Katharine Hepburn Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
KATHARINE HEPBURN
Born: May 12, 1907 in Hartford, Connecticut
Died: June 29, 2003 in Old Saybrook, Connecticut
Katharine Hepburn was born on May 12, 1907, in Hartford, Connecticu and she was an American actress.
Hepburn graduated from Bryn Mawr College in 1928 and began acting in stage productions shortly thereafter. She made her film debut in A Bill of Divorcement (1932), opposite John Barrymore. Her performance led to widespread recognition and a contract with RKO Pictures. She won her first Academy Award for Morning Glory (1933). During the late 1930s, Hepburn experienced a decline in box-office popularity but returned to prominence with the 1940 film The Philadelphia Story, which she helped bring to the screen. She starred in the film alongside Cary Grant and James Stewart, and it became one of her most enduring successes.
Hepburn frequently collaborated with actor Spencer Tracy, with whom she made nine films between 1942 and 1967, including Woman of the Year (1942), Adam’s Rib (1949), and Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner (1967). The two also shared a personal relationship that lasted over two decades. Her later career included award-winning performances in The Lion in Winter (1968), On Golden Pond (1981), and The African Queen (1951), co-starring Humphrey Bogart. These roles cemented her reputation as one of the most respected figures in American cinema.
Hepburn graduated from Bryn Mawr College in 1928 and began acting in stage productions shortly thereafter. She made her film debut in A Bill of Divorcement (1932), opposite John Barrymore. Her performance led to widespread recognition and a contract with RKO Pictures. She won her first Academy Award for Morning Glory (1933). During the late 1930s, Hepburn experienced a decline in box-office popularity but returned to prominence with the 1940 film The Philadelphia Story, which she helped bring to the screen. She starred in the film alongside Cary Grant and James Stewart, and it became one of her most enduring successes.
Hepburn frequently collaborated with actor Spencer Tracy, with whom she made nine films between 1942 and 1967, including Woman of the Year (1942), Adam’s Rib (1949), and Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner (1967). The two also shared a personal relationship that lasted over two decades. Her later career included award-winning performances in The Lion in Winter (1968), On Golden Pond (1981), and The African Queen (1951), co-starring Humphrey Bogart. These roles cemented her reputation as one of the most respected figures in American cinema.
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KATHARINE HEPBURN - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 29881Autograph letter signed by Katharine Hepburn expresses gratitude for flowers and invites a friend to call. The letter includes the signature "Kathn Hep" and features a personal message about the lilacs and their scent.Price: $500.00
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KATHARINE HEPBURN - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 252677Autograph letter signed by Katharine Hepburn, addressed to Mr. Crabtree, expresses gratitude and mentions connections to Dr. Robert Young and Dr. Raymond Adams. The letter is two pages long and features her handwritten note.
Price: $900.00
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KATHARINE HEPBURN - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 269090Handwritten letter signed by Katharine Hepburn as "K-" expresses gratitude to a friend, mentioning gifts and personal anecdotes. Hepburn, renowned actress and cultural icon, won multiple Academy Awards and an Emmy throughout her celebrated career.
Price: $900.00
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KATHARINE HEPBURN - AUTOGRAPH LETTER UNSIGNED 09/08 - HFSID 254003Letter from Katharine Hepburn, written on September 8, 1970, discusses her experiences filming The Trojan Women in Guadalajara, Spain. Addressed to friend Meta Stern, the letter is unsigned and reflects on the challenges of location shooting.
Sale Price $845.00
$1,000.00
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KATHARINE HEPBURN - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED 01/21/1982 - HFSID 269552Typed letter signed by Katharine Hepburn, dated January 21, 1982, includes her autograph as "K. Hepburn". Expressing gratitude for a blue scarf, she mentions the volume of mail she receives. The letter is on stationery imprinted with her name.
Price: $340.00
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KATHARINE HEPBURN - AUTOGRAPH NOTE UNSIGNED CIRCA 1984 - HFSID 287632Autograph note written by Katharine Hepburn on an envelope addressed to Ruth Casabillo. The note expresses gratitude, stating, "Dear Ruth Casabillo, Thank you for your sweet message." The envelope is postmarked December 3, 1984, but remains unsigned.
Price: $200.00
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KATHARINE HEPBURN - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 263120Publicity photograph of Katharine Hepburn, inscribed and signed, "To Kate/Katharine Hepburn". Hepburn was a renowned actress, winning four Academy Awards and an Emmy. Accompanied by PSA/DNA and JSA Letters of Authenticity.
Sale Price $995.00
$1,200.00
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KATHARINE HEPBURN - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 279710Photograph signed by Katharine Hepburn in blue felt tip, inscribed with "For John/affectionately/Katharine Hepburn". Accompanied by PSA/DNA Letter of Authenticity. Hepburn is an acclaimed actress with multiple Academy Awards and Emmy wins, remaining a cultural icon.
Sale Price $745.00
$900.00
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KATHARINE HEPBURN - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 76357Magazine photograph of Katharine Hepburn as Mary, Queen of Scots, in the 1936 film Mary of Scotland, inscribed and signed: "To [illegible]/What a delight it's been/to act with you/Affectionately/Kate."
Sale Price $995.00
$1,200.00
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KATHARINE HEPBURN - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH CIRCA 1969 - HFSID 292745Photograph signed by Katharine Hepburn, depicting her in The Madwoman of Chaillot, inscribed with "For dearest Vi,/Love & Tears/Katharine/Act III Mad Woman". It is dedicated to her wardrobe mistress, Violet Murray, who worked with Hepburn on numerous films.
Sale Price $1,195.00
$1,400.00
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KATHARINE HEPBURN - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 70241Movie still signed by Katharine Hepburn from the 1955 film Summertime, depicting Hepburn with co-star Rossano Brazzi in Venice. Hepburn's signature is rare, as she typically did not sign photographs. The signature reads: "Katharine Hepburn".
Price: $900.00
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KATHARINE HEPBURN - CONTRACT SIGNED - HFSID 178280Contract for purchasing rights to Prester John signed by Katharine Hepburn as Purchaser in black ink. The agreement outlines a $10,000 purchase and additional fees if adapted into a movie. It consists of 8 pages on thin paper.
Sale Price $925.00
$1,100.00
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KATHARINE HEPBURN - CONTRACT SIGNED 02/04/1942 - HFSID 274993Document signed by Katharine Hepburn regarding her appearance in Without Love, dated February 4, 1942, in New York City. This Actors' Equity Association contract governs her role as Jamie Coe Rowan in the play, with details on compensation included.
Sale Price $995.00
$1,200.00
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KATHARINE HEPBURN - CONTRACT SIGNED 04/03/1935 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 42865Contract signed by Katharine Hepburn and Benjamin “B.B.” Kahane, modifying a previous agreement. Signed in Los Angeles on April 3, 1935, with Hepburn's signature as "Katharine Hepburn" and Kahane's as "B.B. Kahane", President of RKO.
Price: $1,100.00
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KATHARINE HEPBURN - DOCUMENT SIGNED 02/22/1967 - HFSID 345628Contractual document signed by Katharine Hepburn on February 22, 1967, certifying terms used in film contracts, accompanied by a black and white headshot. Signed in black felt tip and countersigned by a studio secretary.
Sale Price $995.00
$1,200.00
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KATHARINE HEPBURN - DOCUMENT SIGNED 06/26/1992 - HFSID 252678Contract signed by Katharine Hepburn for her role in "The Man Upstairs", dated June 26, 1992. It includes her signature and countersignature from Lamar Jackson of Burt Reynolds Productions, detailing her acting services and payment terms.
Price: $1,100.00
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KATHARINE HEPBURN - DOCUMENT SIGNED 12/16/1948 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 167797Document signed by Katharine Hepburn and Armina Marshall, confirming Hepburn's appearance in a 1949 radio adaptation of The Game of Love and Death. Dated December 16, 1948, it includes letterhead from the Radio Division of The Theatre Guild, Inc.
Price: $950.00
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KATHARINE HEPBURN - EPHEMERA UNSIGNED - HFSID 287626Strand of hair from Katharine Hepburn is #6 from a limited edition of 300, mounted with two unsigned photographs of her. Hepburn, a celebrated actress, won four Academy Awards and an Emmy, remaining a significant cultural icon.
Price: $500.00
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KATHARINE HEPBURN - INSCRIBED MAGAZINE PHOTO SIGNED - HFSID 155006Magazine headshot of Katharine Hepburn, inscribed and signed as "For Leon Poston/Katharine Hepburn". Captioned "A Matter of Gravity", this photograph likely originates from a show bill for the comedy that ran from 1975 to 1977.
Price: $450.00
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KATHARINE HEPBURN - INSCRIBED PROGRAM SIGNED - HFSID 152079Program for the 1975-1977 production of A Matter of Gravity, signed by Katharine Hepburn. Inscription reads, "For Troy A. Bumpus/all good thoughts/Katharine Hepburn" on the title page. Hepburn starred as Mrs. Basil in this production.
Price: $380.00
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KATHARINE HEPBURN - INSCRIBED SHOW BILL SIGNED - HFSID 176346Show bill cast page for The West Side Waltz, signed by Katharine Hepburn with the inscription: "For/John Christopher/Affen/Katharine Hepburn". This undated cast page is from a performance at the Curran Theatre in San Francisco.
Price: $425.00
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KATHARINE HEPBURN - LOBBY CARD SIGNED - HFSID 350354Lobby card signed by Katharine Hepburn in blue ink, associated with the film Bringing Up Baby, starring Hepburn and Cary Grant. The card shows some stains and previous repairs. Hepburn was a celebrated actress with multiple Academy Award nominations.
Sale Price $925.00
$1,100.00
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KATHARINE HEPBURN - MAGAZINE COVER SIGNED - HFSID 152817Magazine cover signed by Katharine Hepburn, showcasing her headshot from the August 1975 issue of Ladies Home Journal. Hepburn, a four-time Academy Award winner, autographs the cover, highlighting her significant contributions to stage and screen.
Price: $300.00
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KATHARINE HEPBURN - MAGAZINE COVER SIGNED - HFSID 182644Signed Newsweek cover from November 10, 1969, depicts Katharine Hepburn in a blue jacket and white blouse. It includes her signature: "Katharine Hepburn". The cover caption reads: "Kate and Coco/Hepburn/Returns to/Broadway", relating to her role in Coco.
Sale Price $245.00
$300.00
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KATHARINE HEPBURN - PROGRAM SIGNED CIRCA 1976 - HFSID 20340Program signed by "Katharine Hepburn" on the title page, associated with the production of A Matter of Gravity. This program is likely from the touring performance between 1975 and 1977, in which Hepburn starred as Mrs. Basil.
Price: $300.00
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KATHARINE HEPBURN - SHOW BILL COVER SIGNED - HFSID 218345Playbill cover for The West Side Waltz, signed by Katharine Hepburn with the inscription, "Katharine Hepburn". The cover showcases a black and white photograph of the actress and relates to her Tony-nominated performance at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre.
Sale Price $285.00
$380.00
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KATHARINE HEPBURN - SHOW BILL SIGNED CIRCA 1970 - HFSID 255525Playbill signed by Katharine Hepburn from the Mark Hellinger Theatre for the 1970 play Coco. Hepburn, a renowned actress, is noted for her numerous Academy Award nominations and iconic roles throughout her extensive career.
Price: $480.00
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KATHARINE HEPBURN - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 06/21/1984 - HFSID 44918Typed letter signed by Katharine Hepburn discusses the authenticity of her signature, dated June 21, 1984. The letter, on her personal stationery, includes her signature as "Katharine Hepburn" and contains a message about dedication. An unsigned black and white photograph accompanies the letter.
Price: $400.00
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KATHARINE HEPBURN - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 11/15/1990 - HFSID 274625Typed letter signed by Katharine Hepburn, dated November 15, 1990, addressed to "Dear Bob Allen," expressing gratitude for a card. Signed with "K. Hepburn," the letter showcases her personal touch and connection with friends.
Price: $320.00
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KATHARINE HEPBURN - TYPED LETTER TWICE SIGNED 07/15/1993 - HFSID 251970Typed letter features two signatures from Katharine Hepburn, reading "K. Hepburn" and "Katharine Hepburn", sent to a fan on her personal stationery. Dated July 15, 1993, it discusses her autobiography Me: Stories of My Life.
Sale Price $425.00
$500.00
