Farewell to Actor Bob Hoskins - Who Framed Roger Rabbit?

Who Framed Roger Rabbit? Production Cel Set-Up

Farewell to Bob Hoskins (1942-2014) who died yesterday at the age of 71. The British actor was best known for playing tough guys with big hearts, as in this original hand-painted 12-field production cel from Who Framed Roger Rabbit? (1988). Roger is shown over a photo background of Hoskins as Eddie Valiant. A classic shot, matted and framed to 18.5 x 13.5 inches with Disney seal on the lower left corner and original certificate on the back.

Happy Birthday Willie Nelson - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Roll Me Up and Smoke Me When I Die Hand-Signed / Autographed by Willie Nelson and Kinky Friedman

Happy Birthday to country legend Willie Nelson! Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is Willie's latest book Roll Me Up and Smoke Me When I Die. In it, he muses about his greatest influences and the things that are most important to him, and celebrates the family, friends, and colleagues who have blessed his remarkable journey. First Edition Hardcover hand-signed in person by Willie Nelson (two times!) and Kinky Friedman. Fine unread condition. Accompanied by the book-signing event flyer. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday George Lopez - Collector's Treasure of the Day

George Lopez Autographed Photo

Happy birthday to comedian, actor, and talk show host George Lopez, best known for his ABC sitcom George Lopez (2002-2007) and the late-night talk show Lopez Tonight (2009-2011). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8x10 inch color glossy photo that has been hand-signed by Lopez. Crisp clear signature on a mint photo. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Bettie Page - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Bettie Page "Rose Hips" Painting Original Art Signed by Olivia and Bettie Page

Happy birthday to "pin-up queen" Bettie Page (1923-2008)! Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this original watercolor and gouache painting on board by regular Playboy Magazine contributor Olivia De Berardinis entitled "Rose Hips" (1999). Signed lower right by both the artist and model Page. 15 x 20 inches Framed under glass to an overall size of 26.25 x 31.25 inches. A letter of authenticity from Steve Grad and Zach Rullo/PSA DNA accompanies this item. This painting was published in the book The Art of Olivia and was reproduced in a signed limited edition print. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday George Takei - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Star Trek Cast Photo Signed by Nichelle Nichols, George Takei, Walter Koenig

Happy birthday to actor and author George Takei, best known for his role as Hikaru Sulu, helmsman of the USS Enterprise in the television and film series Star Trek. An active proponent of human rights, Takei is also a prominent internet social networker. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch cast photo from Star Trek has been hand-signed by stars Takei, Nichelle Nichols (Uhura), and Walter Koenig (Pavel Chekov). Crisp clear signatures on a mint glossy photograph. Provenance Creation Star Trek Convention. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday James Franco - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Actors Anonymous: A Novel Hand-Signed with a Sketch by James Franco

Happy birthday to "Renaissance-man" and actor James Franco, best known for his roles in Freaks and Geeks, Sam Raimi's Spider-Man trilogy, and 127 Hours. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this First Edition hardcover copy of his novel Actors Anonymous, autographed with a sketch by Franco. Told in a dizzying array of styles and loosely modeled on Alcoholics Anonymous’s Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions, Actors Anonymous is an intense, wild ride into the dark heart of celebrity.  Very Fine condition. Provenance Strand Books signing October 2013. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Edgar Wright - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Scott Pilgrim vs the World Poster Signed by 6 Including Edgar Wright, Bryan Lee O'Malley, Michael Cera

Happy birthday to filmmaker Edgar Wright, best known for the the film adaptation of the comic book Scott Pilgrim vs. the World and for the "Three Flavours Cornetto trilogy" consisting of Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz, and The World's End. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this Scott Pilgrim vs. the World double-sided original one-sheet movie poster that has been hand-signed in person by director Edgar Wright, writer Bryan Lee O'Malley, and stars Michael Cera, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Johnny Simmons, and Satya Bhabha. 27 x 41 inches. Provenance American Cinematheque. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Billy West - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Original Ren and Stimpy Drawing Autographed by John K. and Billy West

Happy birthday to versatile voice actor Billy West, best known as the voice of both Ren and Stimpy on The Ren & Stimpy Show, several characters including the title character on the animated series Doug, and Philip J. Fry, Professor Farnsworth, Dr. Zoidberg and many others on Futurama. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this original hand drawn and signed Ren & Stimpy illustration by creator John Kricfalusi, also signed by West. Mint off-white cardstock measuring 9 x 12 inches. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Hugh Hefner - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Hugh Hefner with Bill Cosby and Shel Silverstein on Playboy After Dark (1968)

Happy 88th birthday to the founder of Playboy, Hugh Hefner! Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this incredible illustrated autobiography published by Taschen and autographed by Hefner. The six volume set presents highlights from Playboy's first 25 years and are limited to 1,500 numbered copies in a 10mm-thick Plexiglas case. Contains a facsimile copy of Playboy Magazine issue 1 from 1953 with the iconic Marilyn Monroe cover and nude shots. Special bonus: a 7 x 7 cm piece of Hef's silk pajamas, worn by the man himself! Brand new and unread. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday John Schneider - Collector's Treasure of the Day

The Dukes of Hazzard Cast Photo Autographed by Tom Wopat, John Schneider, Catherine Bach

Happy birthday to actor and singer John Schneider, best known for as Bo Duke in the 1970s/1980s television series The Dukes of Hazzard and Jonathan Kent in the  TV series Smallville (2001-2011). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x10 inch black and white photo from The Dukes of Hazzard (1979-1985) which has been hand-signed in person by stars Schneider, Tom Wopat (Luke Duke), and Catherine Bach (Daisy Duke). Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday to Frank Black of the Pixies - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Vintage Pixies Print Signed by Frank Kozik / Photo of Frank Black

Happy birthday to musician Charles Thompson, better known as Black Francis of the Pixies, or during his solo career - Frank Black! Our Collector's Treasure of the Day this original Pixies print from 1990 that has been hand-signed in person by artist Frank Kozik, best known for his rock posters, his designer toys, and his Labbit character. 11.5 x 17.5 inch heavy stock poster. Fine condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

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Minotaur Limited Edition Set Autographed by the Pixies and Vaughan Oliver

Farewell to actor Mickey Rooney - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Everything's Ducky Photo Autographed by Mickey Rooney and Buddy Hackett

Farewell to Mickey Rooney (1920-2014), one of the last surviving stars who worked in the silent film era, and the only actor to have performed in every decade from the 1920s on. Rooney passed away today at the age of 93. He is perhaps best remembered for his title role in the Andy Hardy film series from the 1930s through 1950s. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch black and white photo from the 1961 film Everything's Ducky which has been hand signed by stars Rooney and Buddy Hackett (1924 - 2003). Crisp clear signatures on a mint glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Captain America Autographed Movie Poster - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Captain America: The First Avenger Autographed Movie Poster

Captain America: The Winter Soldier is being released in theaters today to mixed reviews, but I'm still excited to see it this weekend with my son. I loved the first film, and am thrilled to share with you our Collector's Treasure of the Day - this hand-signed Captain America: The First Avenger (2011) movie poster. It has been autographed by stars Chris Evans (Captain America / Steve Rogers), Sebastian Stan (James Buchanan 'Bucky' Barnes), Hayley Atwell (Peggy Carter), Stanley Tucci (Dr. Abraham Erskine), director Joe Johnston, producer Kevin Feige and screenwriter Christopher Markus. 27 x 39 inches. In Fine condition with minor edge imperfections that can be easily matted out. Provenance Marvel Studios charity auction donation. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Wayne Newton - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Wayne Newton Autographed Photo

Happy birthday to Mr. Las Vegas himself, singer Wayne Newton! Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8x10 inch color glossy photo that has been hand-signed by Newton, best known for his signature song "Danke Schoen" (1963). My generation has a special affection for the song because of its featured appearance in the John Hughes film Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986). Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy photo. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Remembering Buddy Ebsen - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Beverly Hillbillies Photo Autographed by Buddy Ebsen and Donna Douglas

Today marks the birthday of Buddy Ebsen (1908-2003), the actor and dancer best known as as Jed Clampett in the long-running television series The Beverly Hillbillies and as the title character in the 1970s detective series Barnaby Jones. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch photograph from Beverly Hillbillies that has been hand signed in person by stars Ebsen and Donna Douglas as Elly Mae Clampett. Crisp clear signatures on a mint glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Collector's Calendar for April 2014

Collector's Shangri-La provides a monthly calendar of selected celebrity autograph signings, collector's conventions, and other events.

Our April Collector's Calendar includes Long Island Horror Fest, Wizard World St. Louis, Hollywood Show, Chiller Theatre, LA Times Festival of Books, and signings with Elliott Gould, Martin Landau, Nathan Fillion, William Shatner, Bruce Campbell, Norman Reedus, Adam West, and many more!

UPCOMING EVENTS