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Dress worn by Dustin Hoffman in the Film Tootsie

Object Details

Description
Red sequin dress worn by Dustin Hoffman in the 1982 film Tootsie. Sydney Pollack directed and acted in this romantic comedy about an unsuccessful actor masquerading as a woman in order to land an acting gig. Jessica Lange, Teri Garr, and Dabney Coleman also star in this movie.
Location
Currently not on view
Data Source
National Museum of American History
wearer
Hoffman, Dustin
maker
Mignon
date made
1982
Credit Line
Dustin Hoffman
Physical Description
metal (overall material)
polyester (overall material)
sequins (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 60 1/2 in x 19 in; 153.67 cm x 48.26 cm
Object Name
Dress

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