American actor, screenwriter and director (1897-1936) who rose to fame during the silent film era and became a popular leading man known as ‘The Great Lover.’ His legendary breakthrough came in 1925 with his starring roles in The Merry Widow and The Big Parade. At the height of his career, Gilbert rivaled Rudolph Valentino as a box office draw. Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 MGM studio photo of Gilbert by Ruth Harriet Louise, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “Most sincerely, John Gilbert.” Reverse bears a photography credit stamp. In fine condition, with a couple of light creases to the upper left corner.
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