The 1989 Herbert Ross film Steel Magnolias, adapted from Robert Harling's semi-autobiographical play, was filmed entirely on location in Natchitoches — the only major Hollywood production shot exclusively in the city. The beauty salon used as the film's central set operates today as Legally Dolly's, a working hair salon that embraces its film history and draws visitors who recognize it as the fictional Truvy's Beauty Spot.
Quick facts
- ·Address is 306 Jefferson Street, Natchitoches.
- ·Robert Harling, who wrote the original play, is from Natchitoches; the story is based on the death of his sister Susan.
- ·The film starred Sally Field, Dolly Parton, Shirley MacLaine, Olympia Dukakis, Daryl Hannah, and Julia Roberts.
- ·This is a named, visitable location — not merely a filming area.
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