Glossy 7.75 x 10 photo of Kennedy wearing a top hat, affixed to a 7.75 x 12.75 mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in fountain pen, “For Milton Berle—with warm personal regards, John F. Kennedy.” Irregular toning to the mount and scattered surface creases to the photo, otherwise fine condition; the current photograph has been permanently affixed to replace a blemished image of Berle with Kennedy. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA, as well as a variety of related accompaniments, including a sympathy card on the assassination of JFK, two telegrams from Ted Kennedy to Berle, a TLS from Evelyn Lincoln to Berle thanking him for a campaign contribution, ten magazines depicting the Kennedys sent to Berle’s home address, and six photos of Berle. A great association between the two men showing Kennedy’s close connection with Hollywood—Berle participated in many fundraisers for JFK’s campaign and performed at his Inaugural Gala, along with the likes of Frank Sinatra, Peter Lawford, Bette Davis, Nat King Cole, and Ella Fitzgerald. RR Auction COA.
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