This is a small cigarette card of actress ginger rogers. The ginger rogers filmography lists the film appearances of american actress ginger rogers, as well as her television, stage, and radio credits. During her long career, she made a total of 73 films, and is noted for her role as fred astaires romantic interest and dancing partner in a series of ten. The second book of the backyard witch series, by acclaimed authors christine heppermann and ron koertge, starring ms. Biography for ginger rogers turner classic movies tcm. Her mother, known as lelee, went to independence to have ginger away from her husband. Lucille and uncle harry attend a ginger rogers film festival. Discovering the true identity to the stranger, harry and lucy plot to return the purse to meet.
Steps in time an autobiography 1959 signed by fred astaire. Now, thanks to hd reader and commentor dan, we can get an idea of what it takes to create gingers finest gown, as he has had a replica made for his wife. Shevin, david expecting ginger rogers signed 1st 1st. Julie 16, 1911 aprile 25, 1995 wis an american actress, dancer, an sangster.
Also included is a copy of a rare poster for her great hit movie with fred astaire. Shevin, david expecting ginger rogers signed 1st 1st edition 1st printing softcover bowling green, ohio armchair press 1975 very good in wrappers. The success of her films and other projects allowed her to purchase a 1,000acre ranch in southern oregon, where she lived with her mother and built a dairy complex that supplied. Appearing in school theatrical productions, she discovered her love of acting. Scarce vintage playbill signed in blue fountain pen ink on the cover, to henry my kindest wishes ginger rogers 1951. Ginger rogers was born virginia katherine mcmath in independence, missouri on july 16, 1911. Autographed letter signed in full, responding to a request by a. Whitney houston ginger rogers signed dancing shoes worn. Rogers, she leaves the theater, but also leaves her purse. Matte finish, bookweight reproduction of a lobby card for her 1938 film having wonderful time, beautifully signed. She has danced her way into the hearts of millions and has starred in both comedy and drama on both stage and screen. I can, however, critique the actual writing, since ginger wrote this book herself no. Ginger rogers is a plucky hotel switchboard operator who helps foil a spy ring in ginger rogers and the riddle of the scarlet cloak. Bottom corners are bumped and top corner of back cover is creased.
Included is three phases of eve by eve arden, signed and dedicated to the title page st. Whitney houston ginger rogers signed dancing shoes worn in. This actress and dancer will forever be remembered for the eight musicals she did with fred astaire. Ginger rogers original glossy photograph authentically signed by this late star. Ginger rogers 19111995 was an american film and stage actress, dancer and singer. Broadway star, academy awardwinning actress, and the ultimate onscreen dancing partner of the inimitable fred astaire. Ginger my story by rogers, ginger signed and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Jan 01, 1991 ginger rogers is one of the greatest screen legends. So although ginger rogers book is chockfull of great stuff, i chose the excerpt that had to do with her trying to get the part of queen elizabeth, because that is why ginger rogers career spanned 50 years, i am convinced. Dj glossy beneath mylar, silver background with photo of ginger in rosecolored gown on front, raised pink title and author, color photo of older ginger on back. We had a lively conversation and as the crew was packing up i noticed a copy of the hardcover book ginger rogers and the riddle of the scarlet cloak on her shelf.
She had a baby earlier in their marriage and he allowed the doctor to use forceps and the baby died. Now, thanks to hd reader and commentor dan, we can get an idea of what it takes to create ginger s finest gown, as he has had a replica made for his wife. Ivory satin available at 2016 june 24 25 entertainment. She was kidnapped by her father several times until her mother. The right shoe is inscribed in an unknown hand on the base in black. As a las vegas musician, i played for her at the sands hotel a few times. Founded in 1997, has become a leading book price comparison site. But musicals remained her most prominent showcase during this period, and in 1934, she signed with rko to make flying down to rio, a romantic comedy with. Ginger rogers swing time dress is the mostpopular search term here at hollywood dreamland and it stems from this post from february, 2009. Aug 05, 2008 ginger rogers was born to entertain and it turns out she can author a personal biography pretty well too. Apr 21, 2020 ginger rogers, american dancer and actress who was best known as the partner of fred astaire in a series of movie musicals, including the gay divorcee 1934 and top hat 1935. Initially signing with paramount pictures in 1930, she quickly opted out of her contract and worked for several studios, most notably for warner brothers in musicals 42nd street 1933 and.
Rogers attends in disguise, and is seated next to youknowwho. Whitney houston ginger rogers signed dancing shoes worn in the stage show anything goes, 1980. She also won an oscar for playing the title role in kitty foyle 1940 and later starred in roxie hart 1942. Autograph in pencil on album page, from the collection of another actor of the same period. She was born virginia katherine mcmath, but the world would come to know herand love heras ginger rogers. I have did research and all i have found was that she also was a painter, so im thinking that these maybe the original painting that were a personal collection, i would love to know if anyone can give me any information on this, it would be much appreciated. Ginger rogers actressdancersinger 73 films many with fred astire passed away 1995 inscribed to a fan signed 5x3. There wasnt a lot of emotion in his writing even with traumatic events, like the death of his wife, and i dont feel like i know him any more now than i did before i started the book. Ginger rogers is one of the greatest screen legends. Ginger rogers the official licensing website of ginger. Both shoes signed and inscribed inside in blue ink to whitney houston love from ginger rogers 1994.
These trading cards were included in cigarette packs in the 30s and 40s and were collectible items. Ginger was always a star, on and off the silver screen. Ginger rogers, american dancer and actress who was best known as the partner of fred astaire in a series of movie musicals, including the gay divorcee 1934 and top hat 1935. She was very gracious and spent time talking with me after. A collection of signed hardcover books by hollywood starlets. With steps in time dancer, choreographer, and movie star fred astaire 18991987 discusses the milestones of his professional life.
Heres lucy ginger rogers comes to tea tv episode 1971 imdb. Ginger rogers and the case of the authorized editions npr. Ginger rogers was born to entertain and it turns out she can author a personal biography pretty well too. However, her mother then remarried and moved to fort worth, texas, where ginger rogers graduated from high school. Collection of signed books by hollywood starlets including. As the exquisite film partner of fred astaire, ginger rogers danced her way.
It was when he was about to start making daddy long legs with leslie caron in september, 1954, that astaires wife. My story signed by rogers, ginger and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Customers could even purchase books to organize and collect these cards. In 1933, rogers signed with rko radio pictures, where she was paired with dancer fred astaire in commercially successful flying down to rio 1933. This was one of a series of nancy drewlike novels aimed at young readers in the 1940s. Then ginger rogers replaced garland in the barkleys of broadway. Her career continued on stage, radio, and television throughout much of the 20th century. Dj has light creases to top front, one on front left. July 16, 1911 april 25, 1995 was an american actress, dancer, and singer. Read this biography to learn more about her childhood, life, works, achievements and timeline. Ginger rogers and fred astaires 10 films ranked by how. I have did research and all i have found was that she also was a painter, so im thinking that these maybe the original painting that were a personal collection, i would love. I bought this picture and others painted by the famous author ginger rogers, they are signed ginger briggs her married name.
Born virginia mcmath on july 16, 1911, in independence, mo, as a toddler, she relocated to hollywood with her newly divorced mother, herself a screenwriter. Ginger rogers1911 1995 american dancer and film star remembered for her roles with dancing partner fred astaire. Cowboy on horse painting by ginger rogers briggs collectors. This was one of a series of nancy drewlike novels aimed at young readers in the. Autographed photo fred astaire ginger rogers original astaire. Shop for signed photos, autographs and other autographed items related to ginger rogers. A vintage photograph signed and dated 1940 by ginger rogers. Ginger rogers was an awardwinning american dancer, singer and actress. Large signature in blue ballpoint pen on the cover, beneath her image. Rogers was even the hero of ginger rogers and the riddle of the scarlet cloak, a girls adventure novel in the vein of the nancy drew series penned by her mother.
Book is signed ginger rogers, 1991 on the title page. Ginger rogers paper dolls more editions of ginger rogers paper dolls. After graduating from high school, she moved to new york city, new york, and got a job in the broadway production of top speed 1929. Heres lucy ginger rogers comes to tea tv episode 1971.
I have two copies, one is signed by ginger, i met her several years before she. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. She won an academy award for her starring role in kitty foyle 1940, but is best remembered for performing during the 1930s in rkos musical films partnered with fred astaire. Shevin, david expecting ginger rogers signed 1st 1st edition. Backwards and in high heels is a phrase that most think of when they hear rogers name, as she did absolutely everything that astaire did, but of course in. Oct 28, 2008 so although ginger rogers book is chockfull of great stuff, i chose the excerpt that had to do with her trying to get the part of queen elizabeth, because that is why ginger rogers career spanned 50 years, i am convinced. Mister fred rogers signed autograph 8 x10 photo mr.
She was in a wheelchair, but managed to stand up for a shot of us leaning on the ledge of her veranda. Ginger rogers and fred astaires 10 films ranked by how incredible they are. Born in independence, missouri, in 1911, she debuted in vaudeville at age fourteen. Dan already commented in the original post, but his fascinating commentary is reproduced. You will receive the pauls hollywood cafe certificate as seen in a couple of the pictures, please use pay pal within two days after this auction ends. This is the autobiography of the great rko actress who danced her way to superstardom opposite fred. Description whitney houston ginger rogers signed dancing shoes worn in the stage show anything goes, 1980. My mother told me i was dancing before i was born, ginger rogers writes. May 01, 2010 ginger rogers swing time dress is the mostpopular search term here at hollywood dreamland and it stems from this post from february, 2009. In step with fred astaire, ginger rogers was one half of the most legendary dancing team in film history. Ginger rogers biography childhood, life achievements. I like fred astaire and love his films with ginger rogers, but i feel like this book barely glazed the surface. Ginger rogers signed autograph playbill love and let love.
Steps in time by fred astaire goodreads share book. Ginger, my story, signed by ginger rogers nick harvill libraries. This is an 8 x 10, blackandwhite original photo of fred astaire and ginger rogers in one of their classic movie dance scenes. Her story is perfect for those who like to be reminded of great actors and how important it is to live life well. From the original broadway production of the louis verneuil comedy love and let love which played the plymouth theatre in new york city from october 19, 1951 and closed after only 51 performances. Ginger rogers the official licensing website of ginger rogers. Tiny crease at bottom tips of pages 337339, three photo sections on photopaper.
Description ginger rogers signed theatre program for a production of bell book and candle performed at the tenthouse theatre in highland park, illinois. Mister fred rogers autographed 8 x 10 pbs photoprint mr. With lucille ball, gale gordon, lucie arnaz, ginger rogers. Ginger rogers this is a 1942 8x10 book page photo of ginger rogers beautifully signed by the hollywood star, she also added the year in which she signed the item. M, the witch who the horn book calls a combination of mary poppins and a standup comedian. Ginger rogers signed theatre program for a production of bell book and candle performed at the tenthouse theatre in highland park, illinois. Ginger rogers autograph signed signature fred astaire. Rogerss career spanned fiftyseven years, from 1930 to 1987.