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Susan Hayward

The 1955 film that earned her a nomination for Best Actress in a Leading Role

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The 1955 film that earned her a nomination for Best Actress in a Leading Role

Archive of documents related to Hayward’s work with MGM, one signed by Hayward, consisting of approximately 41 pages dated between 1955 and 1964, loosely bound with metal clips in a 9.75 x 14.75 manila folder. First is a DS, signed “Susan Hayward,” five pages, 8.5 x 11, September 9, 1955. Contract between Hayward and MGM regarding the production and royalties from a “sound track of our photoplay presently entitled ‘I’ll Cry Tomorrow’ and to sell, market, release, distribute, advertise and exploit phonograph records of various musical compositions…performed by you in the rendition of your services in connection with said photoplay.” The remaining dozen letters and documents on the left side of the folder relate to the film and soundtrack, some notifying Hayward of which songs were to be released. Bound to the left side of the folder are 24 pages of documents and carbon copies related to a lawsuit filed against Hayward for legal fees. In overall fine condition, with expected document wear. Hayward received a nomination for the Best Actress in a Leading Role Oscar for her role as Lillian Roth in I’ll Cry Tomorrow. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #416 - Ended October 16, 2013





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