How Raymond Burr and His Boyfriend Created Their Own Paradise?

[@AgeOfVintage]

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[@martin3203]

Why do you keep using PD photos arbitrarily?

[@johnwilson3606]

Good

[@ritadaniels3175]

I have limited income currently but I DID ENJOY THIS! U provided info that I was NOT aware of?! He spoke with a very closed mouth so seeing some of his smiling pics were GREAT! I WAS AWARE OF HIS SEXUAL ORIENTATION THOUGH...🌟GREAT JOB🌟

[@Lyndy472]

@@martin3203 What does PD mean ?

[@elizabethtyler8929]

Raymond Burr was gay man

[@Az2013ful]

Raymond Burr is my absolute favorite actor. I began watching him when I was a young child. I loved the Perry Mason dramas, but actually, I loved everything I've ever seen him in. Decades ago I learned that he lived with his partner. To me, his personal life has nothing to do with the quality of his acting. He was a quiet, kind, caring, and generous person. It's a shame that back in the day he had to keep his private life a "secret" or most likely lose his career. Today, actors tell us too much about their lives, and do wild things to get attention. I wish every actor was more like Raymond Burr and had some dignity and quality about their life. He was an exceptional person. Perry Mason was wonderful.

[@marionkagen2452]

Bethany Wilson, I wish I could hit 1,000 up votes for your comment! I couldn't have said it better myself! Everything you said is exactly what I was thinking. Thank you so much!!!

[@beantrader4723]

Most people measure one another with what's on the outside of a human being instead of being concerned about a man's soul. He lived a life that was forbidden by God, who said that liars, thieves, fornicators, adulterers, homosexuals were an abomination to Him because they were not OF him but were OF Satan, threfore none of them would be allowed to dwell with God in eternity. Money, fame, forturne, titles, accolades, hospitals won't mean a thing in the Day of Judgment. All of us will only have accumulated data of serving God in this lifetime or serving Satan.

[@stephendavidbailey2743]

@@beantrader4723 Raymond Burr was a worthless evil non person. Got it.

[@gloriamoore2816]

I still watches episodes of Perry mason. Raymond burr was a fine and handsome actor.despite of his sexuality. Rest in peace Raymond!

[@lindajackson4819]

Raymond Burr to me was the epitome of intelligent class. He carried himself with dignity and presence in all of his roles & personal life. Perry Mason series is classic due to storyline and acting but also fashion. I absolutely love the way Perry and Paul dressed~Their suits hung impeccably showcasing crisp & interesting patterned fabrics and accessories. Lol...cannot leave out the doll Della with her quiet style-belts and shoes. Just the attention to all details makes this one of my top tier shows.

[@taylorbailey4372]

Well said 👌

[@walterty3627]

The fact that Raymond Burr kept his sexual orientation a secret during his lifetime doesn't detract from the fact that he's a fine actor & a decent person.

[@expromanticart6491]

Read mine please!

[@tomvalveede6808]

@@expromanticart6491 ???

[@expromanticart6491]

@@tomvalveede6808 yes? I just agreed with the comment above! You can look up the ID.

[@sherryhannah498]

@@expromanticart6491 please is unneeded unnecessary unwanted and annoying remember that

[@expromanticart6491]

@@sherryhannah498 ?????

[@snowbird7614]

I loved Perry mason and all his work. He was an excellent actor and a kind man apparently with a great sense of humour. They said he liked playing practical jokes on his fellow actors. His appearance on Jack Benny where Jack was turning him into a comedian was hysterical. He had 25 foster kids

[@NellBelle]

I believe that everyone has the right to their private life being private. He was a good person, support our troops, and was a good actor. The rest is NONE of our business. Just my opinion.

[@aprildenise5437]

AMEN AND AMEN 🙏,

[@jubalcalif9100]

So very true !! What two consenting adults do behind closed doors is no one's business. The late great Mr Burr had a wonderfully caring heart & was beloved by all his co-workers. His kindness & generosity are legendary. Thank you for your thoughtful & insightful comment ! :-)

[@John-Nada]

It's more complicated than that, for example a group that demands its own right to privacy doesn't necessarily respect the right to privacy for others. A group that has preferential treatment might claim discrimination.

[@madeleine9907]

But you are here haha!

[@andywinslow9638]

Thats right. A wonderful human being either way. I don't care. I only hate the title of the videos as it went against his wishes.

[@markteaney8381]

He wAs a kind good man who cared for others i heard he built a hospital on his island for the people who lived there. That's all that matters he was a class act.

[@conniesparks8033]

He certainly was!

[@danniequesenberry9951]

No that's not all that matters......... those are mostly just material things but any way it will be him and all the rest of us that have to answer for the sins that we commit

[@janetmallard4478]

I watched this every week sitting with my grandfather in a big chair next to a potbelly coal burning stove. It was the best time of the week. 10:56

[@7Sandie]

I have walked through the stunning garden in Fiji that was a tribute to him and his love for orchids, it's just beautiful

[@margies735]

I too have been to his garden in Fiji it's just wonderful! He is revered there and did a lot for charity.. I found this narrative disappointing with repetitive emphasis on him being gay instead of the work he did as an actor and philanthropist. Unfortunately many wonderful people were forced to hide their true selves in the past and we can learn from that to become more accepting.

[@7Sandie]

@@margies735 totally agree :)

[@gardensofthegods]

@@margies735 Margie and the other people who have been to his garden and Fiji can you tell me when was the last time you were there ? I never ever heard of those gardens , but would love to go there .

[@margies735]

@@gardensofthegods About 10 years ago, will go back one day soon I hope! 😏

[@matildezayas2421]

I love Raymond Burr as Perry Mason, he was a fantastic actor and human being. There is no other law show as powerful and long lasting as his. I remember watching Perry Mason with my parents who loved it. And, now as an adult I have had the pleasure of buy the series on DVD and seeing it from the beginning. I really loved the casts of actors that created a great Law show. Thank you for sharing Mr. Burr's story in my eyes he will always be a wonderful individual. Dr. Zayas

[@beantrader4723]

Being wonderful won't buy anyone a ticket to Heaven. Most people concern themselves with the outside of a human being instead of being concerned about a man's soul. He lived a life that was forbidden by God, who said that liars, thieves, fornicators, adulterers, homosexuals were an abomination to Him because they were not OF him but were OF Satan, threfore none of them would be allowed to dwell with God in eternity. Money, fame, forturne, titles, accolades, hospitals won't mean a thing in the Day of Judgment. All of us will only have accumulated data of serving God in this lifetime or serving Satan. A great man is one who chooses to serve God.

[@patpongmichiko]

Raymond Burr was a passenger of mine (first class) from Nandi-Fiji to Honolulu. I was the first class aisle attendant. Burr was charming, a perfect gentleman, great manners. I enjoyed very much meeting and speaking with him.

[@mackermaldrill2656]

He was a great actor, and more importantly a great man.

[@garyturner5204]

Agreed! A great man in a difficult time to be famous.

[@beantrader4723]

He lived a life that was forbidden by God, who said that liars, thieves, fornicators, adulterers, homosexuals were an abomination to Him because they were not OF him but were OF Satan, threfore none of them would be allowed to dwell with God in eternity. Money, fame, forturne, titles, accolades, hospitals won't mean a thing in the Day of Judgment. All of us will only have accumulated data of serving God in this lifetime or serving Satan. A great man is one who chooses to serve God.

[@manuelrichardson6943]

@@beantrader4723 Amen...truer words not spoken! Keep on preaching the truth of God's Word!

[@stephendavidbailey2743]

@@manuelrichardson6943 Which god? There are thousands.

[@taylorsues6702]

Shouldn't be judged for his sequel orientation he was a wonderful actor and a kind man

[@cynthiashepherd7754]

Raymond Burr is my favorite tv actor. Shows always interesting, acting always first rate. I'm glad he was with someone who loved him.

[@magdatorruellas9122]

My late husband was his twin… tall and handsome with three ft shoulders, people would ask him if he was family. Not a drop of blood. What I liked about this actor was that at the end of the day if he had ten dollars on him then he would feel he did something wrong! In other words, he was a very generous person and helped many go to college.

[@sallygomez8799]

He did have wide shoulders!

[@emmagreen6087]

Those are the kinds of things I'd rather see written about him. Not seedy little "secrets" things. He was a good actor, and a good man.

[@adriennerobinson1180]

Oh wow

[@carolc.3905]

Raymond Burr was not a twin.

[@richardvinsen2385]

@@carolc.3905 I think she meant her husband looked just like Raymond Burr.

[@keithsmits6203]

Living in New Westminster myself I am very proud of a wonderful talented Canadian such as Raymond Burr.

[@tlhoward5655]

He did become an American citizen when he turned 18.

[@jmbrinck]

I'm glad you covered this. Raymond Burr was fine human being. Traveled five times to Viet Nam to support the troops and never publicized it like Bob Hope. And he was one of the most charismatic actors I've ever seen in film.

[@scronx]

What a lovely, sensitive account. The revelations near the end about Hedda Hopper etc are ultimate!

[@deidre1965]

I loved his performance in the Rear Window

[@widowkeeper4739]

Raymond Burr and I have a startling amount in common. I also love cooking, plants, wine, and collecting seashells. He sounds like someone I would have loved to share dinner and an hour of conversation with. It pains me to know how much effort he was forced to put out to keep himself, his career, and Bob safe. Thank heavens they were not discovered.

[@donaldgordon3991]

Actors and actresses have a profession. Whats the difference of their sexuality preference have any deference about anything

[@widowkeeper4739]

@@donaldgordon3991 Nothing, but I definitely remember the time when it meant your life would be destroyed by the 'moral majority' incapable of any real compassion.

[@tomkellycartoons]

@@widowkeeper4739 Indeed. I’m a 71-year-old gay man. IN MY LIFETIME, I could have been jailed, fired or attacked just for being gay. Not even for being “caught” in an activity, but just for BEING.

[@peaceandlove7824]

@@widowkeeper4739 and “the moral majority”‘ hypocrisy. You know how society works, they show one think, and their private lives are nothing but inmortal.

[@widowkeeper4739]

@@tomkellycartoons I'm only 44 and remember the "Gay Plague" of the '80's and the "Gay Panic Defense" from the '90's. Matthew Shephard would have been 45 today. Scott Amedure (one of the bravest man I've ever seen in my life) would have been 58. I'm still angry. You and your partners deserved so much better. I know I'm in good company when I say we ARE going to carry on the HARD-fought legacy and freedom your generation laid down for us. We're never, ever, going to let this society regress back to what you had to put up with. The 'Moral Majority' can die of their plague of stupidity.

[@leeanneyoungman8028]

Lovely story, it seems like he was protecting his private life and his long time friend and partner.. that’s not lying that’s respectful too all that loved him. Thanks for the insight into this mans career.

[@vickyjohnson7172]

I'm a fan and will continue to hold Mr. Burr in high regard❤ Rest in Paradise💫

[@symbionese2348]

Raymond Burr refused to suck on a cigarette in the "Perry Mason" series. He would hold one, he would have a pack near him on set, he would light one; but when he was forced to act like he was actually smoking one, he would bring it to his lips and then jerk it away contemptuously. (That did not happen often.) All those things were necessary to get the tobacco company to pay for practically the entire production, but Raymond Burr left the dragging on cigarettes to other actors. When I observed that, my admiration for him increased yet again.

[@PhilMace]

I am so happy for this guy. He found love and a career.

[@beantrader4723]

One who serves God doesn't hide, it's always the sinner who fears being found out. Most people measure one another with what's on the outside of a human being instead of being concerned about a man's soul. He lived a life that was forbidden by God, who said that liars, thieves, fornicators, adulterers, homosexuals were an abomination to Him because they were not OF him but were OF Satan, threfore none of them would be allowed to dwell with God in eternity. Money, fame, forturne, titles, accolades, kindness, charity work, won't mean a thing in the Day of Judgment. All of us will only have accumulated data of serving God in this lifetime or serving Satan.

[@PhilMace]

@@beantrader4723 and what do you think my little friend. Why hide behind quotations. Be free, find your own path.

[@gerardmackay8909]

@@PhilMace he’s cut and pasted that drivel all over the place. Clearly an incel who couldn’t get laid if his life depended on it

[@yvonnecousins1951]

Raymond was a great actor and I still watch Perry Mason and Ironside reruns. In his day everything was so much different than they are today...he did what he had to do for the sake of his livelihood. He would he able to be himself today. Raymond will always be beloved and one of my most favorite actors. ❤️💕❤️ May you continue to rest peacefully Raymond. 🙏🏾❤

[@veronicaguidry6636]

It was hard for me to see him as a villain but in Rear Window, he scared the bejeeies out of me.

[@Duke_of_Prunes]

One of my favorite movies -- Thelma Ritter, Raymond Burr, Grace Kelly, Jimmy Stewart. One of Hitchcock's best.

[@edithannmontrose6870]

I agree! He was spooky!

[@edithannmontrose6870]

But I loved him as an actor❤️

[@johnbastille5483]

When you see an actor who normally plays "good guys" in an evil role, it has triple the impact because of the contrast and shows their versatility in their craft. Two other examples that spring to mind are Spencer Tracy as Dr Jeckyll's evil half Mr Hyde and Henry Fonda as the killer in "Once Upon a Time in the West".

[@Duke_of_Prunes]

@@johnbastille5483 The Henry Finda example is especially unusual. The director even had him wear contacts to change his signature blue eyes to brown. Fonda was downright evil as "Frank".

[@pfranks75]

What a fascinating character, it is tragic Raymond had to stay closeted. He was just a good man who was kind and generous.

[@beantrader4723]

One who serves God doesn't hide, it's always the sinner who fears being found out. Most people measure one another with what's on the outside of a human being instead of being concerned about a man's soul. He lived a life that was forbidden by God, who said that liars, thieves, fornicators, adulterers, homosexuals were an abomination to Him because they were not OF him but were OF Satan, threfore none of them would be allowed to dwell with God in eternity. Money, fame, forturne, titles, accolades, kindness, charity work, won't mean a thing in the Day of Judgment. All of us will only have accumulated data of serving God in this lifetime or serving Satan.

[@kyereCat]

Coming out might had ended his acting career if pressure of the public reacted negatively.

[@infiniteawareness2698]

Closeted? Who gives a rats ass what he does in the bedroom with whom? As long as he is not molesting children and his partners are of age who cares who he was with? More people need to keep their privates private.

[@stephendavidbailey2743]

@@beantrader4723 So, gay people are not real humans. Strange that “god” would create something “he” is sending direct to hell. Sadistc.

[@jameshaney3701]

I sure enjoyed Perry Mason. I really don't know about his personal life, that's his business. I always liked Elton John's music. I guess I always felt, that's more women for me. I'm not in their personal life. I enjoyed their talent at what they did. their personal life is their personal life. I love their talent.

[@greatestshopper1077]

My THANKS to Raymond Burr for always satisfying my families thirst for television mysteries. My Aunt watched Perry Mason first and my sister and I have continued. In our sixties now we continue to watch the series every week night before bed❣️

[@gretanicholla6617]

He was an amazing actor, love him when I was growing up & still love his movies now. I don’t care about his personal life he was one of Hollywood finest!

[@edithannmontrose6870]

I am so greatful that he didn’t allow Hollywood to drag his life through the papers, and stayed faithful. It allowed us to enjoy his acting and characters. Bravo Raymond Burr.

[@Beirut27]

"Hollywood" had no interest in revealing his homosexuality, in contradiction with the toughies he played 😉 .

[@edithannmontrose6870]

I wish we had less information now. I’m especially upset with all the tattoos and careless behaviors. Hepatitis C is transmitted by tattoo needles, and in 20-30 years cirrhosis, cancer and kidney failure

[@tinasoblessed6350]

Raymond Burr was an awesome actor and man,and always carried himself as a gentleman! I believe if he chose to keep his private life private, we should all respect that,even after his passing! 🙏🏽👍🏼👍🏼

[@beantrader4723]

One who serves God doesn't hide, it's always the sinner who fears being found out. Most people measure one another with what's on the outside of a human being instead of being concerned about a man's soul. He lived a life that was forbidden by God, who said that liars, thieves, fornicators, adulterers, homosexuals were an abomination to Him because they were not OF him but were OF Satan, threfore none of them would be allowed to dwell with God in eternity. Money, fame, forturne, titles, accolades, kindness, charity work, won't mean a thing in the Day of Judgment. All of us will only have accumulated data of serving God in this lifetime or serving Satan.

[@tzackaria7]

little late for that now

[@JosephSchmidtfan]

@@beantrader4723 "liars, thieves, fornicators, adulterers, homosexuals were an abomination to Him.." You forgot rich men, money lenders, people who wear two types of cloth, people who plant more than one type of seed in their gardens, men who are uncircumcised, people who mix meat and dairy, and men who cut their hair and beards. All forbidden in the Bible. Look it up. Doesn't leave many people to be accepted on the Day of Judgment, does it?

[@lamoon1525]

Anyone who could keep this secret during the McCarthy era, was a real talent. He was a talent. Always a shame to have to keep one's life "private".

[@frankpaya690]

Well after all, Roy Cohen "did"

[@ritadaniels3175]

It MIGHT have helped WAY BACK BEFORE INTERNET that he was originally from B.C. so he could make up a story & people had to REALLY have an interest to validate his STORY or not? He was an EXCELLENT ACTOR & proof of that in his personal life as well with his REALITY being SO DIFFERENT from the SCRIPT he wrote to CONCEAL THE REALITY during McCarthy Era politics?

[@Tenskwatawa4U]

Interesting that the late Roy Cohn endured the same sort of rumors as an assistant to the late Sen. Joseph McCarthy during his hearings on communists in the U.S. Army and in Hollywood... but this time it was HOLLYWOOD spreading the nasty rumors and character assassination about his homosexuality. And, like Raymond Burr, the rumors and innuendoes about Roy Cohn were 100% true. Cohn died of AIDS complications in Bethesda, MD in 1986.

[@beantrader4723]

One who serves God doesn't hide, it's always the sinner who fears being found out. Most people measure one another with what's on the outside of a human being instead of being concerned about a man's soul. He lived a life that was forbidden by God, who said that liars, thieves, fornicators, adulterers, homosexuals were an abomination to Him because they were not OF him but were OF Satan, threfore none of them would be allowed to dwell with God in eternity. Money, fame, forturne, titles, accolades, kindness, charity work, won't mean a thing in the Day of Judgment. All of us will only have accumulated data of serving God in this lifetime or serving Satan.

[@truthseeker1871]

I never would have dreamed that Raymond Burr was a homosexual. I give him a lot of credit for keeping it a secret. Not an easy thing to do. Would have thought there would be at least 4,246, 782 comments on this man. My wonderful loving wife used to watch as many of his shows as she could over the years. I think it was the Perry Mason shows she favored the most.

[@taradiane]

Me, neither! I thought I knew all the rumored ones, but somehow Raymond totally missed me.

[@jamesmiller4184]

This monstrous, murder-hard-hearted hypocritical prejudice, practiced by the 'approved' brand of monosexuality, is fast-headed toward the longing mouth of the wood-chipper of history! Our younger ones are well-onto the rotten con of it, and are having impressively little of it, knowing now the 'standard plan' taught from the first slice of the "unkindest cut," to be the insanity that this mystically-derived heterocentric REPRO-CULT truly is. The never ending heterocentric 50/50 WARRING, waged against Mother Nature within -- this carried-out in the name of supposedly "complying" with Her (as is favoritely-cited by living, arrogant mostly male steroided stinking hypocrisy), is a thing TRULY perverse, speaking of it. As given such damage as done, it really should be no wonder that most of human males have in some form or other, been driven to barely-disguised madness by it! Within or without, Mother Nature assesses Her penalties for countering or ignoring, what she emplaces for rational use within us. It is ONLY a matter of how soon or later, that they are to be EXACTED on deniers! (And, most having no idea as to what it is truly, that so-eats them alive through life!) Actor Burr, by some luck of happenstance, had a mind enabling him to counter all of the mad, cracked-pot Heterocentric hell in which he was 24/7/365, and worked-out this "opposites only please" immersion, to good and profitable end-effect. Most do not, and are teased-out and destroyed by the rotten old CULT in any way it can. Liked or no, the history of it's denying horror campaign, is coming to it's vicious, malcreant career end! Now "truth seeker." YOU might benefit by just a HINT's-worth, as to why YOU "never would have dreamed" of it!

[@lauranardoni5626]

It wasn’t quite a secret if you grew up near Hollywood, I remember in 7th grade the kids all knew he was, it was no big deal! Many parents were employed by the studios back in 1967, one of the biggest employers ! Nothing was really a secret back then, and few cared!

[@MayorMcCheeseStalker]

@@jamesmiller4184 Or you and your ilk could just keep your personal problems private --- instead of loudly imploring the rest of us to view your failures (to control your sexual appetites) as normal. This is the U.S.A., where you have the right to live your life any way you want --- as long as you don't infringe upon my right to disagree with you.

[@MrSirwolf2001]

@@lauranardoni5626 A lot of actors and actresses in Hollywood were either gay, or bi, and most knew someone who was. It's not really Hollywood per se , but rather the type of press that would capitalize on that information. Perry Mason was a well liked and respected, main stream, middle America, favorite character. There were actual PSA's warning young boys about "The Homosexual", showing men prowling around in their cars trying to "pick up" young boys, for a ride in their car. The Military actively court martialed and imprisoned any homosexuals found in the Services. So, it wasn't something that he wanted to get out to main stream middle America.

[@arlynpage7491]

Sad that Raymond Burr had to “act” off set too; he was a great actor with a Magnificent voice and could run the gamut from menacing to meek.

[@jubalcalif9100]

I certainly have a notion to second that emotion !!

[@MayorMcCheeseStalker]

You're correct about his versatility as an actor, but it isn't sad that he had to "act" off-camera. He chose to live according to his lusts and outside of society's norms. If it bothered him that much, then he simply would have exercised greater control over the temptations which plagued him, instead of bending to them.

[@ayannahoudems88]

No

[@Itsfineweerallfine]

What a wonderful video about one of my favorite actors/characters when I was young! Thank you for making this, and blowing my mind with how much there is to know about Raymond! 🙏🏽🥰🤗

[@57drdlk]

At a time when it was all but impossible to be out, Mr. Burr kept his mouth shut and lived a wonderful life. Kudos to Mr. Burr and hie lover.

[@beantrader4723]

One who serves God doesn't hide, it's always the sinner who fears being found out. Most people measure one another with what's on the outside of a human being instead of being concerned about a man's soul. He lived a life that was forbidden by God, who said that liars, thieves, fornicators, adulterers, homosexuals were an abomination to Him because they were not OF him but were OF Satan, threfore none of them would be allowed to dwell with God in eternity. Money, fame, forturne, titles, accolades, kindness, charity work, won't mean a thing in the Day of Judgment. All of us will only have accumulated data of serving God in this lifetime or serving Satan.

[@ikeane0]

Couldn't agree more with Terence

[@deborahlangnese7645]

The only person I know of that suffered for being gay is rock Hudson. If he hadn't gotten aids it never ever would have been brought up. Such a talented actor and he gave us so many movies that are rich and entertaining.

[@tinydancer36]

A lot of Hollyweird actors were gay...but coming out would have ruined their careers. My patents never missed Perry Mason but I doubt they would have accepted his sexual preferences.

[@jamesthomas7405]

I love to watch Perry Mason on METV.

[@roselyncampisi822]

My mom loved him. He was a good actor. I was to little to watch his series, but my mom watched his series. When it heard the news he was gay, I though that's ok. Back when it was little it was not really talked about. But I think today it is not about his personal life. It is about his acting. I see he has been on a series along time and that is great. I think back in the 1950s and 60s if he came out as gay, his series may have ended. If it is today it is more acepting. I think he was just a great actor. Let their lives be private

[@beantrader4723]

One who serves God doesn't hide, it's always the sinner who fears being found out. Most people measure one another with what's on the outside of a human being instead of being concerned about a man's soul. He lived a life that was forbidden by God, who said that liars, thieves, fornicators, adulterers, homosexuals were an abomination to Him because they were not OF him but were OF Satan, threfore none of them would be allowed to dwell with God in eternity. Money, fame, forturne, titles, accolades, kindness, charity work, won't mean a thing in the Day of Judgment. All of us will only have accumulated data of serving God in this lifetime or serving Satan.

[@lindsaybradley300]

I loved watching Raymond Burr.. he looks so much like my Father. I am sorry that he was not able to live his life openly as a homosexual without having to keep it a secret. He seems like he was a lovely man.

[@creativewriter3887]

Yes.. there was a time when what you did and who you were as a PERSON was far more important than WHO you did are are doing. Nowadays, people are "famous" but have absolutely no substance, talent or even a sense of propriety or goodness.

[@sherryhannah498]

@@creativewriter3887 aaaaaaa stop whining and grow up

[@dpnice7721]

@@sherryhannah498 Was that necessary? Came over as quite nasty.

[@michaelgaynor6866]

@@dpnice7721 ,YES!

[@erraticonteuse]

@@creativewriter3887 Alan Turing might disagree with your assessment of the past. The cops and courts of his day didn't give a damn that he cracked Nazi codes and invented computers. They gave a damn that he had a boyfriend. They castrated him and drove him to suicide for having a boyfriend.

[@patricezappa-porter5011]

Raymond Burr was an amazing actor and spectacular human being. his sexuality was his business. love is love

[@karenharris4027]

Raymond Burr was such a wonderful man. Kind, kind, kind, and VERY generous! I hope he knows he was a trend setter, and that sexual preference is not so much an issue now! God makes us who we are, and who is anyone to judge? Can you even imagine the psychological stress he was under for most of his adult life. God bless him. RIP Raymond! I STILL watch Perry Mason twice a day!😊❤

[@laurajphillips]

I loved him, he was a fantastic actor,! Don’t care if he was gay!

[@Saucyakld]

He was an amazing actor much loved by my parents.

[@RMagicS]

A little-known fact.....Raymond Burr had a younger brother who was a lumberjack in Canada. His name was Tim.

[@howieduin915]

TeeHee. Puns are the lowest form of humor; so said my English teacher. Wonder how many missed it?

[@normsky5504]

Went missing I believe, though they still call out for him.

[@danielminer3774]

What happened to Tim?

[@lazyferrretwhoever2257]

Oh nooooo. Too painful. Lol

[@davebrown9725]

Sad to say I missed the pun Completely. When I read Robert's comment to my wife, she got it Immediately.

[@philpaine3068]

I went through all the episodes of the Perry Mason series, fascinated by its ambience and unusually high production values for TV of its era. One thing that struck me is that the show represented the real Los Angeles of its time --- a multi-ethnic city with a complex heritage. The Hispanic, Asian, African American and Armenian communities of the city were portrayed with sympathy and without distortion.

[@Rafaelinis]

I thought the Perry Mason series was based in San Francisco, many of the office scenes were in the original central police station now torn down and located on Kearney and Washington Streets just below Grant Ave., Chinatown San Francisco.

[@xylfox]

@@Rafaelinis Did you mix it up with "Ironside" which eventually was flmed in big parts in S.F.?

[@tomvalveede6808]

When growing up, l felt that Hopper might be gay. It never occurred to me that he could be in love with Raymond Burr. Would have liked to have seen a photo of Benevides, his life-long partner. Amazing life, a grueling TV schedule, he Earned all his salary. A TV great, may he rest in peace. ♥️

[@hotmikado]

Thanks for posting. I saw him on the west end stage at the Prince of Wales theatre in 'Underground'. A murder mystery set on a London tube carriage . This would have been late 70s early 80s. FANTASTIC, loved it, will never forget it. Rest this man's soul. I am so happy he found a true and lasting relationship in his life. Thankfully, times have moved on, though I do feel some of us within the gay community are making life difficult for each other. If anybody wants to discuss, please reply.

[@jeremiahchamberlin4499]

I agree, especially the practice of ‘outing’ someone. Think about it, if how one expresses one’s sexuality is protected by privacy laws, as in, “what they do in their private life is no one’s business but their own” sentiment; why, on earth, would you make it everyone’s business by outing them? I like to keep my life (mostly) private, I have had experiences that are difficult for others to comprehend, they have no frame of reference. Although they have shaped me, I don’t like talking about them. There is great emphasis on ‘transparency’ these days, but it seem to me the subject should decide what to share and what to hide: to tell their own story, as it were.

[@dariaramirez384]

I did not care wht he was as a person , ALL I KNEW REYMOND BURR WAS A HANDSOME , GREAT ACTOR , LOVED HIS SERIES PERRY MASON , IRONSIDE N MANY MORE , LOVED HIM SO MUCH . HAPPY IN HEAVEN 😇MISSED HIM TRULY . ♥️❤️😀

[@yvonnesmith2006]

I'm very proud of Raymond burr,I could careless about his preferences.hes an amazing actor.

[@ellove370]

It sounds like Mr. Raymond Burr was a decent, hardworking & kind man, that's all that matters to me ☺today people tell TOO! Much about their personal lives whether they are with a man or woman, everything need not be exposed in your personal life or it becomes not personal after a while.😒

[@lindajoy8637]

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[@ellove370]

@@lindajoy8637 ????

[@beantrader4723]

If you believed that you wouldn't have clicked onto this vid.

[@expromanticart6491]

His acting should matter to us, not his sexuality!

[@chucksellers8422]

Yea, every actor”s life is acting like different people.

[@beantrader4723]

God made man his brother's keeper. See: "Iron sharpens iron". One who serves God doesn't hide, it's always the sinner who fears being found out. Most people measure one another with what's on the outside of a human being instead of being concerned about a man's soul. He lived a life that was forbidden by God, who said that liars, thieves, fornicators, adulterers, homosexuals were an abomination to Him because they were not OF him but were OF Satan, threfore none of them would be allowed to dwell with God in eternity. Money, fame, forturne, titles, accolades, kindness, charity work, won't mean a thing in the Day of Judgment. All of us will only have accumulated data of serving God in this lifetime or serving Satan.

[@wowofamily8450]

he is definitely one of my all time favorite actors...love him

[@corinnerobinson4949]

I'm old school,,,I always liked Raymond Burr, the way I see it,,that's his private life, I don't care what he did. He was good as Perry Mason and Ironside ,,RIP Mr. Burr...

[@marthavillanueva5505]

One of my favorite movies is REAR WINDOW with James Stewart, Grace Kelly, and Raymond Burr. Such a talented actor. Sometimes these days I wish actors today would keep their private lives private whether they r gay or not.

[@yuvegotmale]

was great in Rear Window and A Place In The Sun.....

[@heartstrings7814]

I've loved Raymond Burr since the 70's as a child. What an incredible talent he was. The very moment I laid eyes on Actor Robert Downy Jr all those years ago; I knew he should play Raymond Burr in a movie about Burr's life and career. Seriously...just look at Robert Downey Jr's eyes and how powerful his presence is on-screen. Raymond Burr is a legend. I'll love him forever!!

[@trace-elementz1343]

Raymond Burr is my Hero! I’ve loved him since I was cognitively aware of the magnificence of every day Perry Mason reruns. Still my favorite TV show!

[@bronxboy47]

Raymond Burr stayed at the Velvet Cloak Inn in Raleigh, N.C., many years ago while I was pantry chef there. I was tasked with putting together and delivering a complimentary hors d'oeuvre pantry tray for him and his guest. Mr. Burr answered the door in his robe and seated naked on the sofa behind him was a young man I have to assume was his boyfriend. I was surprised. I'd grown up watching him as Perry Mason and it had never occurred to me he might be gay.

[@joshandkaren1970]

So very sad.

[@gregoryhuggins79]

I watched Perry mason every Saturday night in the 60s that's good enough for me

[@TWOCOWS1]

in the Perry Mason series, he played the role of the most humane, kind hearted, capable and witty person--all in one person. What he liked in his private life, is NO ONE's business.

[@laurelchesson6458]

He was one of the best! I thought very highly of him. Ironside was my favorite TV show ever!

[@lorireed5291]

Raymond Burr is/was a handsome man.

[@brentonl2631]

Still a great actor and enjoyed his style, his private life is just that. Thanks for this excellent look at Raymond Burr. Brenton 🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@Cobra7071]

The first time I ever saw Raymond Burr was in the US version of Godzilla. I think he played a reporter. He’s been good in everything he ever did. And we never missed Perry Mason.

[@thedwightguy]

the "Burr" building still stands on the main street in New Westminster, BC (at the time of the great fire, it was the largest city in British Columbia). the Burr family was one of the "First Families" of NW, and many of Burr's aunts were movers and shaker and over achievers in the city. The Burr building was one of the only surviving buildings after the fire in the early nineteen hundreds.

[@luzvaldes1030]

Raymond Burr’s Perry Mason character is iconic….. something for the ages and to be relished. His private life was his own.

[@davidallen508]

Absolutely !

[@daniellebrothers3688]

I have several programs of the radio show "Pat Novak for Hire", where Jack Webb played the lead and Burr played basically every other guy. There was always a femme fatale, and the droll delivery and dialogue is absolutely brilliant! He got to play all kinds of voices, I think it must have been a lark.

[@suerussell497]

Great actor! His personal life was his business and he was smart keeping it private. We should not judge. Do what makes you happy.

[@jeremyallennossette6426]

What I miss about old Hollywood is the mystic of their private lives, these actors and entertainers knew how to keep secrets or release information they might have wanted the public to know. I think the only person who remembers this now is Janet Jackson she gets married and no one finds out for like twenty years. We (the public) don't need to know everything!!

[@beantrader4723]

God made man his brother's keeper. See: "Iron sharpens iron". One who serves God doesn't hide, it's always the sinner who fears being found out. Most people measure one another with what's on the outside of a human being instead of being concerned about a man's soul. He lived a life that was forbidden by God, who said that liars, thieves, fornicators, adulterers, homosexuals were an abomination to Him because they were not OF him but were OF Satan, threfore none of them would be allowed to dwell with God in eternity. Money, fame, forturne, titles, accolades, kindness, charity work, won't mean a thing in the Day of Judgment. All of us will only have accumulated data of serving God in this lifetime or serving Satan.

[@Contessa6363]

My mom loved Raymond Burr. She always watched both Perry Mason and Ironsides. He is entitled to a private life just like any of us

[@beantrader4723]

Not so. God made man his brother's keeper. See: "Iron sharpens iron".

[@zoeymckeown3194]

@@beantrader4723 Science and nature designed same-sex love to be commonplace throughout nature. "God" is a manmade religiopolitical construct for purposes of controlling populations.

[@richpontone1]

Like Humphrey Bogart said, “The only thing an Actor owes to his fans is a good performance”. Raymond Burr gave “great performances”. However, the best Perry Mason performances was the ones done by Warren William in his Movies in the 1930s. In those performances, he was a really intelligent Cad. Interesting that the best American actors were born in Canada. Man, he knew how to stare those eyes into the camera.

[@adriennerobinson1180]

Truth Indeed AMEN

[@BigBingFan]

Wish others in society would act like Raymond Burr---just go on about your business, living your life, and keeping who you sleep with TO YOURSELF.

[@paulbrooks2024]

I am straight and I watch him every chance, he has really excellent personal on the screen , I would like to have his confidence.

[@DaleRussell2]

Again, interesting. Perry Mason was a show I never missed. Thanks 👌

[@777poco]

One thing that was not mentioned, Raymond Burr must have been very loyal to his lover as they lived through the scourge of aides

[@surfrescue3232]

Wow so they didn’t employ any servants or help ?! Oh you mean aids .

[@kathishiver6839]

My best friend’s husband was a contractor. He worked on a house next to Ray’s. This would have been in the 70’s. I remember learning of his pool parties from my friend. It made me love him more, after seeing him as tall dark and handsome. He reminded me of my dad.

[@deborahbranson6053]

I loved Raymond Burr and I thought he was one of the most handsome men in Hollywood those broad shoulders and blue eyes gorgeous and he was a great actor

[@lindsaylovelock5637]

He was a lovely actor and a good man. Perry mason is being shown now, I also remember Ironside and still love watching him. His personal life should be left alone, at least he kept it a secret, good for him.

[@beantrader4723]

One who serves God doesn't hide, it's always the sinner who fears being found out. Most people measure one another with what's on the outside of a human being instead of being concerned about a man's soul. He lived a life that was forbidden by God, who said that liars, thieves, fornicators, adulterers, homosexuals were an abomination to Him because they were not OF him but were OF Satan, threfore none of them would be allowed to dwell with God in eternity. Money, fame, forturne, titles, accolades, kindness, charity work, won't mean a thing in the Day of Judgment. All of us will only have accumulated data of serving God in this lifetime or serving Satan.

[@chriscma1]

It says something about the man in that he was known to be very generous to his many friends. Nothing about his private life was ever revealed by those friends during his lifetime revealing the high regard he was held.

[@JuneauBoyUAS]

Good video. I love your work. Oh, and it's Spanish, so pronounced "VA-LAY-HO" (Valejo), even in Cali. : )

[@suziemartin3587]

Mr. Burrs life was and is his own business . Talented, generous and kind. That's all that matters.

[@nomadyesmad4875]

And handsome. No one on this thread has mentioned that.

[@robertwalker2052]

He loved the City of Denver, in particular, the State Capitol building. In fact, the former Supreme Court room there is used as the court room in Perry Mason in the 1950's.

[@5455jm]

Well, William Hopper was quite a looker, not surprised he might have had a crush on Raymond.

[@beneelohim6322]

I've always liked RB....I have a number of his movies from the 1940's/50's which i watch from time to time. The types of characters he played in his movies stand in stark contrast to his role as Perry Mason, a role that nobody could have played better than him...I have recorded most of the original episodes on DVD and watch some of them whenever the weather is cloudy and rainy. Perry Mason and rainy days seem to go well together for reasons i don't quite understand...lol

[@roadrunner381]

He entertained millions of people, and he was a good guy ,that's all I know, and that's good enough for me, thx Mr Burr!

[@dianeroyster6185]

I love watching Perry Mason shows, I'm still watching it, six times a day. I wish a marathon will come on. His personal life is his own business!

[@kimnewton1205]

He was right to stay in the closet at that time. God bless his soul. R.I P. Raymond Burr. I watched Perry Mason all the time, with my mother, when I was young. Mom loved the show. So did I.

[@beantrader4723]

One who serves God doesn't hide, it's always the sinner who fears being found out. Most people measure one another with what's on the outside of a human being instead of being concerned about a man's soul. He lived a life that was forbidden by God, who said that liars, thieves, fornicators, adulterers, homosexuals were an abomination to Him because they were not OF him but were OF Satan, threfore none of them would be allowed to dwell with God in eternity. Money, fame, forturne, titles, accolades, kindness, charity work, won't mean a thing in the Day of Judgment. All of us will only have accumulated data of serving God in this lifetime or serving Satan.

[@eddieconnorton4577]

@@beantrader4723 Are you saying that Satan is Gay? I can't see this myself as he just doesn't give off any vibes of gayness.

[@frankoldham6176]

Beautiful Story of the Life of Raymond Burr. Amazing Man! Thank you,

[@shirleyhoy1194]

I love your channel, very informative, I never knew he was a homosexual,I loved Perry Mason and ironside, he was made for those roles,

[@Jaquableu]

Always loved Raymond Burr. Now I love him even more so. I am so glad he found love and joy with his mate. I wish he had not had to protect his secret. Love Ray. I know you are smiling and full of joy now. Namaste.

[@vivianmiller617]

I wanted to see a picture of his long time lover.

[@andywinslow9638]

We don't like that term.

[@edwardkoo0911]

Love watching Raymond Burr! He had 2 extremely successful TV series which is quite rare even to this day. Back in the 50’s to even 80’s, alternate sexual orientation would have impacted any actor; no matter how successful they were. So Raymond had to protect his career, so it’s very understandable and absolutely acceptable. As a reminder, Rock Hudson did the same; and so did quite a few others. Anyways, how they lived their lives is none of our business, we enjoy watching them because they were great at what they did. I will continue to watch all of the wonderful episodes of Perry Mason an Ironside every chance I get!

[@wshazbot62]

He was a great actor, I grew up watching his shows. Even got to go to his estate years ago before he passed away, was with my husband. He was a delivery truck driver, we did a delivery at his estate in the Calistoga area of Ca. It was a beautiful place, didn’t get to meet him. But it was awesome to see where he lived

[@spankyharland9845]

I once worked in a government office where all the men were Perry Mason clones, they look like Hugh Beaumont - straight serious looking guys in high positions, yet I found out that they were all closet queens....blew me away- this was in the early 80's. I grew up in the Gay community ( I am not gay myself) so I was use to the flamboyant gay men, but was totally shocked when I ran into closet queens who lived dual lifestyle...some were even married with families. Of course this was in San Francisco....

[@djdon60]

Mr. Burr must have been born, for the role. I've read ESG's biography, "The Case Of The Real Perry Mason", in which Mr. Gardner discusses being on set, during auditions for the series. Raymond Burr(who'd, previously, just, been an "heavy", a bad guy)in films, walked in to test. He was testing, for Hamilton Burger but, Mr. Gardner said, "that's him...that's my Perry Mason." The rest, as they...etc. One more thing: good pronouncing, on Mr. Burr's birthplace. You'd not believe how many folks, living, here, in B.C., say, "New West-minis-ter." It is, though, "Mission VEE-AY-HOH", in California. Again, great video!

[@vleldaddio210]

In" His Kinda Woman " with Robert Mitchum and Jane Russell I think that was name of the movie ?! He gave all Mitchum could handle in an Intense fight scene really BRUTAL Action jaw to jaw fighting Man it is a Great Scene to watch 👍 RIP to All

[@oviddillard2329]

Raymond burr had a heart attack in 1975 in the Azores. At the hospital where I was stationed it was common knowledge that burr was a gay man.i remember he listed his occupation as a business man.he was known by people there as a very nice person. I cannot understand how is lifestyle was kept secret when so many people knew.

[@beantrader4723]

It hadn't been kept a secret. There used to be tell-all hollywood magazines that told everything about everyone. Even had crossword puzzles. lol

[@Vibhuti-xz9tn]

Out of respect🙏🏻

[@karlak2977]

And he was an excellent Actor! Isn't that enough! Right out in the open! Bravo, Mr. Burd!

[@sherryhannah498]

Karla k that’s Burr

[@beantrader4723]

One who serves God doesn't hide, it's always the sinner who fears being found out. Most people measure one another with what's on the outside of a human being instead of being concerned about a man's soul. He lived a life that was forbidden by God, who said that liars, thieves, fornicators, adulterers, homosexuals were an abomination to Him because they were not OF him but were OF Satan, threfore none of them would be allowed to dwell with God in eternity. Money, fame, forturne, titles, accolades, kindness, charity work, won't mean a thing in the Day of Judgment. All of us will only have accumulated data of serving God in this lifetime or serving Satan.

[@MrDavid9764]

Great job on making this video. Thank you