Happy Birthday Shirley Jones

The Partridge Family Photo Autographed by Shirley Jones

Happy birthday to actress Shirley Jones, best known as Shirley Partridge from the musical TV series The Partridge Family (1970-1974). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch color photo that has been hand-signed by Shirley Jones. Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La

Happy Birthday Eric Clapton

Eric Clapton: The Autobiography Limited Edition Book Autographed by Eric Clapton

Happy birthday to guitar god Eric Clapton! Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this signed limited edition copy of his memoir. In Clapton: The Autobiography, one of the most revered and private figures in the history of rock, blues, and pop shares his astonishing life story. Limited first edition of 1,000 copies. London: Century, 2007. Hardcover with slipcase hand-signed in black ink by Eric Clapton on the limitation page. In fine condition. This is an exceptionally hard-to-find edition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La plus third party authentication.

Happy Birthday Fergie

50th GRAMMY Awards Program Signed by Fergie, John Legend, Israel, Nelly Furtado, Kenny Aranoff, BeBe Winans

Happy birthday to musician Stacy Ann "Fergie" Ferguson, best known as vocalist for the hip hop group The Black Eyed Peas. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this official GRAMMY Awards program which was autographed backstage during rehearsals and show day of the 50th Annual GRAMMY Awards telecast. Signatures Include: Fergie from the Black Eyed Peas, John Legend, Israel, Nelly Furtado, Kenny Aranoff, and BeBe Winans. Very Fine condition. Certificate of Authenticity from the Grammy Foundation - you can't get any better than that for provenance!

Happy Birthday Tennessee Williams

Tennessee Williams The Glass Menagerie Autographed Display Owned by Studio 54's Steve Rubell

Today marks the birthday of playwright and author Tennessee Williams (1911- 1983), best known for The Glass Menagerie, A Streetcar Named Desire, and Cat on a Hot Tin Roof. The Glass Menagerie is the play which catapulted author Williams from obscurity to fame in 1944. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this autographed display of the program from the play featuring actress Pauline Lord in her final role. Custom-made presentation binding includes original paperwork for the Kenneth Rendell Gallery. Framed display size 16.25 x 23 inches. Fine condition. Provenance Estate of Steve Rubell (1943 - 1989), co-owner of the New York disco Studio 54. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Paul Michael Glaser

Starsky and Hutch Cast Photo Signed by David Soul, Paul Michael Glaser and Antonio Fargas

Happy birthday to actor and director Paul Michael Glaser, best known for his role as Detective David Starsky on the police TV series Starsky and Hutch (1975-1979). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch Starsky and Hutch photo that has been hand-signed in person by stars David Soul (Kenneth 'Hutch' Hutchinson), Paul Michael Glaser and Antonio Fargas (Huggy Bear). Crisp clear signatures on a mint glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Harry Houdini

Harry Houdini Skeleton Key Display

Happy birthday to magician and escapologist Harry Houdini (1874-1926). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this skeleton key from Houdini's personal collection. The key is mounted, framed and glazed. Originally billed as "The Handcuff King," significant portion of Harry Houdini's early repertoire involved escaping from various sets of handcuffs (and other restraints) presented to him by challengers; he eventually expanded the act to include escapes from jail cells, locked canvas mailbags, crates tossed in rivers, and other such scenarios. The key was obtained from the estate of famous key and lock collector Paul Harter who originally purchased Houdini's locks and keys from Houdini's brother Hardeen. In fine condition. Framed display is approximately 15 x 16 inches. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La plus RR Auction COA.

Farewell to Gregory Walcott

Nightmare of Ecstasy - The Life and Art of Edward D. Wood, Jr. Hand-Signed by 9 Including Vampira

Farewell to actor Gregory Walcott (1928 - 2015), who passed away last Friday. He is best known for having appeared in Ed Wood (1994) and the cult classic Plan 9 from Outer Space (1959). The Tim Burton movie Ed Wood (1994) was based on this authoritative underground biography of renegade filmmaker Ed Wood, Jr. (1924-1978). Wood was best known for his lo-budget films Glen or Glenda (1953), Jail Bait (1954), and Plan 9 from Outer Space. Hand-signed and inscribed by author Rudolph Grey and 8 of Wood's cast members and collaborators: Vampira / Maila Nurmi (1922–2008), Crawford Thomas (1929-1998), Paul Marco (1927-2006), Valda Hansen (1932-1993), Anthony Cardoza, Conrad Brooks, Titus Moody, and Harry Thomas (1909-1996). Fine condition paperback. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Ric Ocasek

Lyrics & Prose Book Hand-Signed by Ric Ocasek

Happy birthday to Ric Ocasek, best known as best known as singer, rhythm guitarist and songwriter for the rock band, The Cars. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this hand-signed First Edition hardcover copy of his book In Lyrics & Prose. Included throughout are Ocasek’s early handwritten notes and set lists, doodles and all. His work spans from The Cars’ self titled debut album in 1978 to Move Like This, released in 2011, as well as Ocasek’s six solo albums. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday William Shatner

William Shatner Autographed Photo

Happy birthday to actor William Shatner, best known as Captain James T. Kirk from the Star Trek television and film series. Shatner also starred in T. J. Hooker, Rescue 911, The Practice, and Boston Legal. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch Star Trek photograph that has been hand signed by William Shatner as Kirk. Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Al Williamson

Frazetta/Williamson Space Heroes Limited Edition Portfolio Signed by Al Williamson

Today marks the birthday of cartoonist and illustrator Al Williamson (1931 - 2010),  best known for his adventure, Western, and science-fiction/fantasy art. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is his collaboration with Frank Frazetta (1928 - 2010), the Space Heroes Portfolio (Earthart Graphics, 1976). When it came to space opera fantasy from the fifties, few artists were the equal of Williamson and Frazetta. This portfolio of 10 plates showcases unpublished art by the two, and illustrates their personal conceptions of the space heroes that dominated TV and comics at that time. The first plate was signed and numbered out of 1500 by Al Williamson. Each of these 10 plates has an overall size of 11 x 16 inches, and they come in an illustrated folder. This portfolio is in Excellent condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Spike Lee

Do The Right Thing Autographed by Spike Lee

Happy birthday to filmmaker Spike Lee, best known for such films as She's Gotta Have It (1986), Do the Right Thing (1989), Jungle Fever (1991), Malcolm X (1992), and He Got Game (1998). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this autographed insider's look at Do the Right Thing, with behind-the-scenes visuals and interviews. The film is even credited with bringing President Barack Obama and the First Lady together on their first date! Hand signed on the title page by Spike Lee. Brand new hardcover First Edition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Richard Williams

Who Framed Roger Rabbit? Production Cel Set-Up

Happy birthday to animator Richard Williams, best known as animation director on Disney/Amblin's Who Framed Roger Rabbit? (1988), his unfinished feature film The Thief and the Cobbler, and the animated sequences of What's New, Pussycat? (1965), The Charge of the Light Brigade (1968), and two of the Pink Panther films. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this Who Framed Roger Rabbit? production cel set-up. Original hand-painted 12-field production cel of Roger Rabbit over a photo background of Bob Hoskins as Eddie Valiant. A great classic Roger pose, matted and framed to 18.5 x 13.5 inches with Disney seal on the lower left corner and original certificate on the back. In Fine condition. Roger runs from the top to the bottom of this cel and is an impressive 8 inches tall. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Peter Graves

Mission Impossible TV Adventure Book Signed by Peter Graves, Peter Lupus, Greg Morris

Today marks the birthday of actor Peter Graves (1926-2010), best known for his starring role in the action adventure television series Mission: Impossible (1967-1973, 1988-1990). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this vintage autographed 1969 TV Adventure Whitman book Mission: Impossible - The Priceless Particle. Hand-signed and inscribed by stars Peter Graves (1926 - 2010), Peter Lupus, Greg Morris (1933 - 1996). First Edition hardcover in Very Good condition with bookplate of previous owner, television publicist Art Ronnie. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Patrick McDonnell

Mutts Limited Edition Print Signed by Patrick McDonnell

Happy birthday to cartoonist Patrick McDonnell, creator of Mutts, called "one of best comic strips of all time" by Charles Schulz. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 11 x 17 inch museum-quality archival print of Mutts from 5/16/99 which is hand-signed and numbered by Patrick McDonnell in a limited edition of 100. Mint condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Jerry Lewis

The Nutty Professor Photo Hand-Signed by Jerry Lewis and Stella Stevens

Happy 89th birthday to actor and filmmaker Jerry Lewis, best known for his slapstick comedy, partnership with Dean Martin, and as longtime host of the Muscular Dystrophy Association Telethon. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x10 inch color glossy photo from his movie The Nutty Professor (1963) which has been hand-signed by stars Jerry Lewis (Professor Julius Kelp / Buddy Love) and Stella Stevens (Stella Purdy). Crisp clear signatures on a photo in Mint condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Ry Cooder

Pull Up Some Dust & Sit Down 2 LP and CD Set Signed by Ry Cooder

Happy birthday to musician Ry Cooder, best known for his incredible slide guitar work and eclectic music encompassing a range of musical styles, including rock & roll, blues, reggae, Tex-Mex, Hawaiian, Dixieland jazz, country, folk, R&B, gospel, and vaudeville. Our Collector's Treasure of the day is this copy of Pull Up Some Dust and Sit Down 2 LP and CD Set hand-signed by Cooder.  Brand new. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Michael Cane

Michael Caine signing autographs for children in the documentary Candid Caine (1969)

Happy birthday to Academy Award-winning actor Michael Caine, best known for his work in films such as The Italian Job (1969), Sleuth (1972), The Man Who Would Be King (1975), and Educating Rita (1983). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is a brand new first edition hardcover copy of his autobiography Elephant to Hollywood hand-signed by Michael Caine. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Friday the 13th

Friday the 13th One-Sheet Poster Hand-Signed by 12 Jasons

Happy Friday the 13th! Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this Friday the 13th 27 x 41 inch original double-sided one-sheet movie poster that has been personally hand-signed by twelve actors who portrayed the iconic maniacal killer Jason Vorhees. Signers include Derek Mears, Kane Hodder, C.J. Graham, Steve Dash, Ted White, Tom Morga, Ken Kerzinger, Ari Lehman, Caleb Guss, Johnny Hock, Doug Tait and the late Richard Brooker. Poster ships affixed with an authentication hologram and includes Certificates of Authenticity featuring photos of all actors signing the poster. Fine Condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Basil Gogos

Dracula Print Hand-Signed by Basil Gogos

Happy birthday to artist Basil Gogos, who has created some of the most iconic images of movie monsters, notably for Famous Monsters of Filmland Magazine. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this color heavy stock 10 x 13 inch print of Bela Lugosi as Dracula hand-signed in pencil by Gogos. Published by Metallica guitarist and noted horror collector Kirk Hammett. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Danny Pudi

Community Poster Signed by 11 Including Joel McHale and Chevy Chase

Happy birthday to Danny Pudi, the actor and comedian, best known for his role as Abed Nadir on the NBC (and Yahoo!) comedy series Community. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 36 x 40 inch Community autographed poster mounted on foam core.  To benefit the Paley Center, it has been hand-signed by stars Joel McHale, Chevy Chase, Yvette Nicole Brown, Gillian Jacobs, Danny Pudi, Jim Rash, and Ken Jeong alongside producers Garrett Donovan and Russ Krasnoff and directors Joe and Anthony Russo. Fine condition with some bumped edges and stray marks. Provenance Paley Center for Media. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Will Eisner

The Spirit nn (#1) (Quality, 1944) CGC FN- 5.5 Comic Book

Today marks the birthday of pioneering cartoonist Will Eisner (1917-2005) who popularized the term “graphic novel”. The comics industry Eisner Award is named in his honor. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this premiere copy of his comic book The Spirit nn (#1) (Quality, 1944) CGC FN- 5.5. The Spirit in "Wanted Dead or Alive!", with a cover by Lou Fine.

Happy Birthday Penn Jillette

Penn & Teller Rot in Hell Playbill Magazine Autographed by Penn Jillette and Teller

Happy birthday to magician, author, and television / podcast host Penn Jillette, best known as half of the team Penn & Teller. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this copy of Playbill Magazine from the magic stage show Penn & Teller Rot in Hell (1991) that has been hand-signed by the illusionists. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

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Our March Newsletter: New Collectibles!

Collector's Shangri-La by Brandi Milne

Check out our March Newsletter: New Collectibles from Big Eyes, TV Cast Reunions, Signed Premiere Movie Posters, Original Art, more! Many are one-of-a-kind!

Happy Birthday David Faustino

Married... with Children Cast Photo Autographed by Ed O'Neill, Katey Sagal, Christina Applegate, David Faustino

Happy birthday to actor David Faustino, best known as as Bud Bundy on the FOX sitcom Married... with Children (1987 - 1997) and for voicing Mako in The Legend of Korra (2012-2014). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this  oversize 11 x 14 inch color glossy photograph from Married... with Children that has been hand-signed in person by stars Ed O'Neill (Al Bundy), Katey Sagal (Peggy Bundy), Christina Applegate (Kelly Bundy), and Faustino. Provenance Hollywood Show private signing, Los Angeles. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Robert Williams

Complete Zap Comix: Special Edition w/ Limited Edition Signed Prints by R. Crumb, Paul Mavrides, Gilbert Shelton, Robert Williams, S. Clay Wilson

Happy birthday to artist, cartoonist, and co-founder of Juxtapoz magazine, Robert Williams, a.k.a. Mr. Bitchin’! In the late 1960s, Robert joined the ranks at Zap Comix where he created the seminal Underground Comix anti-hero, Coochy Cooty. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this Special Signed Edition of The Complete Zap Comix which includes a portfolio of five gyclée prints, scanned from original pages of Zap art by Robert Crumb, Paul Mavrides, Gilbert Shelton, Robert Williams, and S. Clay Wilson, each signed by the artist. The set collects every issue of Zap — every cover and every story, and even the Zam mini comic jam among the Zap artists — in a multi-volume, slipcased hardcover set. It will also include the 17th unpublished issue with work by Crumb, Moscoco, Wilson, Rodriguez, Shelton, Mavrides, and Williams. Plus, an introduction by founder R. Crumb and an oral history of Zap by Patrick Rosenkranz, and other exclusive bonus features and items. Zap is the most historically and aesthetically important comics series ever published. Limited to 250 copies.

Happy Birthday Bill Gaines

Collectibly MAD Deluxe Limited Edition Autographed by Bill Gaines and Grant Geissman

Today marks the birthday of William Gaines (1922-1992), publisher and co-editor of EC Comics and publisher of the satirical MAD Magazine. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this deluxe slipcased signed edition of Collectibly MAD.  To our knowledge this was the only book ever signed by the legendary Bill Gaines, who died shortly after this signing. The large book runs a hefty 320 pages and was published in a limited edition of 500 copies. The color section pictures particular rarities while black & white illustrations appear throughout the book. It contains everything you'd ever want to know about MAD collectibles by the one true expert in the field, Grant Geissman. Very Fine unread slipcased hardcover in shrinkwrap. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.