The Stories Behind the Pictures

Fashion icon Dianne Brill reveals the REAL stories behind Ron's legendary photographs, sharing moments from her wild New Year's Eve parties to even her Thierry Mugler runway days!

Supermodel Veronica Webb shares the untold stories behind the most legendary fashion moments of the 90s—from wearing Versace's safety pin dress BEFORE it was famous, to the Victoria's Secret show that changed lingerie forever, all captured by Ron Galella, the photographer who INVENTED paparazzi culture. 

In this episode, we sit down with former fashion designer and photographer Kelly Klein as she shares the stories behind some of her most iconic outfits and unforgettable moments. Using rare images from Ron's extensive archive of over three million photographs, we revisit the people, places, and creative collaborations that defined an era. Kelly offers a rare glimpse into the world of fashion, art, and personal expression through the lens of one of photography’s most legendary observers.

Welcome to the very first social media episode of Stories Behind the Pictures, a tribute series where we discuss iconic figures captured through Ron’s lens. In our premiere episode, legendary fashion designer Isaac Mizrahi reflects on nine personally curated photographs from Ron’s archive.

“The Stories Behind the Pictures” – This video focuses on Ron’s encounter with the world famous and reclusive actor Marlon Brando – an encounter that ultimately led to a broken jaw, a lawsuit and a forty-thousand-dollar settlement.

“The Stories Behind the Pictures” – In this video Ron explains how he captures Bowie’s “unique eyes” and why Bowie is his “numero uno” all time rock star.

Paul McCartney may be a musical superstar, but he still goes shopping like ordinary folk. The former Beatle, with wife Linda and their youngest son James, posed outside a local supermarket on Long Island.  Upon seeing me, Paul said, “Ron, all you have to do is ask.” I laughed and said, “OK.”

For years, Betty and I worked hard, nonstop. We needed a break. Betty had always wanted to go to the Bronx Zoo. So we hopped in the car one Sunday afternoon and headed to the world’s largest metropolitan zoo. Once in the park, we were about to take the safari train ride, hoping to enjoy […]

After attending a performance by Ronee Blakley at the Roxy Theatre in West Hollywood, Bob Dylan walked the one block to his parked car. Appearing to have had a few drinks before he left the theater, he blocked his face with his hand while walking and said, “How do you want me?” I answered, “Any […]

After Jackie, Elizabeth Taylor was Ron’s obsession. This is the story of him capturing her photo in London.