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August 11, 2009 was a truly great day for family, friends, and fans of Red Skelton. The United States Postal Service issued an official 44 cent stamp honoring Red Skelton’s extraordinary life, and his career that spanned more than seventy years of clean, wholesome family entertainment. Red Skelton starred on radio for 14 years, on television for 20 years, and in 28 movies. He composed over 8,000 musical compositions, including 64 symphonies. He authored over 4,000 short stories and full length books. He created some of the most outstanding artwork of his generation. His paintings, drawings and prints will soon be on permanent display at the Red Skelton Art Museum, adjacent to The Red Skelton Performing Arts Center, on the Vincennes University campus in Indiana, where Red Skelton’s boyhood home still stands. Accepting the honor at the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences in Hollywood, was Mrs. Lothian Skelton, widow of Red Skelton, whose philanthropic efforts on behalf of preserving and advancing the legacy of her late husband, have led to an ongoing study and renewed appreciation of his unique, groundbreaking contributions to the field of entertainment. |
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Escorting Mrs. Skelton to the ceremonies, was long time family friend
Dr. William Mett, who spoke about Mr. Skelton’s comedic genius, his
exceptional fine art, and his positive impact on past, present and
future generations. Among the guests speaking at the presentation were: Carl Reiner, June Lockhart, and Jane Meadows (widow of Steve Allen), each of whom added their own unique “insider” perspectives on the Golden Age of American television. All of us who knew and loved Red Skelton are truly moved by the acknowledgement that grows with each passing year, of the contributions of this extraordinarily talented individual who helped shape the American character and personality. Pablo Picasso said that he spent his entire life trying to recapture the innocence and sensitivity that he had as a child. Red Skelton never lost it. |
The Red Skelton Estate
released two art pieces, not previously published, on August 12, 2009.
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Just ReleasedPledge of Allegiance
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