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Costume Worn by Joel Grey in the Final Episode of Dallas, 1991
Estimate: $500-$700
Sold
$250
Live Auction
Master of Ceremonies: The Joel Grey Collection
Description
Costume Worn by Joel Grey in the Final Episode of Dallas, 1991
Costume ensemble comprised of a red tuxedo jacket, red tuxedo shirt with gold-tone studs and cufflinks, a red bow tie, and a red silk pocket square. Worn by Joel Grey as 'Adam' in Dallas; Season 14, Episode 23, "Conundrum"; 1991.
Features "Cortroneo Costume / 1655 N. Highland Ave. Hollywood 90028 / Mr. Joel Gray" tag in interior breast pocket.
Costumes designed by Ed Johnson and Ed Paolo; costume from Cotroneo and Mr. Alex.
The Collection of Joel Grey
Condition
Condition: The overall condition is excellent. Very light signs of wear & age. Retains all cufflinks & studs.Everything is sold 'As Is’. The stated overall condition of the lot is based on the assumption that the wear is consistent with age and use. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. All other condition issues are stated above. To request additional working condition photos, please email couturecr@hindmanauctions.com with the lot number. Condition is a matter of opinion of the evaluator and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Clients must review and agree to the Conditions of Sale before participating in an auction.
Provenance
Lot EssayA close friend of Mr. Grey's for years, legendary actor Larry Hagman portrayed J.R. Ewing in Dallas in all 357 episodes of the original show from 1978 to 1991. In the melodramatic series finale, J.R. Ewing is visited by a spirit (played by Mr. Grey) who shows him what life would be like without him around; this spirit ends up being a devil and (potentially) convinces J.R. to kill himself. Joel recalled that Larry called him one day and said: "They have a script where they want you to kill me. And I said 'I'll do it -- I love you, but I'll do it!'".