Harrisburg, PA: Stackpole Books, 1975. First Edition. Signed presentation copy from Rudy Vallee to fellow actor, Jim Backus, inscribed by the author: “To Jim, and again ‘Bless You!’ Rudy.” Illustrated. Memoirs of the singer and film actor. Fine in a torn and used dust jacket with some fading to the spine. Rudy Vallee began his career in show business as a saxophone player and singer and later became a band leader and radio personality. One of his most memorable performances was as J.B. Biggley in "How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" - both on Broadway and in film. In the book, Vallee reveals how his part in the film was initially offered to Jim Backus. Jim Backus was a veteran of stage, vaudeville, radio, film and television - the medium in which he is best remembered for being the voice of the cartoon character Mr. Magoo, and for his portrayal of Mr. Howell on Gilligan’s Island, as well as for his work on the popular series I Married Joan and The Jim Backus Show. His wife, Henny (Henriette Kay), co-starred with him on the television series Blondie and co-wrote with him Rocks on the Roof, What Are You Doing After the Orgy?, and Only When I Laugh.

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Bookseller: James Pepper Rare Books, Inc. (US)
Bookseller's Inventory #: 15364E
Title: Let the Chips Fall
Author: VALLEE, RUDY
Book Condition: Used
Publisher: Stackpole Books
Place of Publication: Harrisburg, PA
Date Published: 1975

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