FRANK SINATRA & JOE LOUIS - Rare 1961 Autograph Miami Fountainebleau Signed MENU

Description: Francis Albert Sinatra (1915–1998) was an American singer and actor.Authentic 1961 "Fountainebleau" Proudly Presents Frank Sinatra menu.signed in-person by show attendee Heavyweight Boxing Champion "Joe Louis" aka "The Brown Bomber" and the star of the show "Frank Sinatra" "Frank Sinatra and his association with the Fontainebleau" Frank Sinatra performed at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach in multiple ways, including: Performing at the La Ronde nightclub: Sinatra often performed at the hotel's nightclub. Filming The Frank Sinatra Timex Show: Welcome Home Elvis: Sinatra videotaped the ABC television special at the Fontainebleau in March 1960. The special aired on May 12, 1960 and featured a duet between Sinatra and Elvis Presley. It was the top-rated show of the year and Sinatra's top-rated television appearance of his career. Filming movies: Sinatra filmed movies at the Fontainebleau, including A Hole in the Head, Tony Rome, and Lady in Cement. Vacationing: Sinatra vacationed at the hotel. Sinatra was a frequent visitor to the Fontainebleau during the height of his career in the late 1950s. He loved entertaining at the hotel. Joseph Louis Barrow (May 13, 1914 – April 12, 1981) was an American professional boxer who competed from 1934 to 1951. Nicknamed "The Brown Bomber", Louis is widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential boxers of all time. He reigned as the world heavyweight champion from 1937 until his temporary retirement in 1949. He was victorious in 25 consecutive title defenses, a record for all weight classes. Louis has the longest single reign as champion of any boxer in history. Louis's cultural impact was felt well outside the ring. He is widely regarded as the first African-American to achieve the status of a nationwide hero within the United States, and was also a focal point of anti-Nazi sentiment leading up to and during World War II because of his historic rematch with German boxer Max Schmeling in 1938. He was instrumental in integrating the game of golf, helping break the sport's color barrier in America by appearing under a sponsor's exemption in a PGA event in 1952. , ******** Francis Albert Sinatra (December 12, 1915 – May 14, 1998) was an American singer and actor. Nicknamed the "Chairman of the Board" and later called "Ol' Blue Eyes," he is regarded as one of the most popular entertainers of the mid-20th century. Sinatra is among the world's best-selling music artists, with an estimated 150 million record sales globally. Born to Italian immigrants in Hoboken, New Jersey, Sinatra began his musical career in the swing era and was greatly influenced by the easy-listening vocal style of Bing Crosby. He found success as a solo artist after signing with Columbia Records in 1943, becoming the idol of the "bobby soxers". In 1946, Sinatra released his debut album, The Voice of Frank Sinatra. He then signed with Capitol Records and released several albums with arrangements by Nelson Riddle, notably In the Wee Small Hours (1955) and Songs for Swingin' Lovers! (1956). In 1960, Sinatra left Capitol Records to start his own record label, Reprise Records, releasing a string of successful albums. He collaborated with Count Basie on Sinatra-Basie: An Historic Musical First (1962) and It Might as Well Be Swing (1964). In 1965, he recorded the retrospective album September of My Years and starred in the Emmy-winning television special Frank Sinatra: A Man and His Music. After releasing Sinatra at the Sands in early 1966, Sinatra recorded one of his most famous collaborations with Tom Jobim, Francis Albert Sinatra & Antonio Carlos Jobim. It was followed by 1968's Francis A. & Edward K. with Duke Ellington. Sinatra retired in 1971 following the release of "My Way" but came out of retirement two years later. He recorded several albums and released "New York, New York" in 1980. Sinatra also forged a highly successful career as a film actor. After winning the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for From Here to Eternity (1953), he starred in The Man with the Golden Arm (1955) and The Manchurian Candidate (1962). Sinatra also appeared in musicals such as On the Town (1949), Guys and Dolls (1955), High Society (1956), and Pal Joey (1957), which won him a Golden Globe Award. Toward the end of his career, he frequently played detectives, including the title character in Tony Rome (1967). Sinatra received the Golden Globe Cecil B. DeMille Award in 1971. On television, The Frank Sinatra Show began on CBS in 1950, and he continued to make appearances on television throughout the 1950s and 1960s. In 1983, Sinatra was honored at the Kennedy Center Honors. He was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1985 and the Congressional Gold Medal in 1997. Sinatra received eleven Grammy Awards, including the Grammy Trustees Award, Grammy Legend Award, and the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. He was included in Time magazine's compilation of the 20th century's 100 most influential people. American music critic Robert Christgau called him "the greatest singer of the 20th century" and he continues to be regarded as an iconic figure. Lot includes: Authentic 1960/61 "Fountainebleau" Proudly Presents Frank Sinatra dinner show menu.Signed in-person by show attendee Heavyweight Boxing Champion "Joe Louis" aka "The Brown Bomber" and the star of the show "Frank Sinatra"measures approximately 13” x 8.75” laid open. somes creases, toning from age. Announcment for the upcoming "Dean Martin" show at the LaRonde Theater in the hotelprinted on the back cover. Overall in Very good condition.Acquired as part of a collection back in the early 90's from a California Auction house.A wonderful addition to any Collection.I will provide a COA. I am a lifetime 45 year collector, I am a retired Hollywood auction prop assessor, catalog writer, authenticator & fanboy. I have been selling original, signature, props & collectibles eBay for over 25 yearsand direct market over 30 yrs.Please ask ALL questions as..Item is Sold as is, All Sales are FinalThank you for your patience and understanding.Comes from a SMOKE FREE & PET FREE HOME, PLEASE ask all questions before bidding.PAYMENT MUST BE RECEIVED IN 3 DAYS.

Price: 1425 USD

Location: Garden Grove, California

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