Dolly Parton, Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin
Grammy-winning Country Icon (Parton) and Academy Award-winning Actresses (Fonda, Tomlin) · Entertainment - Film and Music
Cast of the 1980 film "9 to 5"
Era
Modern Era - Circa 2010s-2020s
Item Type
8x10 Black and White Photograph
Condition
Excellent; signatures are bold with high contrast, photo appears crisp with no visible corner dings
Rarity
Moderately rare as a 'Triple' signed item; while all three sign regularly, getting all three on one photo is highly desirable
Overall Assessment
A high-quality, highly desirable multi-signed piece representing one of the most iconic trios in cinematic history.
Authenticity Assessment
Likely authentic - 85% confidence level
Signature Style
Fluid, rapid set of three signatures with a left-side inscription: "Best Wishes from the set of 'Nine to Five'"
Signature Characteristics
Fonda's signature shows her classic 'J' slant; Dolly's is a typical 'short' version used in crowds; Tomlin's shows rapid lateral movement
Ink & Medium
Black felt-tip permanent marker (Sharpie-style) on a semi-gloss black and white photo print
Item Description
A promotional still showing Fonda, Tomlin, and Parton walking through an office set from the 1980 film "9 to 5"
Estimated Value
$450.00 - $750.00 USD
Comparison to Known Examples
Very consistent with 'in-person' style signatures from recent years where speed was a factor compared to sit-down signing sessions
Authentication Tips
Look for Dolly's characteristic 'D' loop and Tomlin's rapid, overlapping 'L' and 'y' strokes. Check for consistent ink flow across all three names
Certification Recommendation
Beckett Authentication Services (BAS) or JSA (James Spence Authentication)
Red Flags
The inscription 'from the set' is written in a hand that matches the modern ink but the film was released in 1980; this is a retrospective inscription
Provenance Notes
Likely obtained at a cast reunion event or through a series of 'in-person' encounters at talk shows or red carpets
Historical Context
The film was a cultural landmark for women in the workplace; this photo captures the three leads who remain close friends and icons
Market Trends
Demand for '9 to 5' memorabilia has spiked recently due to the 40th anniversary and the enduring legacy of the film's social themes
Investment Potential
Strong; triple-signed items of legendary female stars typically appreciate as supply of living legends diminishes
Similar Autographs
Cast-signed items from 'Steel Magnolias' or 'The Golden Girls'
Display & Preservation
Frame with UV-protective glass and acid-free matting to prevent the black Sharpie from fading to brown or purple over time
Interesting Facts
Dolly Parton wrote the film's title song using her acrylic fingernails as a washboard, a story she frequently tells when signing items