton -

While the necklace and earrings are pure diamonds, it's high-grade Swarovski crystal that's decorating Paris Hilton's outfit as she arrives at the 2006 Elton John Academy Awards Viewing Party in West Hollywood, California.

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Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson -

Tom Hanks and his wife Rita Wilson attend the 2019 Stagecoach Festival in Indio, California. Wilson is an accomplished singer and performed at the prestigious country music festival wrapped in rhinestone.

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The rhinestone and religious art -

A lectern in silver gilt, silver, and rhinestones presented to Pope Pius IX by the directors of the seven major hospitals of Rome in April 1869 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of his ordination in 1819. In the center is a representation of the Immaculate Virgin. On the lectern rests a Florentine missal dating back to 1862.

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Kelly Rowland -

Singer-songwriter Kelly Rowland shows off her black rhinestone gloves at the 2019 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City.

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Vintage rhinestone evening dress -

The dressmaker's craft is perfectly exemplified in this detail from a 1911 evening gown that shows a stitch work of silk, satin, floss, crystal beads, rhinestones, and metallic lace.

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Kacey Musgraves -

The country music singer-songwriter performs during the 2015 Kacey Musgraves Country & Western Rhinestone Revue in Royal Oak, Michigan. Note the rhinestone guitar strap.

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Rihanna -

Rihanna wears a shimmering outfit textured with rhinestone at the 2006 MTV European Music Awards in Copenhagen, Denmark.

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Rhinestone timepiece -

An early 19th-century pocket watch made by William Travers of London crafted from gilt bronze, enamel, and rhinestone.

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Rhinestone on automobiles -

Toyota Motor Corp.'s "Deco Prius" was launched in 2009 decorated with rhinestones and crystals.

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Rhinestone dog collar -

Sparkling rhinestone dog collars are often called diva dog collars. But it's all bling without the bite. Truly pampered pooches wear diamond dog collars.

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Rhinestone harness -

Any self-respecting rhinestone cowboy will want to kit out his steed with a rhinestone harness.

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Miley Cyrus -

Still only 16 when this photograph was taken, Miley Cyrus arrives on the red carpet at Nickelodeon's 2008 Kids' Choice Awards held in Westwood, California, dressed down in rhinestone.

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Rhinestone mask -

A dancer wears a rhinestone-studded mask as she greets guests at the Tropicana Las Vegas after the city's famous strip reopened in September 2020 following the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Kelly Brook -

English actress Kelly Brook arrives at the 2010 Elton John AIDS Foundation's Oscar Viewing Party in Los Angeles. Her outfit includes rhinestone-encrusted footwear. 

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Rhinestone glasses -

A model tops off her outfit with rhinestone eye wear at the 2009 Barbie Runway Show during New York Fashion Week.

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Wearing rhinestone -

Rhinestone can be worn as creative body art, and sets off any skin type.

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Rhinestone handbag -

A women's handbag, decorated with rhinestones and metal rivets. 

Sources: (Sunmei Button) (Songfacts)

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