The would-be pugilist turned to singing after his mother forbade him from entering the world of boxing, and subsequently his name was a constant on the pop charts during the 1960’s. Exceptional photo of the late R&B & pop star is signed nicely in turquoise ink to the Philadelphia clothing mogul,“To Ben Krass Best of Luck Jackie”. “Popsie N.Y.” studio logo in lower right corner. Photo has tape stains on verso. EX. Obtained directly from Ben Krass' estate.