Autograph Note Signed / Inscribed Photograph Signed

RODGERS, Jimmie (1933-2021)

Beschreibung

This pop singing sensation of the latre '50s and '60s achieved stardom in 1957 with the single "Honeycomb" and a string of "Top Ten" singles such as "Kisses Sweeter Than Wine," "Waltzing Matilda," "Are You Really Mine" and more, releasing bestselling singles and albums; in 1959 he briefly had his own television variety show; he also appeared in several films and numerous television specials. ANS (pencil), irregular-trimmed vaguely rectangular 7" X 4", n.p., n.y. Addressed to Don. Very good. Two fold lines and 4 tape stains at edges. Super early and cordial note to an admirer: "I'm not very good at Verses but I would like to say thank you for your wonderful letter. It helps so much in this business to have people who are sincere tell you that you performed well. Good luck in the Service." Though undated, this is of late 1950s vintage when Rodgers was at the height of his fame and seemingly overwhelmed and insecure. Accompanied by a large 8½" X 11½" half-length portrait of a young Rodgers strumming a guitar, seemingly removed from a book or programs (and with images of two other singers on verso). Very good. Several fold lines and several tape stains at edges. He pencils an inscription in blank but darkish areas at upper left and upper right (making for poor contrast): "Hi Don, / Thank you for / being so nice" at left and "Best of Luck / and happiness / always / Jimmie Rodgers" at right. Despite being in pencil and condition issues this is an unusual pair from the early years of Rodgers career. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 48307

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