Garry Trudeau Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
GARRY TRUDEAU
Born: July 21, 1948 in New York City, New York
Garretson Beekman "Garry" Trudeau, born on July 21, 1948, in New York City, is an influential American cartoonist, best known as the creator of the Pulitzer Prize-winning comic strip "Doonesbury". His work has gained acclaim for its satirical commentary on contemporary political, social, and cultural issues.
A graduate of Yale University, Trudeau initially launched "Doonesbury" as a student in the Yale Daily News under the title "Bull Tales" in 1968. Its syndication began in 1970, marking the start of a career that would span over five decades. The strip, featuring a diverse cast of characters navigating life against the backdrop of evolving American society, is recognized for its innovative blend of humor, satire, and political commentary. In 1975, Trudeau became the first comic strip artist to win a Pulitzer Prize for Editorial Cartooning, signifying the cultural impact of his work. His adeptness at conveying political satire through "Doonesbury" led to other opportunities, including a Broadway musical and an animated special, both of which earned him additional accolades, including a nomination for an Academy Award in 1977.
A graduate of Yale University, Trudeau initially launched "Doonesbury" as a student in the Yale Daily News under the title "Bull Tales" in 1968. Its syndication began in 1970, marking the start of a career that would span over five decades. The strip, featuring a diverse cast of characters navigating life against the backdrop of evolving American society, is recognized for its innovative blend of humor, satire, and political commentary. In 1975, Trudeau became the first comic strip artist to win a Pulitzer Prize for Editorial Cartooning, signifying the cultural impact of his work. His adeptness at conveying political satire through "Doonesbury" led to other opportunities, including a Broadway musical and an animated special, both of which earned him additional accolades, including a nomination for an Academy Award in 1977.
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GARRY TRUDEAU - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 183939Photograph signed by Garry Trudeau, inscribed with "For Ellen Greene -/Regards from/Garry Trudeau". Trudeau, the first comic strip cartoonist awarded the Pulitzer Prize in Editorial Cartooning, is known for creating Doonesbury. Publicity photo captioned at lower left.Sale Price $135.00
$160.00
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GARRY TRUDEAU - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 190071Photograph signed by Garry Trudeau, the Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist of Doonesbury, is inscribed with "For Harry Morgan/best wishes from/Garry Trudeau." It captures his artistic style and personal touch through the inscription.
Price: $240.00
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GARRY TRUDEAU - CARTOON SIGNED - HFSID 250257Comic strip signed by Garry Trudeau, creator of Doonesbury. This four-panel strip provides commentary on minimum security prisons. Trudeau won the Pulitzer Prize in Editorial Cartooning in 1975 for Doonesbury, marking a milestone in comic history.
Sale Price $135.00
$160.00
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GARRY TRUDEAU - FIRST DAY COVER SIGNED - HFSID 25046Philatelic envelope signed by Garry Trudeau, marked with his name "Garry Trudeau". It is a First Day Cover honoring artist Mary Cassatt, postmarked Washington, DC, November 17, 1966, with a 5-cent American Artist stamp affixed.
Price: $140.00
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GARRY TRUDEAU - FIRST DAY COVER SIGNED - HFSID 278493First Day Cover signed by Garry Trudeau, dated May 23, 1987, includes an original art signature “GBTrudeau.” It features the American Flag over the Capitol stamp and a stamp of the Doonesbury character J. J. Caucus.
Price: $140.00
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GARRY TRUDEAU - INSCRIBED BASEBALL SIGNED 01/14/2008 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 279562Baseball signed by cartoonists Garry Trudeau, Bil Keane, Tom Wilson, Brad Anderson, and Mort Walker, each adding a cartoon character. Trudeau inscribes "For/Rick/Cheers,/Gary Trudeau", while others include designs from their respective comic strips.
Sale Price $395.00
$480.00
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GARRY TRUDEAU - INSCRIBED SIGNATURE - HFSID 209282Card inscribed by Garry Trudeau reads "For Teresa Stevens -/best regards,/Garry Trudeau". Trudeau, a Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist, is known for Doonesbury. Light ink smudge is noted at the end of the signature and upper right corner.
Price: $100.00
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GARRY TRUDEAU - INSCRIBED SIGNATURE 07/28/1980 - HFSID 52376Postcard signed by Garry Trudeau, inscribed "For Bill Wood-/all best wishes/from/Garry Trudeau". Affixed with a newspaper article about his 1980 commencement address at Colby College. Postmarked from New York, NY, on July 28, 1980.
Sale Price $105.00
$120.00
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GARRY TRUDEAU - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 09/29/1998 - HFSID 264539Letter is written by Garry Trudeau on Doonesbury stationery, signed as “Garry Trudeau” in a typed letter dated September 29, 1998. The note thanks a recipient for their support and expresses well wishes for their surgery.
Price: $180.00
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GARRY TRUDEAU - TYPED NOTE SIGNED 01/15/1991 - HFSID 215371Letter by Garry Trudeau includes a note of thanks on Doonesbury stationery, signed "Garry Trudeau". Dated January 15, 1991, it expresses gratitude for a letter regarding the comic strip. Trudeau is the first comic strip cartoonist awarded the Pulitzer Prize.
Price: $180.00
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HANK KETCHAM - ORIGINAL ART SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 277422First Day cover signed by eight cartoonists, including Bil Keane and Hank Ketcham, who each draw their characters. Featuring original sketches and autographs, it bears an 8-cent Wildlife Conservation stamp postmarked September 20, 1972.
Price: $400.00
