Photograph, Jimmy Wakely

 
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Photo, Jimmy Wakely
Photograph, Jimmy Wakely
Photo, Jimmy Wakely
Photo, Jimmy Wakely

Photograph, Jimmy Wakely

Object number2013.039.01
MediumPaper, Ink
Dimensions10 x 8 in. (25.4 x 20.3 cm)
Credit LineOld State House Museum Collection
DescriptionA press photograph of Mineola, Arkansas native Jimmy Wakely.

James Clarence Wakeley, better known as Jimmy Wakely, was born in Mineola, Howard County, Arkansas on February 16, 1914. He was a country western singer and actor. From 1930s-1950s, he released records, appeared in several western movies with most major studios, appeared on radio and television, and had his own series of comic books. He appeared in over 65 films and TV episodes. Wakely died on September 23, 1982 in California.

The photograph features a black and white image of Wakely in western wear, gun holster, scarf, gloves, and cowboy hat. Set upon a leafy background, he is leaning upon a wooden fence and petting a horse.
Status
Not on view