Rotund motion picture actor and director (1887-1933). In 1921, at the peak of his fame, Arbuckle was accused of complicity in the death of actress Virginia Rappe after a wild party. He was acquitted of manslaughter, but the scandal ruined his career. Scarce bank check, 6.5 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Arbuckle, payable to Dr. Harry A. Goldberg for $525.00, July 24, 191[6]. A central vertical fold, through a single letter of signature, cancellation holes affecting several letters of signature, and some light soiling to top right corner, otherwise fine condition. This is the first Arbuckle check we have seen, signed during a time when Arbuckle was struggling with health and weight problems, as well as an addiction to morphine. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.
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