AUCTION: Annette's Contract for Early QVC Teddy Bear Show

Thank you, to all who participated and contributed to the success of the "Personal Property of Annette Funicello" auction held by Saturday's Toys in February! The month-long event raised well over $10,000 for The Annette Funicello Research Fund for Neurological Diseases!

Although the event is over, be sure to check our Auctions page regularly for new and exciting items that continue to be offered by Annette's family and Research Fund supporters!

In 1992 Annette launched her own line of collectable teddy bears, which she personally promoted and sold for many years on the QVC home shopping channel. Fans and bear collectors alike looked forward to these live, unscripted broadcasts with Annette; where she candidly discussed her life, career and the stories that inspired the bears in her collection.

Currently up for bid is a QVC contract from one of the earliest of these appearances - signed and filled out in Annette's own hand. The document is dated September 15,1992 and was likely for Annette's second set of bear shows which aired on QVC September 19 & 20. (I believe Annette debuted her line bears on QVC June 27 & 28, 1992)

Screen shot from Annette's September 19, 1992 Bear Show on QVC

Screen shot from Annette's September 20,1992 Bear Show on QVC

With an opening bid of only $250, now is your opportunity to add a rare Annette Funicello contract document to your personal collection. All proceeds from this action benefit The Annette Funicello Research Fund for Neurological Diseases.

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