GEORGE MONTGOMERY - DOCUMENT SIGNED 11/26/1958 - HFSID 287398

GEORGE MONTGOMERY
Signed release form allowing the Chicago Tribune - New York News Syndicate use of his name and image
Document signed: "George Montgomery", 1 page, 8½x11. New York, New York, November 26, 1958. Release form authorizing the Chicago Tribune - New York News Syndicate and its licensees to use his name and image for editorial and promotion purposes, excluding commercial advertising. The year he signed this form, Montgomery appeared in three feature films, all Westerns, including his portrayal of lawman Pat Garrett in Badman's Country. He also appeared in two TV Westerns, Wagon Train and Cimarron City. George Montgomery (1916-2000), born George Montgomery Letz, wasanaction hero of war and western filmsof the 1940s and 1950s. He also directed several films in the 1960s.A former heavyweight boxer and stunt man before becoming a leading man, Montgomery was married for nineteen years (1943-1962) to singer/TV personality Dinah Shore,appearing often on her show after their amicable divorce. He's best known for his starring roles in Battle of the Bulge (1965) and Cimarron City (1958). His Oscar nomination for Best Art Direction (Ladies in Retirement, 1941) foreshadowed his second successful career as a furniture designer. After retiring from acting, he concentrated on his various other interests, including sculpting and woodwork. He was a self-taught artist that put his skills to good use by building 11 homes. In 1981, he published an autobiography titled The Years of George Montgomery. Pencil note at top left corner. Lightly soiled. Otherwise, fine condition.