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The series of articles that will hereby commence are not in any way, shape, or form intended to “explain” Forrest J Ackerman. It would be futile for anyone to attempt such a feat, let alone one who personally knew the man a scant two years. Even that seems uncertain to me because, in retrospect, I… [Continue Reading]
FM had the honor of witnessing one of Hollywood’s largest memorabilia auctions in history last week and included among the items for bid were Forry Ackerman’s personal collection of Hollywood memorabilia. Forry’s treasures, I have to say, could not have stood with better company. Curious as to the results of the auction? I’ve included the… [Continue Reading]
STEPHEN KING: The Nonfiction by Rocky Wood & Justin Brooks Stephen King: The Non-Fiction is over 600 PAGES in length, easily making it the most comprehensive review of Stephen King’s non-fiction works, many of which you’ve never read or even heard of before — and it even includes the complete text of a very rare… [Continue Reading]
Profiles in History will join American Cinematheque this weekend in Hollywood at the Egyptian Theater (6712 Hollywood Bloulevard) in honor of the late Forrest J Ackerman to offer a public sneak peak of some of Forry’s personal memorabilia to be auctioned at the Forry Ackerman Estate Profiles in History Spring Auction taking place April 30… [Continue Reading]
American Cinematheque will be holding a special tribute in celebration of the late Forrest J Ackerman, the man behind Famous Monsters of Filmland Magazine and who brought sci-fi into the mainstream, at the Egyptian Theatre (6712 Hollywood Bloulevard) in Los Angeles, California. Uncle Forry, as he became known to all of us in the genre… [Continue Reading]
Most of you have already heard. When I first received the press release I was hesitant to post the auction news though I imagine it would have circulated worldwide by the end of the fifth hour. Forry Ackerman’s massive horror and sci-fi collection, highlighted by Bela Lugosi’s Dracula ring and the cape he wore in… [Continue Reading]
Our friends at Dark Discoveries Magazine have put together something very special in remembrance of the late Forry Ackerman that I’d like to share with you. It’s a true testament to the love that Forry shared with all of us, and a definite must-add to anyone’s collection. Additionally, Dark Discoveries will debut their first Hardcover… [Continue Reading]
As the news about Forry’s passing away from Friday’s announcement is still setting in, we at Famous Monsters of Filmland continue to wish Forry’s family, friends, and fans our deepest condolences. I also have a few words from Forry’s long time friends, James Warren and Verne Langdon. James Warren: “This will be one funeral I… [Continue Reading]
As we knew already, Forry J Ackerman’s health has not been at its strongest as of late. As his physical health deteriorated however, we will remember Forry as being still, the same, Godfather of the Monster Kids, through his final moment. Forry died Thursday of heart failure at his Los Angeles home. Born November 24,… [Continue Reading]
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