Venture Boldly
I have recently been hesitant to engage in blogging due to my anxiety surrounding the anticipated arrival of the lobby card for “Around the World in 80 Minutes.” Before delving into that, however, I would like to share the story of how I discovered this elusive reproduction lobby card featuring Duke Kahanamoku. Late last month, … Read more
In 1999, Surfer Magazine honored Duke Kahanamoku by featuring him on the cover and declaring him the “Surfer of the Century,” a commendation I find truly remarkable. I was unaware of this magazine’s existence until I stumbled upon an article in another surfing publication. My subsequent online search revealed only a few copies available, priced … Read more
As I flipped through a treasure trove of ancient snaps from the 1950’s one photo jumped out at me like a peacock in a chicken coop—it was the Roman Holiday of 1959! I made my grand entrance on March 9, 1959, strutting my stuff at the American International Toy Fair in New York City, thanks … Read more
