Farewell Richard Hatch

Battlestar Galactica Photo Hand-Signed by Richard Hatch

Farewell to actor Richard Hatch (1945-2017), best known for his role as Captain Apollo in the original Battlestar Galactica television series, and also as Tom Zarek in the 2003 remake of Battlestar Galactica. Hatch passed away today at the age of 71. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch color photo from Battlestar Galactica (1978-1979) which has been hand-signed in person by Hatch. Crisp clear signature on a mint photo. Provenance Wondercon 2015. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Farewell Mary Tyler Moore

After All Autographed by Mary Tyler Moore

Farewell to actress Mary Tyler Moore (1936 – 2017), best known for her starring roles in the television sitcoms The Mary Tyler Moore Show (1970–1977) and The Dick Van Dyke Show (1961–1966) as well as her Academy Award-nominated performance in the 1980 film Ordinary People. Moore passed away today at the age of 80 from pneumonia. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is a hand-signed copy of her memoir, After All. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

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.

Farewell Carrie Fisher

Star Wars Oversize Photo Hand-Signed by Carrie Fisher

Farewell to actress and author Carrie Fisher (1956-2016), best known as Princess Leia in the Star Wars film series. Fisher died today at the age of 60. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this oversize 16 x 20 inch color glossy photograph from Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi (1983) that has been hand-signed by star Carrie Fisher (pictured here in her sexy "Slave Leia" costume). Affixed with serial-numbered hologram and officially licensed Star Wars autograph hologram in corner. Includes Certificate of Authenticity featuring picture of Fisher signing the photo. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Farewell Green Hornet

Green Hornet Photo Signed by Van Williams

Farewell to actor Van Williams who passed away last Monday at the age of 82. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch color photograph from the 1960s TV series The Green Hornet which has been hand signed in person by star Van Williams. Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Farewell Hugh O'Brian

The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp - From Ellsworth to Tombstone DVD Set Hand-Signed / Autographed by Hugh O'Brian

Farewell to actor Hugh O'Brian (1925-2016), best known for his starring roles in the ABC western television series The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp (1955–1961) and the NBC action television series Search (1972–1973). O'Brian passed away at his home yesterday at the age of 91.  Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 4-disc DVD box set of thrilling episodes from The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp hand-signed in person by Hugh O'Brian. The most celebrated lawman of the Old West rides again as Hugh O'Brian stars as the famed marshal whose exploits with Doc Holliday, Bat Masterson, and the Clanton Gang are boldly brought to life in episodes based on actual events. Provenance Hollywood Show convention April 2014. Only 1 copy available. COA

Remembering Kenny Baker

Star Wars Photo Autographed / Hand-Signed by Kenny Baker

Today marks the birthday of actor Kenny Baker (1934-2016), best known for portraying the character R2-D2 in the highly successful Star Wars science fiction movie franchise. Baker passed away on August 13th, just eleven days before his 82nd birthday, following an extended illness. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch photograph of R2-D2 which hand-signed in person by Kenny Baker. Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy photograph. Includes official Star Wars hologram. Provenance Hollywood Show 2005. Only 1 in stock. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Farewell Meadowlark Lemon

Meadowlark Lemon Autographed Photo

Farewell to basketball player, ordained minister, and motivational speaker Meadowlark Lemon (1932-2015), who passed away Sunday at the age of 83. Known as the "Clown Prince" of the touring Harlem Globetrotters basketball team, he played in more than 16,000 games for the Globetrotters and is a 2003 inductee of the Basketball Hall of Fame. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch glossy black and white photo which has been hand-signed in person for us by Lemon. Mint condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Farewell Yvonne Craig

Batgirl Photo Autographed by Yvonne Craig

Farewell to actress and ballet dancer Yvonne Craig (1937 - 2015) who passed away yesterday at her home in Pacific Palisades, CA. Best known for her role as Batgirl from the 1960s Batman TV series, Craig also played the Orion slave girl Marta in the Star Trek: The Original Series episode “Whom Gods Destroy”. I met Ms. Craig several times and she was a sweet woman. As she was likely for thousands, she was be my first television crush.

Farewell Theodore Bikel

In My Own Lifetime: 12 Musical Theater Classics CD Autographed by Theodore Bikel

Farewell to Austrian-American actor, folk singer, musician, and composer Theodore Bikel (1924-2015), who passed away yesterday at the age of 91.  He made his film debut in The African Queen (1951) and was nominated for an Academy award for his role in The Defiant Ones (1958). On Broadway he originated the role of Captain von Trapp in The Sound of Music in 1959 and since his first appearance as Tevye in the musical Fiddler on the Roof in 1967, Bikel has performed the role more often than any other actor (more than 2,000 times to date). In My Own Lifetime: 12 Musical Theater Classics CD with booklet hand-signed by Theodore Bikel. Brand new. Includes many of his best known songs including "Sunrise, Sunset" and "If I Were a Rich Man". Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Farewell Dick Van Patten

Eighty is Not Enough Autographed by Dick Van Patten

Farewell to actor Dick Van Patten (1928-2015) who passed away yesterday at the age of 86. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is an autographed copy of his memoir, Eighty is Not Enough: One Actor's Journey Through American Entertainment. Best known as the newspaper columnist dad on the 1970s series Eight Is Enough, Patten reflects on his prolific career, vibrant life, and the people who shaped both. Unread hardcover First Edition hand-signed by Dick Van Patten. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Farewell Herb Trimpe

Marvel Masterworks Hulk Limited Edition Book Signed by Herb Trimpe and Gary Friedrich

Farewell to comic book artist Herb Trimpe (1939 - 2015), who died Monday at the age of 75. Best known as the seminal 1970s artist on The Incredible Hulk, Trimpe was the first artist to draw  the character Wolverine for publication. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is Marvel Masterworks: The Incredible Hulk hand-signed on the title page by writer Gary Friedrich and illustrator Herb Trimpe.  Included are the Hulk stories from Tales to Astonish issues 80 - 101 and also Hulk #102. Hardcover limited to 1350 copies and in Fine Condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Farewell Stan Freberg

Stan Freberg with the Original Cast Hand-Signed Photo

Farewell to voice actor, puppeteer, and comedian Stan Freberg (1926-2015), who passed away today at the age of 88. This 8 x 10 inch photograph has been hand-signed in person by Freberg, best known for his novelty albums for Capitol Records, his radio show The Stan Freberg Show, and for Bob Clampett's puppet television show Time for Beanie. Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Farewell James Best

The Dukes of Hazzard Cast and Creator Autographed Die-Cast 1:18 General Lee

Farewell to actor James Best (1926-2015), remembered for his role as Sheriff Rosco P. Coltrane from from the classic 1980s TV series The Dukes of Hazzard. Best died of complications from pneumonia last night at the age of 88. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 1:18 scale General Lee die-cast car from the show that was personally autographed by cast members John Schneider as Bo Duke, Tom Wopat as Luke Duke, Catherine Bach as Daisy Duke, James Best as Rosco P. Coltrane, Sonny Shroyer as Deputy Enos Strate, Rick Hurst as Deputy Cletus Hogg, Don Pedro Colley as Sheriff Little and the car's creator, George Barris. Made in stunning detail with exceptional craftsmanship, this museum piece comes affixed with a serial-numbered hologram and includes Certificates of Authenticity featuring a picture of each cast member signing car. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

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.

Farewell Leonard Nimoy

Star Trek Lithograph Hand-Signed by Original Crew of 7 including William Shatner + Leonard Nimoy

Farewell to actor, filmmaker, and photographer Leonard Nimoy (1931 - 2015), who passed away this morning at his home in Los Angeles. Nimoy was best known for his role as Spock in the original Star Trek series (1966–69) and the accompanying franchise. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this dramatic lithograph hand-signed in silver marker by William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy (1931-2015), DeForest Kelley (1920 - 1999), James Doohan (1920 - 2005), Nichelle Nichols, George Takei, and Walter Koenig. Autographed in 1996 by the entire crew to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the original Star Trek series. 22 x 26 inches. Limited edition of 500. In Excellent condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Farewell to Rod McKuen

Rod McKuen Hand-Signed Photo

Farewell to the best-selling poet, songwriter, composer, and singer Rod McKuen (1933 - 2015) who passed away yesterday after a lengthy illness. His career began with the 1959 novelty single "The Mummy" and eventually earned him two Oscar nominations and one Pulitzer nomination. His thirty books of poetry have sold millions of copies. This 8 x 10 inch black and white photograph was hand-signed in person by McKuen at the Hollywood Show convention in 2010.  Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Farewell to The Addams Family's Ken Weatherwax

The Addams Family Limited Edition Print Autographed by Charles Addams

Farewell to actor Ken Weatherwax (1955 - 2014), best known as Pugsley Addams on the original The Addams Family television series. Weatherwax died from a heart attack at his home yesterday at the age of 59. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this autographed Charles Addams (1912 - 1988) limited edition print that reproduces one of his famous Addams Family cartoons from The New Yorker Magazine. Published in the late 1980s by the U.S. Historical Society in a hand-signed numbered edition of 500, these rarely surface on the open market. 16 x 20 inch print on heavy 80 lb paper. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Farewell to Puppeteer Bob Baker

Bob Baker Marionettes Hand-Signed Poster

Farewell to Bob Baker (1924-2014), the legendary puppeteer whose marionettes have entertained thousands of children and adults worldwide for more than 70 years. He passed Friday at the age of 90 at his home in Los Angeles. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 11 x 17 inch poster from the Bob Baker Marionette Theatre that has been hand-signed and inscribed in person by founder Bob Baker. Crisp clear signature on a mint poster. Provenance Bob Baker Marionette Theatre 2010. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Farewell to Groundbreaking Comedienne Joan Rivers

Murder at the Academy Awards Book Autographed by Joan Rivers and Jerrilyn Farmer

Farewell to Joan Rivers (1933-2014), who passed away yesterday from complications after a medical procedure on her vocal cords. Rivers was best known for her stand-up comedy, as the co-host of Fashion Police, her appearances on The Tonight Show, and her own Emmy-winning talk show The Joan Rivers Show. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this hand-signed First Edition of her mystery novel Murder at the Academy Awards. Also signed by co-author Jerrilyn Farmer. Provenance Mystery Bookstore signing 2009. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.