A devout Baptist beauty queen under contract with RKO Pictures who initially works closely with Frank as his passenger. She develops a deep emotional and physical connection with Frank before being seduced by Howard Hughes. After Hughes dismisses her pregnancy claim, she returns to Virginia but eventually comes back to help defend Hughes' reputation, ultimately choosing to build a family life with Frank.
Hughes is Marla's studio employer and contractual boss.
Frank and Marla fall deeply in love despite studio rules.
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