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Wanted: anyone in Pittsburgh area who knew/met Nelson Eddy or Jeanette MacDonald

Jeanette MacDonald & Nelson Eddy in Rose MarieFor a documentary film about the lives of 1930s movie stars/singers Jeanette MacDonald and Nelson Eddy, I’d like to hear from anyone, particularly in the Pittsburgh area, who might have known or seen Nelson and Jeanette. This would include hearing them in local concerts, opera or nightclubs, anyone knowing them personally (especially since Jeanette was a Philly native and Nelson spent his teenage and early adults years in Philly and singing around Pennsylvania). I’m looking for friends, fans, co-workers, family and/or lovers…and annonymity is assured, if you prefer. Anyone whose parents or grandparents might have had a connection, particularly in Pittsburgh, should also contact me. Any help or leads will be appreciated, you can email me at sharonrich@aol.com. I was a good friend of Jeanette’s older sister Blossom (the 3rd MacDonald sister Elsie had a dance school in Upper Darby) and am the author of a duo-biography of the team, “Sweethearts,” in which I candidly discuss their off-screen romance. My website is: www.maceddy.com and you can also read the first chapter of “Sweetheartsâ€Â? at this link. Thanks for any help you can provide!

Jeanette MacDonald & Nelson Eddy Fans…we are calling you–oo–oo!

Jeanette MacDonald & Nelson Eddy in Rose MarieJoin us in Houston, PA on Saturday, May 20 for a Mac/Eddy afternoon! Our fan club event will include film clips, a Q&A session and a book signing with Sharon Rich, author of “Sweethearts” (the duo biography that discusses the team’s controversial off-screen romance) and several other books about MGM’s singing stars.

When: Saturday, May 20. Time: 1-4 pm. Refreshments served. Admission: $10.

Address: 405 Linda Lane, in Houston, PA, which is about 30 miles south of Pittsburgh in Washington County.

Directions: Route 79 South – Take Exit 41, turn Right
(Route 79 North – Take Exit 41, turn Left
Go to red light. Turn right on West Pike Street, go 1/2 mile
Turn Left onto McGovern Road and go thru 3 Stop Signs
Turn Right onto Linda Lane, go to top of hill. (405 Linda Lane)

Contact Barry Wood for directions only: 724-745-7713.

Tickets available at the door or at www.maceddy.com. For more information, visit the website. You can also read the first chapter of “Sweethearts” at this link.