“Why does the press hate me?” That’s the first thing Barbra Streisand ever said to me. What I told her led to one of the most fascinating—and tumultuous—interviews of my career.
This heartthrob with girl next door looks has her first U.S. hit in Summer 2007's comedy Superbad. But did you know that Martha MacIsaac was already a household name in her native Canada? An exclusive Autograph interview.
Over 100,000 fans and collectors converged at San Diego's 2007 Comic-Con International.
Good Morning America’s iconic film critic Joel Siegel was a friend of the millions of Americans who had coffee with him five days a week. And he was my hero.
What makes collectors toss and turn at night over getting that one autograph? When does it become an obsession? Delve into the psychology of collecting.
Joe Maddelena doesn’t mince words—he calls it like he sees it. One of the major players in the autograph and entertainment memorabilia market, we sat down with Joe and asked him about collecting, investing and his business. Some of his answers will surprise you. But his autographs and memorabilia will delight you.
Looking for something more special than an autograph? Many celebrities will draw a self-portrait for you—if you know how to ask.
Desperate Housewives' Marcia Cross never leaves you begging for an autograph. Read about her journey to Wisteria Lane.
My head-banging quest to get the stars of 1979's hit comedy The In-Laws to sign.
As the reference model for Disney's Tinker Bell, Margaret Kerry brought the small pixie to life through her energetic pantomimes. Autograph interviews the spritely Kerry, who tells us about what it's like to go through life as Tinker Bell's alter-ego.
One of the most remarkable voices in recording history, Luciano Pavarotti blew the dust off opera and made tenors as famous as rock stars. "...if the public one day says, 'Mr. Pavarotti, it's time you go,' will I go." But the world only yelled "Encore!"
Hannibal Lecter; Adolf Hitler; Stevens the butler in The Remains of the Day. Anthony Hopkins has proven he can play any role he takes like no one else can. Larry Grobel reveals what it was like to get to know one of his favorite actors of all time. But he’s left with one nagging question: should he accept Hopkins’ dinner invitation?
As the “Iceberg,” Anita Ekberg was hot
Henry Fonda’s been gone for more than 25 years, yet the man is still considered one of the greatest actors ever and remains a household name. Larry Grobel was the last person to interview Fonda, two months before his death. Fonda shared things he had never discussed in an interview before. A story, and autographs, you don’t want to miss.
They may be gone, but their signatures remain. Most cowboy stars of the golden era of B-Westerns were great signers. So saddle up, start a collection and lasso their mostly affordable autographs.
From film, radio and television to a USO ambassador making a record 60 visits to war zones, honorary mayor of Hollywood Johnny Grant lived a life full of excitement.
The sold-out, three-concert series in Las Vegas, complete with a meet-and-greet, was more than one collector could have imagined. For the Osmonds, a fan is family.
The Oscar-nominated actor was on his way to becoming one of the greatest.
Heart attacks, drugs, suicides and murder have plagued pro wrestlers, making 2007 an even more fatal year than usual for the wrestling industry.
Collectors love Kathleen Hughes' three-dimensional qualities.
Follow a reader on his journey through Iowa to get autographs before the Iowa Caucus.
Signed photos of the beautiful French actress Corinne Calvet are available at reasonable prices.
Actor and model, screenwriter and producer—Johnathon Schaech cuts his own path to success in Hollywood.
World War II made stars of heroes and heroes of stars.
Lawrence Grobel reminisces about getting to know the talented Jodie Foster. She even signed for him as Clarice Starling.
An Autograph reader on his two decades of meeting the stars of the hit 1960s TV cult classic.
One of the most beloved stars of the 20th century, Judy Garland’s signature is one of the most erratic and consequently most difficult to authenticate.
Ava Gardner—stunning actress, stellar signer.
March’s Hollywood Collectors Show in Chicago was a nostalgic bonanza for TV & Movie fans.
In one of his last interviews, Heston reflects on his blockbuster of a life.
Mara Corday—Girl next door becomes cult film queen.
Mamie Van Doren—still sexy and signing.
Here's Looking at You, Bogie!
Humphrey Bogart captivated Hollywood with his suave, no-nonsense characters. But while he was a great in-person signer, forgeries and secretary-signed Bogart autographs abound. Keep the bogus Bogies out of your collection by learning the tricks to identifying the real deal. An Autograph magazine signature study.
More than 15 years and 100 signatures later, a challenge to fill a defective signature book has created one of my favorite pieces in my collection.
Larry Grobel shares another page from his autograph album.
The work and inspiration of the father of dynamation.
Checking in with four popular ’80s bands. They’re still making music—and signing autographs!
The unforgettable Rhonda Fleming.
Jesse Ventura is back with a new book—and he’s out to go 12 rounds with elephants and donkeys.
How to appraise your collection yourself and what you should know before you buy and sell.