Photoplay (Jan-Jun 1959)

/ J / s' y READERS INC. FT continued A Swell Guy Even up here in Canada we hear of Mr. Hugh O'Brian's kind personal deeds. A friend of mine has a retarded child in the Del Mar Hospital. Hugh O'Brian, who happened to be visiting a friend in the same hospital, heard that this small child was going to have an operation and came down to see him. It helped this youngster and gave him courage when he needed it most. Don’t you agree Hugh is a shining light in the galaxy of stars? Isabelle Macwilliam Aylmer, Ontario Was It Judi? Could you settle a disagreement? In the movie "Auntie Marne,” who played the part of the blonde, snob girlfriend of Auntie Marne’s nephew? My friend says it was Judi Meredith of the George Burns television show. I say no. Who is right? Connie Smith Albany, N. Y. You re right, Connie. It wasn’t Judi Meredith; it was Joanna Barnes — Ed. Recognition for Kirk In the past few years I have written several times to tell you about the man I believe to be one of the most talented in Hollywood. He is Kirk Douglas, and it is my belief that until now he has never been given due reward for his outstanding contributions to the world of entertainment. In his recent film, “The Vikings,” he brought yet another character to the screen with superb color and realism. Carolyn Dublin Cottage Grove, Tenn. We thought you’d like to hear that Kirk’s just been voted the number-one box office star in England. — Ed. Elvis You’re Great Elvis, you’re the greatest, Your singing is the most. You’re sincere and also wonderful, You’re liked from coast to coast. Elvis, you’re a dreamboat. Your clothes are very keen, You’re the cutest living doll That I have ever seen. Your dancing is the coolest. Your acting’s beyond compare. In fact, you know, I also think Your voice is very rare. Just for Rick Ready to help others whenever he can, Interested in becoming a better man. Careful to do what’s best for all. Kidding around and having a hall. Never a harsh word for anyone. Everyone knows he’s a lot of fun, Lets loose when he's ready to sing a song, Sets everyone else to singing along. Ozzie’s his father, Harriet’s his mother. And David's a real swell guy for a brother. Now he’s a big star and with his guitar. Our boy Rick is sure to go far. Barbara Gauthney Paulsboro, N. J. He sure is — Ed. Target: Frankie Avalon I don't think you remember me, Frankie, for we met for only a short period of time in New York City, on New Year’s day. Y ou were appearing at Alan Freed’s Christmas Rock ’n’ Roll Show. My girlfriends and I were waiting outside the stage door from noon to six p.m. It was bitter cold, but it didn’t discourage us. You might say we set out on a mission to get your autograph no matter how long it took us. Inside the stage door we could see you on the telephone. You waved your hand as if to say, “Hello, girls.” The crowd of girls were screaming, pulling their hair, and some even fainting. We thought it was our chance to get your autograph hut it was too good to be true. The police told the crowd to keep moving, so my girlfriends and I crossed the street. You walked out with two other men to protect you from the howling, screaming mob that awaited you no more than half a block away. We saw you enter an Italian restaurant on the same block. We crossed the street and waited for you to come out. I was excited, but I was also afraid to ask you for your autograph till I said to myself, “Connie, this is your only chance. You’ve waited six long hours for his autograph — so ask him!” Y’ou walked calmly out of the restaurant and nervously I asked you for your autograph and you replied, “Of course.” I glanced at your electrifying eyes that were smiling and said to myself, “See, it was as easy as that.” My girlfriends, Adleen, Ginger and Barbara, were all in a trance all the way home. They were also very happy, as I was, for, after all, our mission was accomplished. Connie McKeever Brooklyn, N.Y. Good for you! — El). Just Imagine Jack Benny selling banjos Edward R. Murrow in a cigar factory Jayne Mansfield .... with an Italian haircut Dick Clark on “Grand Ole Opry” Pat Boone buying blue booties Jerry Lewis buying pink booties Fran Gei.lf.r Miami, Fla. Address your letters to Renders Inc., Photoplay, 205 E. 42nd Street, New York 17, New York. We regret that we are unable to return or reply to any letters not published in this column. If you leant to start a fan club or write to favorite stars, address them at their studios. — Ed. Who Are Your TV Favorites? See how they compare with the votes of the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences when they announce the EMMY AWARDS May 6, 10-11:30 P.M. EDT, on ISBC-TV | AWARD | [YOUR CHOICEl | WINNER | Most Outstanding Program Best Dramatic Series (hour or longer) Best Dramatic Series (less than hour) Best Comedy Series Best Musical or Variety Series Best Western Series Best Public Service Program Best Panel or Quiz Series Best Actor in a Drama Series Best Actress in a Drama Series Best Supporting Actor (dramatic) Best Supporting Actress (dramatic) Best Actor in Musical or Variety Best Actress in Musical or Variety Best Actor (comedy) Best Actress (comedy) Best Supporting Actor (comedy) Best Supporting Actress (comedy) 34 Louise Sacona Houma, La. ooc©<v»o©