Fitzgerald, Ella. (1917–1996) Signed Photograph to the parents of her pianist, Lonnie SimmonsSigned ca. 1930's photograph of the legendary jazz singer, inscribed to the parents of her longtime pianist Lonnie Simmons. She has penned at the left: "To 'Lonnie's' mother & father Best to you always Sincerely, Ella Fitzgerald." Heavy wear and soiling, with creases, a vertical tear and two small edge tears mended with tape on the verso; not affecting the signature. 8 x 10 inches (20. 6 x 25. 3 cm). The young Lonnie Simmons (born Samuel Simmons)