Photograph, Press - Dick Powell, "Johnny O'Clock"
Object number2013.050.14
Date1947
MediumPaper, Ink
Dimensions8 x 10 in. (20.3 x 25.4 cm)
Credit LineOld State House Museum Collection
DescriptionPress photograph of Dick Powell from the movie "Johnny O'Clock." Richard "Dick" Ewing Powell was a singer, actor, director, and producer who was born on November 14, 1904, in Mountain View (Stone County), Arkansas. Powell attended Little Rock College (now known as the University of Arkansas at Little Rock) before starting his entertainment career. Although initially his primary interest was in music, Powell got his big break after emceeing at movie houses and he was picked up by Warner Brothers. However, Powell found little success until his fifth film, "Forty Second Street." Powell went on to star in over 70 films and TV series. He directed five films and produced seven films and TV series. Powell also hosted the successful radio program "Hollywood Hotel" and the TV show "The Dick Powell Show." Powell died January 2, 1963, from cancer.
A photograph from "Johnny O'Clock", a film starring Arkansas native Dick Powell. The black and white image features Powell and co-star Ellen Drew. Powell is wearing a suit, bowtie, and a button on his jacket. "Johnny O'Clock" was produced by J.E.M. Productions in 1947. Powell played the lead role of Johnny O'Clock, a junior partner at a casino. Powell was born in Mountain View.
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