Pearl Bailey Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
PEARL BAILEY
Born: March 29, 1918 in Newport News, Virginia
Died: August 17, 1990 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Pearl Bailey was born on March 29, 1918, in Newport News, Virginia and she was an American actress, singer and comedian.
She began her performing career in her teenage years, singing in nightclubs. During the 1940s, she performed in New York’s Apollo Theater. Bailey's recording career began in the 1940s with Columbia Records. In 1954, Bailey made her Broadway debut in House of Flowers, a musical by Truman Capote and Harold Arlen. One of her most prominent stage roles came in the all-Black production of Hello, Dolly! in 1967, for which she won a special Tony Award. She also appeared in films such as Carmen Jones (1954), Porgy and Bess (1959), and St. Louis Blues (1958). Bailey frequently appeared on television from the 1950s through the 1980s, including on The Ed Sullivan Show, The Pearl Bailey Show (1971), and various guest appearances on variety and talk programs.
In 1975, she was appointed as a special ambassador to the United Nations by President Gerald Ford. Pearl Bailey was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1988. In addition to her entertainment career, Bailey earned a degree in theology from Georgetown University in 1985. She also authored several books, including an autobiography The Raw Pearl (1968) and Between You and Me (1989), a book of advice and reflections.
She began her performing career in her teenage years, singing in nightclubs. During the 1940s, she performed in New York’s Apollo Theater. Bailey's recording career began in the 1940s with Columbia Records. In 1954, Bailey made her Broadway debut in House of Flowers, a musical by Truman Capote and Harold Arlen. One of her most prominent stage roles came in the all-Black production of Hello, Dolly! in 1967, for which she won a special Tony Award. She also appeared in films such as Carmen Jones (1954), Porgy and Bess (1959), and St. Louis Blues (1958). Bailey frequently appeared on television from the 1950s through the 1980s, including on The Ed Sullivan Show, The Pearl Bailey Show (1971), and various guest appearances on variety and talk programs.
In 1975, she was appointed as a special ambassador to the United Nations by President Gerald Ford. Pearl Bailey was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1988. In addition to her entertainment career, Bailey earned a degree in theology from Georgetown University in 1985. She also authored several books, including an autobiography The Raw Pearl (1968) and Between You and Me (1989), a book of advice and reflections.
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Hello,-Dolly! - Performer (November 6, 1975 - December 28, 1975), Hello,-Dolly! - Performer (January 16, 1964 - December 27, 1970), House-of-Flowers - Performer (December 30, 1954 - May 21, 1955), Bless-You-All - Performer (December 13, 1950 - February 24, 1951), Arms-and-the-Girl - Performer (February 2, 1950 - May 27, 1950), St.-Louis-Woman - Performer (March 30, 1946 - July 6, 1946)
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PEARL BAILEY - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED - HFSID 27132Autograph note signed by Pearl Bailey, reading "To Bill/ God Bless/Pearl Bailey," on a 5x3 card. Bailey, a jazz singer and Broadway star, debuted in St. Louis Woman and is known for her performances in Hello, Dolly! and other films.Price: $120.00
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PEARL BAILEY - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED - HFSID 166710Card signed by Pearl Bailey includes the inscription "To Rainer/with Love/Pearl Bailey". Bailey, known for her work in jazz and Broadway, made her debut in St. Louis Woman and starred in Hello, Dolly!.
Sale Price $105.00
$120.00
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PEARL BAILEY - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED - HFSID 224815Card signed by Pearl Bailey, inscribed "To Gregor/All Love/Pearl Bailey". Bailey, a renowned jazz singer and Broadway star, made her debut in St. Louis Woman and gained fame for her roles in Hello, Dolly! and other films.
Price: $100.00
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PEARL BAILEY - AUTOGRAPH SENTIMENT SIGNED - HFSID 143Card signed by Pearl Bailey includes her sentiment, "love/Pearl Bailey." A printed picture is affixed at the top corner. Bailey, a renowned jazz singer and Broadway star, made significant contributions to music and theater throughout her career.
Price: $100.00
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PEARL BAILEY - AUTOGRAPH SENTIMENT SIGNED - HFSID 24662Card signed by Pearl Bailey includes the inscription, "All my love/Pearl Bailey". Bailey, a jazz singer and Broadway star, gained acclaim for her performances in musicals like St. Louis Woman and Hello, Dolly!.
Sale Price $85.00
$100.00
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PEARL BAILEY - AUTOGRAPH SENTIMENT SIGNED 06/26/1948 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 143568Album leaf signed by Pearl Bailey and Pamela Brown, with Bailey writing "My best/Pearl Bailey" and Brown signing "Pamela/Brown" on the verso. Dated "26-6-48," it captures notable Broadway and film personalities.
Price: $100.00
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PEARL BAILEY - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 287489Inscribed photograph of Pearl Bailey, depicting her as a young maid carrying a serving tray, is signed with the inscription, "To Dominick/All the best/Sincerely,/Pearl". Bailey, a Tony Award winner, had a significant career in jazz and Broadway.
Price: $280.00
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PEARL BAILEY - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 294640Photograph inscribed and signed: "To my dearest/adah/In all love/Pearl". It features Pearl Bailey in a colorful red and gold outfit, showcasing her as a jazz singer and Broadway star, recognized for her significant contributions to entertainment.
Sale Price $215.00
$260.00
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PEARL BAILEY - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 317166Photograph of Pearl Bailey seated and smiling, inscribed and signed with "Dear Barry/God love you/Love Pearl Bailey." Bailey, a renowned jazz singer and Broadway star, is known for her performances in St. Louis Woman and Carmen Jones.
Price: $200.00
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PEARL BAILEY - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 341335Photograph of Pearl Bailey, signed in blue ink with the inscription "Pearl/Bailey". Known for her Broadway performances in Hello, Dolly! and St. Louis Woman, she earned a special Tony Award in 1968.
Price: $320.00
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PEARL BAILEY - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 153389Photograph of Pearl Bailey, a Jazz and Broadway star, signed with "Regards/Pearl." Bailey, known for her performances in St. Louis Woman and Hello, Dolly!, debuted on Broadway in 1946 and earned a special Tony Award in 1968.
Price: $320.00
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PEARL BAILEY - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 296455Photograph signed: "Love is All/Pearl Bailey", depicting Pearl Bailey gazing over her shoulder while wearing a hat and vest. Bailey, a renowned jazz singer and Broadway star, made significant contributions to music and theater throughout her career.
Sale Price $165.00
$200.00
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PEARL BAILEY - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 186740Photograph of Pearl Bailey shows her in a black blouse with a tiara. It is signed with the inscription "Love/Pearl". Bailey, a renowned jazz singer and Broadway star, gained acclaim for her performances in musicals like Hello, Dolly! and St. Louis Woman.
Sale Price $165.00
$200.00
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PEARL BAILEY - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 186743Photograph signed "Love/Pearl" by Pearl Bailey, a renowned jazz singer and Broadway star. Known for her performances in St. Louis Woman and Hello, Dolly!, she earned significant accolades including a special Tony Award and the Medal of Freedom.
Price: $200.00
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PEARL BAILEY - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 186745Photograph signed: "Love/Pearl." Pearl Bailey, a jazz singer and Broadway star, is known for her roles in Hello, Dolly! and St. Louis Woman. She received a special Tony Award and was awarded the Medal of Freedom in 1988.
Sale Price $165.00
$200.00
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PEARL BAILEY - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 37261Photograph of Pearl Bailey shows her resting her head on her right hand while wearing a diamond heart tiara. It is signed with the inscription "Love Pearl Bailey". Bailey was a renowned jazz singer and Broadway star.
Price: $200.00
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PEARL BAILEY - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 45332Photograph of Pearl Bailey, depicting her resting her head on her right hand while wearing a diamond heart tiara, is signed "All Love Pearl" in black ink. Bailey was a celebrated jazz singer and Broadway star.
Price: $200.00
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PEARL BAILEY - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 45336Photograph signed: "Love/Pearl Bailey" by Pearl Bailey. The internationally acclaimed jazz singer and actress, known for her role in Hello, Dolly!, is recognized for winning a special Tony Award in 1967.
Price: $200.00
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PEARL BAILEY - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 45554Photograph signed: "Love/Pearl", depicting Pearl Bailey receiving an honorary degree. Bailey, a renowned jazz singer and Broadway star, made her debut in St. Louis Woman and is recognized for her performances in Hello, Dolly! and Carmen Jones.
Sale Price $165.00
$200.00
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PEARL BAILEY - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 45559Photograph signed: "Love/Pearl/Bailey." Pearl Bailey, a renowned jazz singer and Broadway star, is noted for her roles in Hello, Dolly! and St. Louis Woman. She received a special Tony Award and the Medal of Freedom in 1988.
Price: $200.00
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PEARL BAILEY - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 45576Photograph of Pearl Bailey shows her in a printed Kaftan, signed on the verso with the inscription, "Love Pearl Bailey." Bailey, a jazz singer and Broadway star, is known for her performances in St. Louis Woman and Hello, Dolly!
Sale Price $105.00
$120.00
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PEARL BAILEY - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 45685Photograph of Pearl Bailey, smiling while wearing a hat and resting her head in her hand, is signed with "Love/Pearl/Bailey." Bailey, a renowned jazz singer and Broadway star, is known for her performances in Hello, Dolly! and St. Louis Woman.
Price: $200.00
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PEARL BAILEY - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 45686Photograph of Pearl Bailey, a jazz singer and Broadway star, is signed with the inscription "Love/Pearl". Bailey is known for her performances in musicals like St. Louis Woman and Hello, Dolly!, and her acclaimed jazz renditions.
Price: $200.00
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PEARL BAILEY - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 47837Photograph of Pearl Bailey shows her in a black lace blouse, right profile with diamond hearts in her hair. Signed in blue ink with "Love Pearl Bailey". Bailey was a renowned jazz singer and Broadway star, known for her performances in musicals like Hello, Dolly!.
Price: $200.00
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PEARL BAILEY - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 47839Photograph of Pearl Bailey, showing a bust view in a white blouse and black hat, is signed with the inscription "Love Pearl Bailey" in black ink. Bailey, a renowned jazz singer and Broadway star, is recognized for her significant contributions to the arts.
Sale Price $105.00
$120.00
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PEARL BAILEY - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 47842Photograph of Pearl Bailey shows her resting her head on her right hand while wearing a diamond heart tiara. It is signed with the inscription, "Love Pearl Bailey" in blue felt tip. Bailey was a renowned jazz singer and Broadway star.
Sale Price $165.00
$200.00
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PEARL BAILEY - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 80871Photograph of Pearl Bailey shows her in a white dress with diamond hearts in her hair, signed in black ink with the inscription "Love Pearl Bailey". Bailey, a celebrated jazz singer and Broadway star, gained fame in musicals like St. Louis Woman and Hello, Dolly!.
Sale Price $165.00
$200.00
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PEARL BAILEY - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 89015Photograph of Pearl Bailey shows her in a white blouse, vest, and black hat, signing "All Love/Pearl Bailey" in black ink. Bailey, a jazz singer and Broadway star, debuted in St. Louis Woman and won a special Tony Award.
Price: $200.00
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PEARL BAILEY - DOCUMENT SIGNED 07/17/1945 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 145093Document. Pearl Bailey signs a typed document waiving claims to royalties on Columbia V-disc recordings of her songs "Tired" and "Fifteen Years" for the US armed forces, dated July 17, 1945. Also signed by Kenneth E. Raine.
Price: $460.00
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PEARL BAILEY - INSCRIBED ADVERTISEMENT SIGNED - HFSID 19022Promotional flyer inscribed and signed: "To Edward/In all love/Pearl", advertising Pearl Bailey's performance in Hello, Dolly! at the Kennedy Center Opera House from December 30, 1975, to January 24, 1976. Includes a signed photo reproduction of Bailey as "Dolly."
Price: $320.00
