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Clark Gable collection compiled by Lyn Tornabene
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Description
The Clark Gable collection compiled by Lyn Tornabene spans the years 1901-1978 and encompasses 3
linear feet. The material consists of research files, photographs, audio tape recordings, and other
material related to Tornabene's biography of Clark Gable, "Long Live the King."
Background
Clark Gable (1901-1960) was an American actor active from 1931 to 1960. Gable starred in such films as
MUTINY ON THE BOUNTY (1935) and GONE WITH THE WIND (1939). He was nominated for three Academy Awards and
won in the best actor category for IT HAPPENED ONE NIGHT (1934).
Extent
3 linear feet of papers.
Restrictions
Property rights to the physical object belong to the Margaret Herrick Library. Researchers are
responsible for obtaining all necessary rights, licenses, or permissions from the appropriate companies
or individuals before quoting from or publishing materials obtained from the library.
Availability
Available by appointment only.