MGM’s 25th anniversary luncheon, 1949
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And there’s Lassie in the middle far right corner. By 1949 his films were starting to wan and he was off the lot soon thereafter, so I’m very happy to see him still included here. Yes, “he.” Although Lassie (call name Pal) usually played a female, he was actually a very handsome male collie. Have seen other MGM luncheon shots that included Lassie, but not this one til now. He started my love for the breed. Thank you for this historic pic! Jean
What was served, and who was sitting next to Gene Kelly?
You can watch a 10-minute video of the day on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L92-6mEwlzE
Gene appears at 5.40 sitting next to Deborah Kerr.
What are all the names of these actors and actresses?
There’s probably a list of names floating out there on the internet. There is this 5-minute film of the luncheon on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JPtq_TP1NRg
Do you know the name of the song playing in the background in the 10 minute version of this video?
Which video are you referring to, Matthew?
What was the day and month of this luncheon?
It took place on February 16, 1949.
Other sources say the luncheon took place on June 23, 1949.
Yes, I’ve seen more than one date for this event.