VOICED : Maurice Chevalier souvenirs go

The transcript discusses the legacy of Maurice Chevalier, a beloved figure in Hollywood, and the sale of his Paris mansion, Laloux, following the death of his last love, Odette. The sale includes many of Chevalier's personal belongings accumulated over his 68-year career, such as records, books, pianos, and his iconic straw hats. Fans hoped the mansion would become a museum, but they will continue to cherish his music.

What significant event led to the decision to sell Maurice Chevalier's mansion?

• The family wanted to move to a different country.

• Chevalier's last love, Odette, passed away.

• The mansion was damaged in a storm.

• The mansion was declared a historical site.

Who were some of the notable figures entertained by Maurice Chevalier at his mansion?

• Pablo Picasso and Salvador Dali

• Albert Einstein and Charlie Chaplin

• Marlene Dietrich and Marcel Pagnell

• Winston Churchill and Franklin D. Roosevelt

How did Odette preserve the memory of Maurice Chevalier in the mansion?

• By leaving everything in its original place.

• By turning it into a public museum.

• By hosting annual memorial concerts.

• By writing a book about his life.

What types of items from Chevalier's career are included in the estate sale?

• His collection of vintage cars.

• His personal diaries and letters.

• His records, books, and pianos.

• His paintings and sculptures.

What did fans hope would happen to Maurice Chevalier's mansion?

• It would be converted into a luxury hotel.

• It would be demolished and rebuilt.

• It would become a museum dedicated to him.

• It would be sold to a famous celebrity.