Costume, "Annie Oakley" - Gail Davis
Object number2013.129.02
Dimensions43 1/2 in. (110.5 cm)
Bust- 34 in
Credit LineOld State House Museum Collection
DescriptionCostume designed by celebrity designer, Nudie, and worn by Arkansas native, Gail Davis who played Annie Oakley on television. Davis wore the costume at personal appearances after the end of the show. Gail Davis was born Betty Jeanne Grayson on October 25, 1925, in Little Rock, Arkansas, and raised in McGehee, Arkansas. She is best known as TV's "Annie Oakley" and was the first woman to have her own western series. Upon her arrival in Hollywood, Davis began playing small roles in films and television. Western star Gene Autry recognized Gail as "the perfect western heroine" and cast her as the female lead in 15 of his Columbia films and 28 TV episodes of "The Gene Autry Show." Davis went on to star in 81 episodes of her own TV series, "Annie Oakley." Davis has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Davis died March 15, 1997.
Gold fringed western costume, button down, long sleeved shirt and skirt. The fringe is a darker shade of gold and has rhinestones. The shirt has mother of pearl inlay snap buttons and a collar.
Status
On view
