What does the cryptic crossword clue "Golden Age Hollywood actress to tear tabloid up (7)" mean?

The definition is "Golden Age Hollywood actress". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. REND (synonym of "tear") + RAG (synonym of "tabloid") [reversal: "to"]; definition: "Golden Age Hollywood actress" The answer is GARDNER.

Golden Age Hollywood actress to tear tabloid up (7)

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