During her 79 years, Elizabeth Taylor appeared in more than 50 films, won two Oscars, and was married eight times to seven men. She battled substance abuse, poor health, and overeating, and often found herself in the tabloid pages. But, the AP notes, she'll be remembered just as much for her grace, beauty, and humanitarian work—for which she won a special third Oscar. View a gallery of her life above, or click for more on Taylor. (More Liz Taylor stories.)