[Uncle Willie Pratt] (1932 - 2000). Promotional photograph for "Uncle Willie". Amusing photograph of the young entertainer known as "Cab Calloway's Shadow," in an enormous adult-sized white suit. . Uncredited. Label to verso, [printed]: "Music Corporation of America / Tower Petroleum Bldg. Dallas, Texas / Presents [typed:] UNCLE WILLIE [printed:] Please return this photo." 10 x 8 inches (25.5 x 20.7 cm). In fine condition.
Born in Dallas, TX, the young dancer/entertainer was highly praised by Al Jolson who said he had "the best timing I've ever seen" and became especially well known following his appearance with Cab Calloway in the Sensations of 1945.
[Uncle Willie Pratt] (1932 - 2000). Promotional photograph for "Uncle Willie". Amusing photograph of the young entertainer known as "Cab Calloway's Shadow," in an enormous adult-sized white suit. . Uncredited. Label to verso, [printed]: "Music Corporation of America / Tower Petroleum Bldg. Dallas, Texas / Presents [typed:] UNCLE WILLIE [printed:] Please return this photo." 10 x 8 inches (25.5 x 20.7 cm). In fine condition.
Born in Dallas, TX, the young dancer/entertainer was highly praised by Al Jolson who said he had "the best timing I've ever seen" and became especially well known following his appearance with Cab Calloway in the Sensations of 1945.