Happy Birthday Burt Reynolds

Smokey and the Bandit Photo Autographed by Burt Reynolds

Happy birthday to actor and filmmaker Burt Reynolds, best known for his roles in such films as  Deliverance (1972), Smokey and the Bandit (1977), The Longest Yard (1974), and Boogie Nights (1997). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch photo from Smokey and the Bandit which has been hand signed by star Burt Reynolds. Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday James Dean

1948 High School Yearbook Signed by James Dean

Happy birthday to actor James Dean (1931 - 1955), who starred in only three films before his premature death: Rebel Without A Cause, East of Eden, and Giant. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this wonderful piece of history from James Dean's high school!  His yearbook titled "Black And Gold 1948" contains 64 slick pages published by the Journalism Department of Fairmount High School Fairmount, Indiana. Next to last page is titled "Autographs" with numerous signatures, including Jim "Rack" Dean. Dean earned the nickname "Rack" for helping his uncle rack up the balls at the local pool hall. James Dean appears in several photos, including individual photos and as a member of the basketball team ("made a fine showing on the second team last year and as guard this year on the first"). Most telling, however, is his appearance (in glasses!) in a group photo showing the members of the class play, Our Hearts Were Young and Gay, in which Dean played the role of Otis Skinner. Cover has some dust soil and light wear around edges and has pulled totally loose from insides. Overall cover VG, contents Exc. with nice signature. Limited printing due to the small size of this school. 8 x 10.75 inches softcover with gold foil covers. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La plus third party Letter of Authenticity from JSA.

Farewell Debbie Reynolds

That's Entertainment Collection Signed by Fred Astaire, Johnny Weismuller, Jimmy Durante, Debbie Reynolds, George Burns, Buddy Ebsen, Dan Dailey

Farewell to actress, singer, and dancer Debbie Reynolds (1932-2016), best known for her roles in such films as Singin' in the Rain (1952). She passed away at the age of 84, 1 day after her daughter Carrie Fisher. A noted collector of film memorabilia, she recently received the Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this multi-signed press kit for the MGM film That's Entertainment. It contains production notes, photocopies of payroll sheets, two tickets to MGM's Golden Anniversary Reunion Ball, as well as a menu to the event, signed and inscribed to famed Variety Columnist Army Archerd (1919-2009) on the menu by seven actors and actresses: Fred Astaire (1899 - 1987), Johnny Weismuller (1904 - 1984) Jimmy Durante (1893 - 1980), Debbie Reynolds, George Burns (1896 - 1996), Buddy Ebsen (1908 - 2003), and Dan Dailey (1913 - 1978). Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Brittany Murphy

Sin City Photo Autographed by Brittany Murphy

Today marks the birthday of actress Brittany Murphy (1977 - 2009), best known for her roles in the films Clueless, Sin City, and 8 Mile, as well as the animated series King of the Hill. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch image from the 2005 Frank Miller / Robert Rodriguez film Sin City that has been hand-signed by the late star. Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy black and white photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Bela Lugosi

Bela Lugosi Hand-Signed Photo

Happy birthday to Dracula star Bela Lugosi (1882 - 1956), best remembered for his roles in Universal Pictures horror films. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this glossy 3.25 x 5 inch photo photograph which has been hand-signed by the Hollywood screen legend. Photo shows Lugosi smoking a cigar, signed in the lower border in blood-red fountain pen. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La plus RR Auction COA.

Happy Birthday Rita Hayworth

Rita Hayworth Hand-Signed / Autographed Photo

Happy birthday to actress and dancer Rita Hayworth (1918-1987) one of the 1940's top stars, appearing in a total of 61 films over 37 years, and the top pin-up girl for GIs during World War II. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this rare 8 x 10 inch photograph by photographer Coburn (stamped on verso) which has been hand-signed by Rita Hayworth to actress Jean Dodds. Accompanied by a copy of the letter of provenance from Dodds, who worked with and was friends with many stars from the golden age of Hollywood. In Fine condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Rose McGowan

Grindhouse Prop Display Autographed by Rose McGowan

Happy birthday to actress Rose McGowan, best known for her roles in the films Scream (1996), Jawbreaker (1999), Grindhouse (2007), and the TV series Charmed (1998-2006). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this Cherry Darling Machine Gun Leg from the Quentin Tarantino / Robert Rodriguez's Grindhouse film Planet Terror (2007) which has been autographed by Cherry herself, Rose McGowan. Rose also added a "It's Go Go, Not Cry Cry!" inscription. This highly detailed prop replica is screen accurate and measures approximately 40 inches in width. Produced exclusively by NECA in a limited run of just 510 total, this impressive piece comes in its own shadow box, ideal for display and comes affixed with serial-numbered hologram, and includes a Certificate of Authenticity featuring a photo of Rose signing the display. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Barbara Eden

I Dream of Jeannie Photo Autographed by Barbara Eden

Happy birthday to Barbara Eden, best known as the star of TV series I Dream of Jeannie (1965-1970). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch color photograph hand-signed in person by the actress. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Lucy

Vintage RKO Pictures Photo Autographed by Lucille Ball

Today marks the birthday of actress and comedienne Lucille Ball (1911 - 1989), best known as the star of her television series I Love Lucy.  Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this vintage glossy 8 x 10 inch RKO Radio Pictures publicity photo by Ernest A. Bachrach, hand-signed and warmly inscribed by Lucille Ball. Reverse bears an advertising advisory stamp dated 1938. A scarce opportunity to acquire such an early example. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Sean Astin

Goonies Cast Photo Signed by Corey Feldman, Sean Astin, and Jeff Cohen

Happy birthday to actor Sean Astin, best known as Samwise Gamgee in The Lord of the Rings trilogy, Mikey Walsh in The Goonies (1985), and the title character of Rudy (1993). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch photograph from the Richard Donner film The Goonies which has been hand-signed in person by stars Corey Feldman, Sean Astin, and Jeff Cohen. Crisp clear signatures on a mint glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Burt Reynolds

Smokey and the Bandit Photo Autographed by Burt Reynolds

Happy birthday to actor and filmmaker Burt Reynolds, best known for his roles in such films as  Deliverance (1972), Smokey and the Bandit (1977), The Longest Yard (1974), and Boogie Nights (1997). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch photo from Smokey and the Bandit which has been hand signed by star Burt Reynolds. Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Lana Turner

Lana Turner Autographed Photo

Happy birthday to Hollywood screen legend Lana Turner (1921 - 1995). Discovered at the age of 16 by MGM, Lana Turner played the a femme fatale in The Postman Always Rings Twice and was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in Peyton Place. In 1958, her daughter, Cheryl Crane, stabbed Turner's lover Johnny Stompanato to death.  Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch promotional photo from the 1965 film Love Has Many Faces which has been hand-signed and inscribed by Lana Turner. Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Tippi Hedren

The Birds Photo Signed by Tippi Hedren

Happy birthday today to actress and animal rights activist Tippi Hedren, best known for her roles in the Alfred Hitchcock films The Birds (1963) and Marnie (1964). She founded the animal rescue preserve Shambala in 1983. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch glossy photo promoting The Birds which has been hand-signed in person by Hedren. Crisp clear signature on a mint photo. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Val Kilmer

Top Gun Photo Autographed by Val Kilmer

Happy birthday to actor Val Kilmer, best known for his roles in Top Secret! (1984), Real Genius (1985), Top Gun (1986), The Doors (1991), and Batman Forever (1995). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch color photograph from the Tony Scott film Top Gun which has been hand-signed in person by star Val Kilmer as Iceman. Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday C. Thomas Howell

The Outsiders Cast Photo Signed by Ralph Macchio and C. Thomas Howell

Happy birthday to actor C. Thomas Howell, best known as Ponyboy Curtis in The Outsiders (1983) and Jim Halsey in The Hitcher (1986). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch color photograph from the Francis Ford Coppola film The Outsiders that has been hand-signed by stars Ralph Macchio and C. Thomas Howell. Crisp clear signatures on a mint glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Sarah Silverman

The Bedwetter: Stories of Courage, Redemption, and Pee Book Autographed by Sarah Silverman

Happy birthday to comedian Sarah Silverman, best known for her stand-up performances and television series The Sarah Silverman Program. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is a First Edition hand-signed copy of her hilarious memoir, The Bedwetter: Stories of Courage, Redemption, and Pee. Brand new hardcover. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La

Happy Birthday Ralph Macchio

Ralph Macchio Autographed Photo

Happy birthday to actor Ralph Macchio, best known as Daniel in the Karate Kid film series and as Johnny in The Outsiders (1983). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch color photograph from Karate Kid (1984) that has been hand-signed by star Macchio. Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy photograph. Provenance Hollywood Show convention, Burbank, CA. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday John Lithgow

Drama Autographed by John Lithgow / Lithgow in Buckaroo Banzai

Happy birthday to Emmy Award-winning actor John Lithgow, known for his roles in the films The World According to Garp (1982) and Terms of Endearment (1983), receiving an Academy Award nomination for each. Lithgow is also remembered as the Reverend Shaw Moore in Footloose, Dick Solomon on the NBC sitcom 3rd Rock from the Sun, the voice of Lord Farquaad in Shrek, and pictured here as Dr. Emilio Lizardo/Lord John Whorfin in the cult film The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension (1984). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this brand new First Edition hardcover memoir hand-signed by the star. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Jim Henson

Kermit the Frog Original Sketch Hand-Signed by Jim Henson

Today marks the birthday of Jim Henson (1936 - 1990), the most widely known puppeteer in American history and creator of The Muppets. He was the leading source behind their long run in the television series Sesame Street and the creator of advanced puppets for projects like Fraggle Rock, The Dark Crystal, and Labyrinth. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this original felt tip sketch of Kermit the Frog on an off-white 5 x 3 card, whimsically signed, “Jim Henson, Kermit the Frog.” In very fine condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Rose McGowan

Grindhouse Death Proof 1:24 Scale Die-Cast Car Autographed by Rose McGowan

Happy birthday to actress Rose McGowan, best known for her roles in the films Scream (1996), Jawbreaker (1999), Grindhouse (2007), and the  TV series Charmed (1998-2006). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 1969 Dodge Charger collectible car in 1:24 scale die-cast from Grindhouse: Death Proof which has been autographed by McGowan. Stunning detail with operable hood to show of the engine detail and manufactured by Johnny Lightning. Flat black primer paint with skull and cross bolts design on the hood and free rolling wheels. This fantastic piece of movie memorabilia from one of Quentin Tarantino's fan-favorite films comes affixed with serial-numbered hologram and includes Certificate of Authenticity featuring picture of Rose signing car. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.