World War II-dated TLS signed “Your A. No. 1—Fan, Hattie McDaniel,” one page, 7 x 10.5, personal letterhead, May 27, 1942. Letter to famed entertainer Red Skelton, in full: "Saw this in Sunday's paper and just couldn't resist sending it to the bad little boy who knows 'If I do it, I dit a whippin.' I'll bet that's just the way he is. I am so happy that you have taken Hollywood by storm and your radio programs are always so fresh and original. I am in the Jack Benny—Ann Sheridan picture 'George Washington Slept Here' at present but as soon as I have a free moment I want you and Mrs. Skelton to come over. I believe it was to be a chicken dinner, but if regulations continue we may end up munching hot dogs. Give my fondest regards to Mrs. Skelton." McDaniel adds a brief handwritten postscript: "My best to Wonder—he's a great boy!" Matted and framed with a photo and engraved plate to an overall size of 12.75 x 28.5. In fine condition, with staple holes to the upper left corner.
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