Awkward and Candid Photos of Presidents and Their Families

Before Ronald Reagan was delivering speeches from the Oval Office, he was co-starring with a chimpanzee in the 1951 comedy Bedtime for Bonzo. Here he is, grinning alongside actress Diana Lynn and his unlikely primate costar. The image is pure Hollywood kitsch—equal parts wholesome, bizarre, and unforgettable.

The movie may not have aged into cinematic greatness, but this photo is priceless. It’s a reminder that Reagan’s road to the White House included some very unusual detours. Seeing a future president posing cheerfully with Bonzo blurs the line between Hollywood spectacle and political history in the funniest way.