The first black actor to win an Academy Award, for the role of Mammy in Gone With The Wind. From 1950-1953 she starred in Beulah, as Beulah, a comedy series about a family whose Negro domestic resolves the inherent “situation” with more common sense than the rest of the family combined. TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, Columbia Broadcasting System, Hollywood, California, March 24, 1950. A letter in response to a fan’s. In part: “Thanks for your kind words concerning the Beulah show. I am glad you enjoy the broadcast and I assure you that we all have lots of fun doing the show each afternoon. We strive to bring to our listeners each day, fifteen minutes of good wholesome fun.” Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. In fine condition. COA PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
