Photograph, Press - Glen Campbell, "True Grit"
Object number2013.020.03
Date1969
MediumPaper, Ink
Dimensions8 x 10 in. (20.3 x 25.4 cm)
Credit LineOld State House Museum Collection
DescriptionA photograph of Billstown, Arkansas native Glen Campbell during the production of the 1969 film "True Grit".Glen Campbell (1936- ) was born in Billstown, near Delight in Pike County, Arkansas. He is a country music singer, television host, and actor. Campbell left Arkansas as a teenager to pursue a career in music. He appeared in 14 films and TV series. He is best known as an actor for his role in the 1969 movie "True Grit" and as the host of the TV variety show “The Glen Campbell Good Time Hour" (1969-1971). "True Grit" co-star John Wayne is said to have handpicked Campbell for the role. Campbell was nominated for two Golden Globes for his performances in “True Grit” and “The Glen Campbell Good Time Hour.”
A photograph of Billstown (Pike County), Arkansas native Glen Campbell. The black and white film still features Campbell wearing a corduroy shirt and jacket looking out of the frame to the right. A cowboy hat, quilt, and basket are placed in the background. The publicity photograph is from the Paramount Pictures, Inc. production of "True Grit" from 1969.
Status
Not on view
