Premiere of “Forgotten Fame: The Marion Miley Story”
While her legacy has faded with the passing of time, in 1930s America, Lexington golfer Marion Miley was at the top of her sport. Her name was known nationwide – by both golf devotees and non-players alike. Called the “Flower of the Fairway” and noted for her undeniable athletic talent as well as her charming good looks, Miley’s popularity in the national media was enhanced by the lack of top-tier professional male golfers during the Depression years.Tragically, her career was cut short when she was murdered during a burglary at the Lexington Country Club in September 1941.
KET’s new documentary “Forgotten Fame: The Marion Miley Story” commemorates the 75th anniversary of her death at age 27, while detailing her pioneering work as one of the best female amateur golfers in the history of the game.
The film’s premiere at the Kentucky Theater will take place on the 75th anniversary of her death. The event is free but pre-registration is recommended: http://www.ket.org/events/.
The documentary premieres on KET on Thursday, Sept 29 at 8/7 pm on KET. It will also air Sunday, Oct. 2 at 9/8 pm on KET2.
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