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Evelyn West was an American burlesque performer who gained wide publicity by insuring her bust for $50,000 with Lloyd's of London as a promotional stunt.
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Why was Evelyn West called the $50,000 Treasure Chest?
She became famous after reportedly insuring her bust for $50,000 with Lloyd's of London in 1947. The publicity stunt produced her nickname, Evelyn $50,000 Treasure Chest West. [Evelyn West biography](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Evelyn_West)
What was Evelyn West's real name?
She was born Amy May Coomer in 1921 and performed under the stage name Evelyn West. Her other well-known nickname was The Hubba-Hubba Girl. [Evelyn West biography](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Evelyn_West)
Did Evelyn West appear in films?
Her best-known film credit is A Night at the Follies, released in 1947. She also had uncredited appearances in Rhythm on the River from 1940 and Birth of the Blues from 1941. [Evelyn West biography](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Evelyn_West)
Where did Evelyn West perform?
She became a major burlesque and striptease attraction in the 1940s through 1960s, including regular shows at St. Louis's Stardust Club. Her act mixed dance, music, comedy, and publicity, rather than relying on the insurance story alone. [St. Louis history of Evelyn West](https://lennybruce.org/2022/01/27/evelyn-west-the-life-and-times-of-a-st-louis-legend-stltoday-com/)
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