She was an actress, known for Clue (1985), M*A*S*H (1972) and Doctor Dolittle (1998). Thanks for listening. Scottsdale, AZ, US. Getting those pictures painted was a fairly routine assignment for a Hollywood propmaster. Died February 16, 2020 (72) Add to list. https://imgur.com/gallery/Od1od7P, The More I See you Radar OReilly (particularly Hawkeye or the thumb). The Winchester Tapes Major Winchester, email me for a link at maghorror -at- pm -dot- me, these are incredible! https://imgur.com/gallery/dPxIAnD, Picture This group portrait Did you ever make copies of the mash pictures? In addition, she served 8 years as the mayors appointee on the Pasadena Arts and Culture Commission. count how many times weve gone through and it never gets old, we love them all. WebFollowing the series finale of M*A*S*H, Nakahara appeared in television commercials as a spokesperson for IBM. Though I doubt that an actual painting would fetch anywhere near the prices people seem to think they would. Required fields are marked *. Est: $ 400 - $ 600. They were painted by a prop artist hired by the producers. Or even a repro would be great, but if the paintings are lost even that seems to be a fruitless wish. Ive been watching mash ever since i was a kid and it was on its first run before syndication. J Levine Auction & Appraisal LLC. References First of all, he didnt bother posting a photo of it somewhere to prove it. The Teddy Roosevelt painting was in Bottoms Up. Her master paintings are on indefinite loan to the City of Pasadena and currently exhibit at the Pasadena City Hall. WebKellye Nakahara was born on 16 January 1948 in Oahu, Hawaii, USA. WebRecently Kellye was commissioned to paint the Pasadena Civic Auditorium by the Pasadena Center Operating Company on the occasion of the 85th Anniversary of the Civic Auditorium where it is on exhibit. In War Co-Respondent, Aggie OShea and Potter discuss Potters paintings, including an incomplete painting of Sophie and his paintings of Radar, Klinger, his thumb, and Charles. I dont know the present whereabouts sure wish I did of the painting of Colonel Potters thumb, but I do know the artist was Robert A. Woolfe. Glimpse & Peeks of Past, Recent or Upcoming Events! She also appeared in the films, Clue in 1985 and Black Day Blue Night.. J Levine Auction & Appraisal LLC. The current whereabouts of the paintings is not known. May. She was an actress, known for Clue (1985), M*A*S*H (1972) and Doctor Dolittle (1998). She was an actress, known for Clue (1985), M*A*S*H (1972) and Doctor Dolittle (1998). I have never cut a business dinner short before, but I did that night. It later later seen on the wall to the left of the doors into the office, above Klinger with the discus. https://entertainment.ha.com/itm/entertainment-and-music/m-a-s-h-screen-used-cast-painting-from-picture-this-20th-century-fox-1982-/a/7182-89010.s?ic4=GalleryView-ShortDescription-071515#. The rest were most likely done by various studio artists. All rights reserved. I am literally watching the episode with Potter painting Radar(while he does his turtle impression)and Klinger with the diskis.Decided to look up who actually did the paintings and landed here.I miss my old t shirt I had that came out just after the series finale.The Mash 4077 Goodbye, Farewell and Amen shirt.I loved that thing. Visits the Ronald McDonald House every year to donate her time and paintings to children there. at least has a link to a high-res scan of the group painting. If Graham did not purchase, I am interested. My husband and I are very interested in finding the painting in the episode Picture This where its the 6 of them in one painting. In March 1996, Michael Hirsh made the following post to about the identity of the artist responsible for the paintings: The paintings were done by an artist hired by the MASH propmaster. Lives in Pasadena, California, where she's involved with the East West Players theater group, the Town Singers vocal group, the Pasadena Cherry Blossom Festival, and as an arts commissioner for the city. She was best known for playing Nurse Kealani Kellye in 165 episodes of the television comedy M*A*S*H. She was born in Oahu, Hawaii. Hes my favorite actor on the series! Nor was it Gary Burghoff, an accomplished wildlife artist (or, for that matter, Kellye Nakahara, an accomplished watercolor artist). 22nd Annual AQUARIUM OF THE PACIFIC Though you have to register with the website to be able to download it. While I dont know who he hired, Im reasonably certain there were any number of artists working in LA who would gladly have taken on the job. Bob, a native of New England, was a veteran Hollywood studio artist and continued to paint until shortly before his death. I realize that you posted this 10 years ago but I just found this web site. References document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Kellye served 8 years as the mayor's appointee on the Pasadena Arts and Culture Commission. Fans of the actress, who also notably appeared in the 1985 comedy Clue and the 1998 version of Doctor Dolittle, have also begun paying their respects, many mourning Nakahara's loss on social media. ", "She began as a background performer and worked her way up to playing the lead in an episode I wrote for her," Alda added. MASH4077TV.com Copyright 1999-2023 RJ. Are they (The paintings) now, again big dollars. View sold prices. This site is awesome, Im sure youll enjoy it! If anyone knows please message. I was always so frustrated when they didnt show the other paintings. Kellye was commissioned to paint the Maguire Gardens at the Central Library. Has anyone heard of him painting off of MASH? My favorite episodes are Nurse Doctor, Movie Tonight, A War for all Seasons and any of the episodes with the hilarious Colonel Flagg! It is a goal of mine to one day, make a trip to Malibu State Park in CA. Kellye Nakahara in Hey, Look Me Over (Season 11) Kellye Nakahara in Goodbye, Farewell and Amen (Season 11) In addition to acting, Nakahara was an accomplished painter. While watching MASH, I often find myself admiring these paintings more so than actually watching the show. Pretty sure it has had a massive impact on my life, I even went to a themed party dressed as Hawkeye, robe and all. Other Works Am I the only person who thinks the Potter thumb picture looks disturbingly like its a self portrait of Col Potters penis whenever I watch episodes with it in? The actual artist (or artists, as the case may be) has never been identified. I own the Hawkeye Get you Gun painting. The question of who painted these paintings has intrigued M*A*S*H fans for decades. So was GFA produced during Season Ten? imdb. She died on 16 February 2020 in Pasadena, California, USA. References every arvo when growing up would make sure I was home to watch is . Rumor at the Top Father Mulcahy You got to meet Bill Christopher? Nakahara continued to act, but she also pursued a career as a watercolor artist, painting and exhibiting under her married name Kellye Wallett. Glimpse & Peeks of Past, Recent or Upcoming Events! Ahhh.good times! Colonel Potter Painting in The More I See You, Colonel Potters Painting of Radar from The More I See You, Colonel Potters Painting of Klinger from The More I See You, Colonel Potters Painting of Hawkeye from Hawkeye Get Your Gun, Colonel Potters Painting of Charles from The Winchester Tapes, Colonel Potters Painting of His Thumb from They Call the Wind Korea, Colonel Potters Painting of Hawkeye from Depressing News, Colonel Potters Painting of Father Mulcahy from Rumor At The Top, Colonel Potters Painting of The Cast from Picture This, "M*A*S*H" TM & Twentieth Century Fox/The Walt Disney Company. MASH4077TV.com is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. In addition to acting, she is also a noted watercolor artist. ", "She radiated sparkle and goodness and joy," she said. Glimpse & Peeks of Past, Recent or Upcoming Events! Born in in Oahu, Hawaii, but later moving to San Francisco to pursue a career in art, Nakahara soon landed a role as Lt. Kellye Yamato on M*A*S*H in 1973, a series she starred in for its entire run, "Thank you. A photo for a March 2001 Rafu feature shows Kellye Nakahara Wallett in her studio at her home in Pasadena. WebFollowing the series finale of M*A*S*H, Nakahara appeared in television commercials as a spokesperson for IBM. She died on February 16, 2020 in Pasadena, California, USA. Learn more about her artwork at the Wow! Publicity Listings Actress Kellye Nakahara Wallett has died. I of course would love one but I doubt it will happen. The painting of Charles was added to the right side of the door. my husband and I watch it every night also. McLean Stevenson in a Raft on Cher in 1975. As for copies, Im sure theyre available on linesomewhere. As they were created, the various paintings were hung in Potters office. Awards. Nakahara died at her Pasadena, California, home surrounded by her loved ones, Coleman told CNN Monday. Would love to have an opportunity to acquire one of them. She was an actress, known for Clue (1985), M*A*S*H (1972) and Doctor Dolittle (1998). When he was sick with the mumps in bed he was painting Teddy Roosevelt. And in November 1997, Hirsch posted the following, again stating that the unidentified painter was hired by the M*A*S*H propmaster: Leroy Nieman wouldnt work for what the MASH propmaster would pay to have Potters Paintings painted. In The More I See You, Potter is seen working on two paintings. Web2104: Kellye Nakahara Wallett (1950-) M*A*S*H Watercolor. Learn more about her artwork at the Wow! WebKellye Nakahara was born on 16 January 1948 in Oahu, Hawaii, USA. Nakahara died from cancer at her home in Pasadena, California on February 16, 2020, at age 72. https://imgur.com/gallery/qf1h6y3. opps sorry missed the paragraph where you mentioned that. Kelley was a treasure." This is an old thread but has anyone come up with a source for prints of these? May. Plus was given a 1982 copyright commemorative printed dish. She died on February 16, 2020 in Pasadena, California, USA. Anyway, congrats M*I*K*E for being able to own a much sought-after piece of history! David Wallett and Kellye often returned to Hawaii, to visit family members. J Levine Auction & Appraisal LLC. That is very hard to believe. NO Harry Morgan did not paint any of the paintings. Breaking his silence on Monday in a statement to Fox News, Alda, who portrayed "Hawkeye" Pierce opposite Nakahara's Nurse Kellye Yamato, remembered the late actress as "a beautiful person and a natural as an actor. Its funny that even my kids know the theme song to the show. All Rights Reserved. Her master paintings exhibited at the Pasadena City Hall. Additionally, she appeared in several other television shows, had a small part in the films Clue (1985) as Mrs. Ho, the domestic cook, and in The painting of Father Mulcahy looks nothing like the original. Sitting here watching M.A.S.H. I am so glad were not the only ones who do this. Web2104: Kellye Nakahara Wallett (1950-) M*A*S*H Watercolor. ", "For a little kid from the sticks of East Texas, there weren't a lot of Asians on my television. Let me introduce myself Kelley was a treasure." . She was best known for playing Nurse Kealani Kellye in 165 episodes of the television comedy M*A*S*H. She was born in Oahu, Hawaii. Family (1) Spouse David Wallett (1968 - 16 February 2020) (her death) (2 children) Sell them before the current generations remember. They are not present in any of the episodes actually produced for Season 11 but can be seen in episodes that were held over from Season 10. We didnt get to see that painting either. Wow, I was just looking around for info on the Potter Paintings and here it says nobody knows where they are? At some point, all of the paintings were removed for reasons unknown. Her master paintings are on indefinite loan to the City of Pasadena and currently exhibit at the Pasadena Police Nakahara continued to act, but she also pursued a career as a watercolor artist, painting and exhibiting under her married name Kellye Wallett. "I also sing and play the guitar and I'm learning to tap dance. Thats such a cool find! Thank you, Any chance youd post a higher res picture of it for us? It would be wonderful idea to make prints for fans to own. I doubt it would bring a lot of money but maybe a few thousand at an Art Auction. Watching They Call the Wind Korea as I type this. Kellyes collection The Gardens of Pasadena, featured historical landmarks, gardens and neighborhoods in Pasadena. Seriously, though, if you have it that is an awesome piece of history. In Heal Thyself , while in bed, he works on an unidentified painting. and participating auction houses. I was 2 years old when the show 1st aired in 1972 and at 13 was still to young to appreciate the show and the magnitude of the final episode.at the time. She was previously married to David Wallett. GFA was filmed in October 1982 during production of Season Eleven. I have hunted and hunted for this painting. Learn how your comment data is processed. So funny that they knew Id be crushed if I missed it! WebKellye's collection The Gardens of Pasadena , features historical landmarks, gardens and neighborhoods in Pasadena, CA. All the paintings would by property of the studio or network that produced the show and they are all probably in storage at a studio warehouse somewhere. Her master paintings exhibited at the Pasadena City Hall. Productions website or the Facebook page for the Kellye Wallett Studio. WebKellye Nakahara was born on 16 January 1948 in Oahu, Hawaii, USA. Nakahara continued to act, but she also pursued a career as a watercolor artist, painting and exhibiting under her married name Kellye Wallett. I just checked and you are correct, at least some of the paintings can be seen in Potters office during the episode. Awards. If you ever consider selling the painting, please let me know, it would go to a good home. Im painting them for myself, lll post pics when im done if you want the original ill sell it to you, or if you just want a copy ill send you one. But when I took a closer look, it was obvious that they were all reproductions. And in Bottoms Up he paints a United States president. That is my second favorite (next to Depressing News). She was born in 1947 in Oahu, Hawaii. I would have loved to own the painting of the cast together. Died February 16, 2020 (72) Add to list. None are known to have been auctioned off. But I did not seen the paintings in any of the other Season Eleven episodes when I was working on this spotlight. Kellye was commissioned So who did paint them? I think it would have gone for a pretty good price, which considering the actual artist probably only got whatever scale was back then, its probably unfair. Nakahara died from cancer at her home in Pasadena, California on February 16, 2020, at age 72. Klinger with the discus was later replaced by the painting of Charles, which itself was replaced by Hawkeye and his tongue depressor monument. WebKellye's ART WOW! And on top of all that, I happen to be cute as hell. "The light that her presence brought will be deeply and forever missed.". MASH portraits Potters Paintings highres, Hawkeye Get Your Gun Hawkeye and participating auction houses. WebKellye Nakahara was born on January 16, 1948 in Oahu, Hawaii, USA. Now that thats settled Harry Morgan did NOT paint Col Potters paintings lets look at the next rumor Did Harry Morgan paint J.J s paintings on Good Times? I appreciated the story about you and your family, I have the same memories of sitting around the tv on Thursday nights and watching the Cosby Show and Family Ties. Kellyes collection The Gardens of Pasadena, featured historical landmarks, gardens and neighborhoods in Pasadena. Nakahara died Sunday at her home in Pasadena, California following a battle with cancer, her family confirmed. Or is he willing to maybe e produce them??? His at ease pose what the thinker. Just fake it. Kellye Nakahara in Hey, Look Me Over (Season 11) Kellye Nakahara in Goodbye, Farewell and Amen (Season 11) In addition to acting, Nakahara was an accomplished painter. In The More I See You he sets up his easel out in the open to a portrait of Radar and later, in his office, paints Klinger holding a discus (or, more accurately, a plate). I just stumbled in here. Authenticated by Bill Christopher himself. INOUT, anyone can submit information to IMDb, so it is not always accurate. can you tell me if Harry Morgam could have painted it ? So Potter got just about all the different greek poses. WhiteSatinWeddingShow.com Online 24/7 Virtual Wedding Show for Southern CA. MARGARET: Its only 4:00 in the afternoon. The More I See you Radar OReilly Actress Kellye Nakahara Wallett has died. Born January 16, 1948. They could get huge tax deductions. She was an actress, known for Clue (1985), M*A*S*H (1972) and Doctor Dolittle (1998). 22nd Annual AQUARIUM OF THE PACIFIC Event Productions Event Production & Coordination - Community Outreach & Public Relations. Yes Please. WebKellye Nakahara was born on January 16, 1948 in Oahu, Hawaii, USA. I was in Chicago on business the night the last show aired. Those pics should be auctioned! Her master paintings are on indefinite loan to the City of Pasadena and currently exhibit at the Pasadena City Hall. Mash is the best show ever. and thats a big list big Dollar$. Your email address will not be published. "For your information, I happen to have a fantastic sense of humor, a bubbly personality and I am warm and sensitive like you wouldn't believe," she told him, according to NBC News. It was not actually Harry Morgan, although he obviously faked the act of painting many times. Hope someone out there realises how much something like this would mean to me. It was a scene along the Lakeshore. And after once again watching the episode in which Potter paints a picture of the entire staff the other day I started wondering if I would ever get the opportunity to own one of these paintings. Amazing work. I cant tell you how many times ive watched each and every episode and yet i still get a good laugh when i watch them to this day. Not a scan to allow others to create fakes, just a shot good enough for a fan to print and hang in his office . I got back to my hotel room just in time for the opening credits, thank goodness! Im have just been lucky enough to be given numerous original photo prints with editors marks for cropping and promotional/press use. Why? I have a painting of the Seine with the Eifel Tower in the background painted by H Morgan. She was born in 1947 in Oahu, Hawaii. She was previously married to David Wallett. Copyright 2023 PopCulture.com. The U.S. President Potter was painting in Bottoms Up was Theodore Roosevelt. A photo for a March 2001 Rafu feature shows Kellye Nakahara Wallett in her studio at her home in Pasadena. As a watercolor/Oil artist, Kellye Nakahara Wallett launched the Kellye Wallett Studio in 1998. May. Kellye served 8 years as the mayor's appointee on the Pasadena Arts and Culture Commission. Official Sites. Kelley was a treasure.". I was very sad when the series ended, like every other fan of the show, I am sure. | Yes, it is! Though they do ask a lot of address stuff. Anyone know where to get at least good replicas of col. Potters paintings? https://www.mash4077tv.com/2018/12/mash-prop-painting-sold-16000-last-month/, 40th Anniversary of Goodbye, Farewell and Amen, 50 Years of M*A*S*H: The Army-Navy Game, Found! Being a huge fan of MASH, I am very lucky to be in possession of one of the famed Potters Paintings. In Dear Uncle Abdul , Potter works on a self-portrait, using Klinger atop a horse as a body double (Suck in that nose!), planning to work in his own face at a later date. If any info ever pops up about any of these paintings, I would very much be interested. Born in 1948 on the island of Oahu, Hawaii; Kellye Nakahara made the move to California in order to pursue a career in the arts. POTTER: Not now Major, I want to get out there and paint that sunset. Its nice to see there are other big fans of the show even though it has been almost 30 years since the last episode aired. A cursory Google search regarding the paintings brought me to another site where someone asked the same question, and they only mentioned that the painting with Hawkeye with his feet on the desk (the one M*I*K*E says he owns) was briefly up on the site. Son William is married to Tasha and has sons Max and Grayson. WebKellye's collection The Gardens of Pasadena , features historical landmarks, gardens and neighborhoods in Pasadena, CA. Her painting Koi was selected by Senator Jack Scott in 2001 to represent his district where it was on exhibit at the State Capitol. Kellye was commissioned First, he paints a portrait of Radar holding a medical bag: Later, he paints Klinger with a discus, mid-throw: In Hawkeye Get Your Gun, Potter paints Hawkeye with his feet up on a table, holding a drink: In The Winchester Tapes, Potter paints Charles with a rather angry expression on his face (Dont change the color of your face, Im out of umber!): In They Call the Wind Korea, Potter paints his own thumb: In Depressing News, Potter paints Hawkeye next to his tongue depressor monument: In Rumor At The Top, Potter paints a portrait of Father Mulcahy in his Catholic finery: In Picture This, Potter goes to great lengths to paint a group portrait: In Dear Uncle Abdul, Potter works on a self-portrait, using Klinger atop a horse as a body double (Suck in that nose!), planning to work in his own face at a later date. WebKellye's collection The Gardens of Pasadena , features historical landmarks, gardens and neighborhoods in Pasadena, CA. 22nd Annual AQUARIUM OF THE PACIFIC May I ask if he was as nice in real life as he was on the show? Just wanted to say hello and welcome! I love it. I was lucky enough to be at the right place at the right time. Her painting Koi was selected by Senator Jack Scott in 2001 to represent his district where it was on exhibit at the State Capitol. She was born in 1947 in Oahu, Hawaii. If the auction was one of those that kind of get sucked into the large space of eBay, it could absolutely be a right place, right time sort of thing if he happened to submit a search for it when it was up. Too bad the artist didnt get credit. In Heal Thyself , while in bed, he works on an unidentified painting. >. - February 19, 2020 08:07 am EST, Alan Alda is mourning the loss of his M*A*S*H co-star Kellye Nakahara. "RIP to Kellye Nakahara," wrote one fan. WebKellye's ART WOW! Set during the Korean War, the actress' character had a secret crush on Alda's "Hawkeye," and, in one of her most memorable scenes, scolded him for having his""eyeson every nurse" except her. WebKellye Nakahara (January 16, 1948 February 16, 2020) was an American actress. Its a free sign-up, without cc credentials. Where? It is one of my most prized possessions. WebKellye's ART WOW! Nakahara was 72. These portraits were actually painted by Morgan. The 50th Anniversary Episode Poll: Pick The Best Episode from Season 3. Est: $ 400 - $ 600. 27, 2016. Thank you for your time. Have been looking around for a while and can find nothing. She died on February 16, 2020 in Pasadena, California, USA. Nakahara continued to act, but she also pursued a career as a watercolor artist, painting and exhibiting under her married name Kellye Wallett. He died November 1, 2004 at the age of 84. View sold prices. I dont know how much truth there is to this (it sounds like theres quite a bit of mystery that shrouds these paintings! the person who told me he was the painter was his daughter in law at that time. I too, am a huge fan of the show. Pam Baker Cocker: Singer Joe Cockers Wife, Melinda Trucks Allman Brothers Butch Trucks Wife, Armstead Edwards: Patti LaBelles Ex- Husband, Conchata Ferrells Husband Arnie Anderson, Manon Duma Girlfriend of French Tourist Gabriel Bascou attacked on Valentines, Vivienne Westwood Husband Andreas Kronthaler, Francesca Hetfield Metallicas James Hetfields Wife. Family (1) Spouse David Wallett (1968 - 16 February 2020) (her death) (2 children) Event Productions Event Production & Coordination - Community Outreach & Public Relations. Nurse Kellye was a smart, kind, and funny American who scared away stereotypes being fed to me. This series was a significant part of my youth. It is possible they were given to members of the cast or crew once production ended. Her painting Koi was selected by Senator Jack Scott in 2001 to represent his district where it was on exhibit at the State Capitol. The actress, who was best known for her role on the TV series M*A*S*H, died on Sunday at the age of 72, according to multiple reports. Last updated November 10th, 2013, The one where klinger is throwing the disscus he said I think Ill call this one, Greek Athelete. this is the one where he asked klinger if he was a little cold because his skin was blue, and he told klinger a little more latissamis, his back. Her master paintings are on indefinite loan to the City of Pasadena and currently exhibit at the Pasadena Police She died on 16 February 2020 in Pasadena, California, USA. She was previously married to David Wallett.