Monroe, Marilyn. (1926-1962) American actress who has become a sexual icon of popular culture.
Autograph Note Signed. One page, Quarto, Korea, February, 1954. Written during her USO tour of Korea, where Marilyn went in February of 1954 to entertain American troops overseas. She performed for over 60,000 soldiers, many of whom had never seen any of her movies, since they had been in the service during Marilyn's rise to stardom. Needless to say, the sexy siren was a huge success. Evidently, one of the musicians that performed with her was also captivated by Marilyn's performance, and presented her with a glossy Black & White photograph of his own jazz band for her to sign. On the back of this photo, Marilyn has penned this effusive inscription:
" To Gordon,
I use to like Jazz -- before you.
Thanks for making our show
soooo wonderful.
Love & Kisses
Marilyn Monroe
Korea Feb. '54 " .
Fine. Framed with a sultry Black & White photograph of Marilyn in a plunging gown, and another shot of the actress in Korea, with a group of servicemen posed in front of a US Army helicopter.
Estimated Value $2,000-3,000.
Text is not trimmed as indicated in photograph.
