In 1980, Donald's friend, actress Shelley Winters, asked him to photograph some of her personal items for publication in her autobiography "SHELLEY Also Known As Shirley." He is given photographic credit on page 511 of the book... and received an autographed copy of the book's first edition. The inscription reads: "To Don, a great friend and photographer. Love, Shelley. PS: For Annette (Donalds wife) - who's always there when needed.".